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01/23/2024ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 23, 2024 The regular meeting of January 23, 2024 was called to order at 2:02 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 January 18, 2024. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ashleigh E. Aitken and Council Members Norma Campos Kurtz, Jose Diaz, Carlos A. Leon, Natalie Rubalcava, 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: None PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION: Marc Herbert requested clarification on the public comment procedures for Closed Session items. In response to Marc Herbert's inquiry, Mayor Aitken and City Clerk Bass confirmed the time limit to speak is three minutes. In response to Marc Herbert's inquiry, Mayor Aitken confirmed he may discuss his comments in public and noted that his comments are being televised. Mayor Aitken confirmed the comments are being recorded and noted when the Council adjourns to Closed Session there are different rules the Council must abide by. City Attorney Fabela advised that Mr. Herbert is allowed to have public comment before the City Council convenes into Closed Session, once the public comment period has concluded the City Council will convene into Closed Session. Mr. Herbert inquired if Council Members can use electronic devices during Closed Sessions and how this is enforced if they are not allowed. He inquired that if they are allowed or a ban is not being enforced this could contradict the concept of a Closed Session. He stated at last month's Closed Session, a first reading of the State Audit was agendized and raised concerns about a conflict of interest specifically — City Manager Vanderpool, Council Member Faessel, and Council Member Diaz who attended the Closed Session. He inquired about how those conflicts of interest are handled in Closed Session. He inquired if lobbyist rules are enforced in Closed Session and mentioned a potential lobbyist violation for a charter school project. He noted that a conflict of interest with Council Member Rubalcava also has not been addressed. City Clerk Theresa Bass reported no electronic public comments were received related to the Closed Session agenda. CLOSED SESSION: At 2:07 p.m., Mayor Aitken recessed to closed session for consideration of the following: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION (Subdivision (d)(1) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code) Name of Case: Braun, et al. v. City of Anaheim, et al., USDC Case No. 30-2022-01252881 CU-OE-NJC City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 2 of 49 2. 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 Workers West At 3:02 p.m., Mayor Aitken reconvened the Anaheim City Council. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ashleigh E. Aitken and Council Members Norma Campos Kurtz, Jose Diaz, Carlos A. Leon, Natalie Rubalcava, Stephen Faessel, and Natalie Meeks D159 WORKSHOP: DisneylandForward Deputy City Manager/Planning and Building Director Ted White introduced Deputy Planning and Building Director Heather Allen, Outside Counsel for the project and Partner at Meyers Nave law firm Steve Mattas, and Director of Public Works Rudy Emami. He reported this is the latest in a series of public presentations on the Disneyland Forward project. He advised that the last workshop was held with the Planning Commission on October 9, 2023, which focused on the project's environmental review. He noted the presentation is informational and will provide an overview of the project, introduction of key components of the draft amended Development Agreement, a brief presentation by the Project Applicant, followed by Council questions and public comments. He emphasized the workshop is not a public hearing and that no decisions on the project will be made during the workshop. Deputy City Manager White provided background on The Anaheim Resort (Resort) and project area noting the Resort encompasses over a thousand acres southwest of the Interstate 5 (1-5) freeway and is approximately 5% of the total area of the City. He reported the Disneyland Forward project applies to Disney -owned or controlled land within the Anaheim Resort and builds on the previously adopted complementary Disneyland Resort Specific Plan (DRSP) and Anaheim Resort Specific Plan (ARSP). He noted both plans, although, separate complement one another for the overall enhancement of the Resort. He added the Disneyland Forward project continues to support the original purpose of both plans and facilitate investment for the continued, long-term growth of the Resort area. He reported Disneyland Forward would allow already -permitted development to shift across Walt Disney Company properties within the DRSP and ARSP, streamlining review of future Disney projects. He added it will create 4,376 additional parking spaces in the ARSP and not increase the maximum permitted square footage of theme park, retail, dining, or entertaining uses, while also not increasing the maximum number of permitted hotel rooms. He emphasized Disney is not requesting any public funding for Disneyland Forward. Deputy City Manager White reported the project requires several discretionary applications that will be presented to both the Planning Commission and City Council during the public hearing process later in the year. He reported the project will require amendments to the General Plan Land Use Element; DRSP; ARSP; corresponding Zoning Codes; updates to the General Plan Circulation Element; Street Abandonments; Right of Way Encroachment Agreements; and an Amendment to the Development Agreement. Additionally, the project includes amendments to The Anaheim Resort Public Realm Landscape and Identity Programs. He added all of the discretionary applications were evaluated by a Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (SEIR) which will be considered by both the Planning Commission and City Council, noting the Planning Commission discussed the SEIR in detail during their October 9, 2023 public workshop. He noted the environmental analysis does include a number of mitigation measures applicable to project construction and operation. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 3 of 49 Deputy City Manager White provided an overview of the General Plan Land Use Element, DRSP and ARSP Specific Plans, and corresponding Zoning Code Amendment. He advised that the amendments would permit the shifting of already approved developments across Disney properties, including new or modified regulations to address theme park uses close to residential areas and public streets. He explained under the current specific plans, permitted uses are separated into discrete districts. He noted a key objective of the Disneyland Forward project is to meet evolving guest expectations for immersive entertainment and technological advances in theme park and other resort experiences. The proposed amendments would allow permitted theme park uses, which include, retail, dining, and entertainment to extend into additional areas, allowing theme park attractions, alongside, or imbedded within, hotels and vice versa. Additionally, the proposed amendments will allow the parking spaces approved for the east side of Harbor Boulevard, including the Pumbaa surface parking lot, to be shared amongst the Disney properties facilitating a future parking and transportation facility. He noted the Disneyland Forward project would also allow for an additional 4,376 employee parking spaces at the corner of Harbor Boulevard and Ball Road and the potential for hotel development. Deputy City Manager White reported on the project's new criteria for 360-degree architectural treatments to help protect abutting residential zones and public rights -of -way including paint or graphic applications, articulated facades, rockwork, or other themed ornamentation. He advised that the design standards will help ensure any new Disney attractions will look as good outside of the park as inside. He reported on the amendments to the ARSP's Structural Height Map, which will add the areas west of Disneyland Drive and south of Katella Avenue, noting there are no proposed changes for non -Disney properties. He clarified the project proposes amendments to the specific plan development standards to address new residential adjacency with respect to height. Deputy City Manager White reported on the City's Circulation Element addressing planned future extensions of Clementine Street and Gene Autry Way bisecting the project area east of Harbor/ south of Katella, the current Toy Story parking lot. He added the project would remove the planned extensions to better activate and integrate the properties. He advised that this would require a General Plan amendment and approval by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) to the Orange County Master Plan of Arterial Highways. He reported on how the City's Circulation Element will have to be amended along Walnut Street and Disney Way to improve bicycle and pedestrian access by upgrading Class II paths to Class I. Deputy City Manager White reported the project includes abandoning the three areas of public right- of-way on Magic Way, between Walnut Street and Disneyland Drive, currently improved as a street; Clementine Street south of Katella Avenue. which Disney previously dedicated to the City and functions as a driveway into the Toy Story parking lot; and a small stub of former Hotel Way located north of Disney Way, currently providing entry into the Pumbaa parking lot. He advised that the applicant is no longer considering the abandonment of Disneyland Drive between Magic Way to Katella Avenue as part of the project. He reported the abandonment of Magic Way, a cul-de-sac would prevent continued vehicular access, other than emergency vehicles, however, pedestrian access on Walnut Street would remain. Additionally, the DRSP identified the important east -west non - ticketed pedestrian routes through the Theme Park district during normal hours of operation would remain. Deputy City Manager White reported on encroachment agreements for two additional pedestrian bridges over Disneyland Drive and up to three additional bridges on Harbor Boulevard. He advised that Disney will be required to construct at least one pedestrian bridge at the time a parking structure is developed east of Harbor to ensure pedestrians would not cross Harbor to access the theme parks. He noted that all pedestrian bridge provisions currently in the DSRP will apply to future ones. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 4 of 49 Deputy City Manager White reported the project also includes updates to The Anaheim Resort Public Realm Landscape Program and The Anaheim Resort Identity Programs, which regulate the landscape and streetscape elements within the Resort. The project proposes to amend the programs to allow for the use of improved technologies and more low-water plants. The Public Realm Landscape Program would include new landscape concept exhibits, updating and removing them from the DRSP and ARSP. The Identity Program would be updated to describe the general locations of pedestrian bridges in the Resort, consistent with the proposed amendments to the DRSP and ARSP. Deputy City Manager White explained a Development Agreement is a contract between the City and a property owner that provides certain vested rights to the property owner, locking in the entitlement thresholds as well as existing regulations, in exchange for community benefits beyond what would be required by the City. Development Agreements give the City the ability to negotiate for items that further the City's goals and policies and provide certainty for developers. He reported on the Draft Development Agreement (DDA) and community benefits. He reported the existing Development Agreement was executed in 1996 for a 40-year term running through 2036 covering properties owned or controlled by Disney in the DRSP. He noted Disney has completed five of its seven obligations under the existing Development Agreement while the remaining two obligations are ongoing and continue to be monitored annually with the Development Agreement annual review. Deputy City Manager White reported the proposed DDA will facilitate continued growth in the Resort, establish a new 40-year term which will run until 2064, and provide updated agreements and assurances to reflect the needs of the City and Disney. He noted the DDA will set a 10-year minimum development commitment and provide meaningful community benefits. He reported that the DDA includes a commitment by Disney to invest a minimum of $1.9 billion in theme park, hotel or retail, dining and entertainment development over the Agreement's first 10 years. He added If Disney's investment exceeds $2.5 billion within the first 10 years, the company will not be required to pay an additional $5 million as encouragement for future investment. Deputy City Manager White reported the DDA includes a commitment by Disney to provide $30 million to fund a City created and controlled public housing trust. An initial deposit of $15 million is due within one year of approval and the remainder within the next five years. He highlighted the City will have full discretion on how the funds are spent in support of Anaheim's affordable housing programs, with a focus on leveraging the funds with federal, state, and regional funding sources to produce new affordable housing units. He noted that Disney will provide $8 million towards Anaheim's public parks within one year of project approval. He explained that park improvements would be Citywide, outside of the Resort, with the City holding full discretion over the spending. Deputy City Manager White noted for consideration of the proposed street abandonments, Disney will pay the appraised fair market value of $40 million which would be used to help fund future traffic and transportation improvements. He reported Disney would contribute up to $10 million towards upgrades to the sewer system under Katella Avenue in a cost -sharing move benefitting the Resort community and upstream properties in the Central Cities Corridor area. He advised that the City has begun the design process of the improvements and the DDA provides a schedule of phased payments at various project milestones. Deputy City Manager White reported the DDA will also extend Disney's commitment to its jobs program at commensurate levels to the current program, servicing approximately 10,000 Anaheim residents annually through direct employment and other programs. He advised that the City would have the ability to ensure the program is regularly updated in response to things such as changing technologies while meeting baseline obligations. He explained that the DDA also reaffirms Disney's City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 5 of 49 commitment to reimburse the costs associated with providing public safety coverage from the Anaheim Police Department (APD) and Anaheim Fire & Rescue (AF&R). He explained Disney and the City will enter into a Fire Operations Agreement and Police Operations Agreement to cover service costs as well as the construction and maintenance of both an APD and AF&R Substation within the Theme Park District along with an APD Satellite Office in the Resort's southeastern area south of Katella Avenue and east of Harbor Boulevard. He reported the DDA also includes a reimbursement agreement for increased City staff and service costs associated with permitting, inspection, and other services, expediting the development process for projects within The Disneyland Resort. Deputy City Manager White reported the DDA includes zoning code amendments to remove the discretionary review process for Disney Vacation Club projects to treat them the same as hotels which are reviewed through and administrative process. He advised that the DDA includes a Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Revenue Neutrality Agreement providing the equivalent amount of TOT from the timeshare units as would be generated from comparable hotel rooms. Deputy City Manager White reviewed the Disneyland Forward public meeting schedule looking both backwards and forwards culminating with and expected Planning Commission workshop in February, followed by a Planning Commission public hearing in March, and culminating to the April 2024 public hearing for City Council consideration. He noted information on the project and presentation are available on the City's website Anaheim.net/Disne IandForw_ard. He added the public can sign up for notifications on future public workshops and hearings on the webpage. Vice President of Global Development for the Walt Disney Company Rachel Aide reported the agreements between Disney and the City in the 1990s set both parties up for 30 years of success and expressed her hopes this plan will similarly set up both parties for success over the coming decades. She stated this involves having more flexibility with the Resort to meet evolving customer demands. She explained that Disney aims to create more integrated and immersive experiences through this modernization, allowing Disneyland to remain a premier destination. Ms. Aide reported Disney is not seeking any public funding for the project and not requesting additional capacity above what is already permitted in the 1990's Agreement. She advised that Disney is committed to working with the City and community to shape a better future together. She reported on recently completed integrated attractions at Disney's theme parks around the world as examples of what the company is envisioning for Anaheim. Disney Consultant Joe Haupt reported on the 2.5-year journey since the project was first announced, starting with Disney's extensive outreach and collaboration with Resort -area neighbors and stakeholders to guarantee a transparent and inclusive process and hear their concerns about the expansion and how to best safeguard their neighborhoods. He highlighted the creation of a detailed framework for growth on Disney properties, providing restrictions and limitations on future developments. Mr. Haupt reported on Disney's community outreach including seven (7) City events attended by over 1,500 people, 13 Community Coffees at City parks, 12 Speaker's Bureau Presentations to community groups and neighbors, and 100,000+ households reached via mail. He advised that several items in Deputy City Manager White's presentation derived from these meetings, including the height and setback restrictions. He stated the outreach efforts have led to a better project today than when the process started. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 6 of 49 Mr. Haupt reported on the expected economic impact of Disneyland Forward from a study conducted at California State University, Fullerton (CSUF). He noted the study showed that for $1 billion worth of investment alone, the City could expect 4,480 construction jobs over the four-year period and 2,292 annual operating jobs. He advised that the study reflected $11 million in tax revenues during construction with $15 million annually once operational along with economic output figures of $1.1 billion and $253 million, respectively. He explained that all of the numbers should be doubled as Disney is obligated to invest a minimum of $1.9 billion in the project. He noted there are numbers specific to Anaheim and not including impacts for the County or State's coffers. Mr. Haupt presented a chart from the City's website noting how hotel -based revenue has increased following every substantial addition to Disneyland. He highlighted potential community investments from the increased revenue including increased staffing for APD and AF&R, road improvements, and investments in community parks. He lauded the City's staff for its tireless efforts on this project including tireless advocacy for the City's interests. He noted all of the projected economic benefits are in addition to Disney's up -front cash commitments to help address Anaheim's housing, parks, transportation, and infrastructure needs. He advised that the commitments are beyond the scope of the project and noted that Disney has agreed to them as a proud member of the Anaheim community. DISCUSSION: In response to Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz, Public Works Director Rudy Emami confirmed there is a grant -funded project in the works to improve the intersection of Walnut Street and Ball Road. He advised that the project is in the bidding stage with a goal of starting construction by summer. He reported that the project will go forward regardless of whether or not Disneyland Forward is approved and Magic Way's potential future abandonment. He confirmed the plan is to improve the traffic flow at the intersection of Walnut Street and Ball Road. Council Member Diaz stated all businesses, even the City, needs to be innovative. He requested additional information on mitigation for increased traffic. In response to Council Member Diaz's inquiries, Director Emami stated there is a list of traffic improvements included in the project's environmental documentation. He advised that some of the planned improvements will be triggered at certain points along the project's timeline and some will require additional study as the project becomes more refined. He explained that the $40 million Disney is paying for street abandonments will help fund many of these vehicular circulation improvements. He clarified the traffic improvements will be paid through a combination of Disney's $40 million, Anaheim Tourism Improvement District (ATID) funds, grants, and other sources. He reported that the improvements will include pedestrian bridges to help vehicular circulation. In response to Council Member Diaz's inquiries, Deputy City Manager White clarified that Disney Vacation Club and other timeshare products is different than a hotel because there is also an ownership interest. He advised that, in exchange for Disney to have the ability to develop more timeshares, the Revenue Neutrality Agreement ensures the City will still collect TOT on the timeshares at a rate equivalent to a comparable hotel. He confirmed without a Revenue Neutrality Agreement the City would not collect TOT on Disney Vacation Club properties because they are not considered hotels. In response to Council Member Diaz's inquiries, Deputy City Manager White stated there is no TOT collected from the proposed parking structure. He clarified he was not considering parking owned by hotels. Mr. Mattas advised that TOT would be collected on any parking associated with Disney Vacation Club properties as addressed in the Revenue Neutrality Agreement. He explained that if unused Disney Vacation Club rooms are being used as hotel rooms, they would already be paying TOT. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 7 of 49 Council Member Diaz requested additional clarification on the pay range for the proposed additional 2,200 jobs. Ms. Alde clarified future workers, once the new areas are in operation, would have the same wage scale as other Disney employees at the time. She reported Disney's current cast member minimum wage is $19.90 per hour with the majority of skilled workers starting above $25 per hour. She noted this is a similar context that would apply to future expansions. In response to Council Member Meeks' inquiry, Deputy City Manager White confirmed the City has complete flexibility on how to spend the $30 million Disney is providing for affordable housing so long as it remains within the realm of affordable housing. In response to Council Member Meeks, Director Emami clarified Traffic Impact Fees are already covered under the current Development Agreement with Disney. He advised that the $40 million payment is the equivalency of the cost of the right-of-way on streets planned to be abandoned. He confirmed there is no additional amount to be paid to the City by Disney for traffic mitigation because those fees are already being paid. He explained that Disney will be required to make project impact improvements once the project's development triggers them. He clarified that the City will also have some options for using the $40 million at the intersections of the proposed ends of Gene Autry Way and Clementine Street which will now not be built. He confirmed Disney is making traffic improvements to mitigate its impacts. Council Member Rubalcava expressed excitement over new construction jobs and creation of new opportunities related to economic development. She referenced the $1 billion investment Disney pledged for the project and their recommended allocation of the funds. She noted the budget process is complex and cited the Council's fiscal responsibility to the residents. She requested Disney to provide funding in perpetuity for affordable housing through means such as first-time home -buyer programs, last -mile funding for affordable housing projects, or housing vouchers. She advised that this funding would be in addition to the $30 million pledge in the DDA. She lamented that a Housing Trust does not automatically fund itself due to long -deferred repayment schedules. In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiry, Deputy City Manager White reported the specific number of new visitors coming to the City had not been contemplated. He advised that it depends on the scope and size of the improvements made by Disney. He noted that staff can attempt to generate a number of anticipated new annual visitors. Council Member Rubalcava stated she was concerned about the wear on infrastructure by so many new visitors. She expressed appreciation for the $8 million community benefit for parks but noted it is not a lot of money to significantly impact parks. She stated she is happy the program will create so many new jobs, including prevailing -wage construction jobs. She lamented many of the other jobs will not be high paying making an additional annual funding source for affordable housing important. She noted that 60% of District 3 is low-income and they should be remembered when approving projects of this size. She advised that Disneyland Forward will also generate a lot of money for Disney and everyone needs to uplift one another. Council Member Faessel commended Disney's outreach, particularly to Walnut Street residents. He noted those residents support the project in their written letters and this is important to him. Council Member Faessel questioned if instead of the $30 million for affordable housing, the City should equate the figure to a number of guaranteed new affordable housing units. He stated the number of units is more important than the amount. In response to Council Member Faessel's inquiry, Mr. Mattas stated it is too early in the process to state how much the APD and AF&R will have to increase their staffing levels. He reported there had City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 8 of 49 been discussions with both APD Chief Rick P. Armendariz and AF&R Chief Patrick Russell about the terms for their respective agencies' operating agreements with Disney. He confirmed staffing levels have been part of these ongoing discussions. In response to Council Member Faessel's inquiry, Mr. Mattas reported staffs focus has been on working to determine the proper equivalent of TOT from the new timeshares. He noted the TOT portion of the discussion has been more robust than in previous negotiations in its ability to adjust the comparable hotels used to assess the TOT level. In response to Council Member Faessel, Deputy City Manager White reported Disney's current Development Agreement includes a remaining capacity of 3,200 still-unbuilt hotel rooms. He advised that the CSUF study looked at the TOT increase from a 400-unit hotel and found it to be $9-10 million annually. He explained that the addition of 3,200 new hotel rooms would add substantial hotel revenue based on this estimate. He noted not all of the rooms would become available at the same time but noted there is significant room for TOT growth. Council Member Leon requested clarification on the timeline for the project's consideration and what the Planning Commission will be evaluating during their public hearing process. In response to Council Member Leon, Deputy City Manager White clarified the Planning Commission will act as a recommending body to the City Council and not an approving body because elements of the project's entitlements require Council approval. In response to Council Member Leon and Council Member Rubalcava's inquiry regarding the cost of affordable housing development, Director of Housing and Community Development Grace Ruiz- Stepter reported the average cost of building an affordable housing unit is between $500,000 to $600,000. She advised that the Anaheim Housing Authority acts as a gap financer, leveraging state and federal resources. She reported that the Anaheim Housing Authority inserted $6 million worth of gap financing into its most current project at Miraflores. She explained that Disney's $30 million would be used similarly to leverage state and federal funding. She stated the initial $15 million installment could gap fund 2-3 similar projects. She advised that her staff is aware Disneyland Forward is a possibility and has been determining goals for the expected funds. She agreed that affordable housing is critical but noted that City Council feedback has often included a desire for staff to explore more home -ownership opportunities and eviction prevention. She noted this money is available at the City's unrestricted discretion and will not have restrictions sometimes accompanying state and federal funds. She noted that this is exciting and staff would take the City Council's direction on appropriate usage. She estimated it could create 500-1,000 units of affordable housing, while still allowing to reserve some of the Disney funds for a home -ownership program and eviction prevention. In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiries, Director Ruiz-Stepter reported the Disney investment represents 85 units of family affordable housing. She cited the 102-unit Finamore Place as being a similar -sized investment with the City building 85 affordable units with a loan of $5-6 million. She confirmed the $15 million initial investment could create around 300 units. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, Deputy City Manager White stated street abandonments are common and advised that the original construction of Disneyland in the 1950s involved street abandonments. He noted that it is a routine action. He reported that Hotel Way and Clementine Street are excess holdings and Magic Way is to facilitate future development. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, Director Ruiz-Stepter confirmed the City has 67 parks. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 9 of 49 In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, Deputy City Manager White confirmed the current proposal calls for $8 million for parks City-wide. He advised that the City has the discretion on how it the funds are spent. Community Services Director Sjany Larson -Cash explained this is money the City can leverage with matching grant funds or be used on its own to improve and replace older facilities in addition to adding amenities. Council Member Leon requested information on the current practice for reimbursement of Fire and Police services. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiries, Deputy City Manager White confirmed Disney is currently reimbursing the City of APD and AF&R services. He confirmed this element is a continuation of what is already occurring. He advised that the forthcoming police and fire agreements will have an assumption of a need to closely coordinate the needs to keep the Resort safe along with the City as a whole. He explained that the thresholds of service in the future agreement will need to be evaluated over time. Mr. Mattas remarked that the agreements both provide for ongoing discussions of staffing levels. He noted as Disney adds more facilities, the City will have to add more public safety personnel to keep the Resort safe. In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiries, Director Ruiz-Stepter confirmed the City typically provides $100,000 for down payment assistance. She clarified the $500,000-$600,000 per unit figure is an average so $500,000 could build multiple units with varying bedroom sizes. Council Member Rubalcava expressed an interest in seeing more than $30 million with funds dedicated to homeownership as a pathway out of poverty. She expressed an interest in seeing more condominiums along the Beach Boulevard and Brookhurst Street corridors, noting many of the new employees of Disneyland Forward could live there. She encouraged receiving more unrestricted housing funds in the ongoing negotiations. Mayor Aitken agreed affordable housing is a current crisis issue. She encouraged having a Project Labor Agreement for the construction work. She expressed an interest in ensuring that long-term employees are paid a sustainable wage so they can live near where they work. She noted it is a gift to have the Disneyland Resort in the City. She requested an assessment of what the true costs would be for the project including sewer infrastructure. In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, Director Emami reported there is a Sewer Master Plan and noted they know what the needs will be for both future Resort area development and Center City development along Anaheim Blvd. He advised that Disney has stepped up with the sewer project to be a partner early in the process, offering to fund up to half of the cost. He advised that the new sewer will have enough capacity if Disney builds up to its maximum permitted levels and the Center City area develops to the levels in the City's Master Plan. In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, Director Emami clarified the pedestrian bridges Disney is required to build are at their cost. He advised that the City staff has an idea of where the pedestrian bridges will be placed but it is too soon to know specifics like capacity needs and thus estimate the cost. He explained that Disney has agreed to allow the City's pedestrian bridges to land on their property but it is too soon to discuss funding for the City's future bridges. Mayor Aitken requested an exploration of Disney's commitment to being sustainable and advanced on climate issues. She advised that this exceeds only having environmentally friendly physical structures but also through transportation by making the Resort walkable, bicycle -friendly, and connected to the Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC). City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 10 of 49 Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz requested staff consider the small businesses along Harbor Boulevard and Katella Avenue in maintaining their accessibility after pedestrians are diverted to bridges. In response to Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz, Ms. Alde confirmed a Project Labor Agreement is being discussed for the construction of the new parking structure. She confirmed there is a signed Letter of Intent. She confirmed it contains clauses for preferential local and military veteran hires. In response to Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz's inquiries, Deputy City Manager White confirmed the City has the flexibility to use its affordable housing fund Citywide. He confirmed there are no geographical limitations or specific location mandates from Disney. Mayor Aitken emphasized how important the issue is for the City. In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, City Clerk Theresa Bass reported there were 60 speaker cards. Mayor Aitken stated she would not like to limit anyone's speech on such an important issue but requested speakers keep it brief to help move the process along — adding there is also a full Council meeting to go. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON WORKSHOP: City Clerk Theresa Bass reported there were 86 public comments received electronically related to the Workshop. [A final total of 89 public comments were received electronically, distributed to the City Council, and made part of the official records]. — See Appendix. Mark Richard Daniels stated the project is so colossal it is creating a Walt Disney World in Anaheim. He expressed concerns about traffic. He inquired how firm the plans are or if they will change over time like how the intended Experimental Project Community of Tomorrow (EPCOT) evolved into Disney California Adventure Park. He noted that none of the current Council Members will be in their seats by the time it is completed. He stated it seems like a decision has already been made and the workshops are merely procedural. He stated future residents will pay dearly for this decision. He echoed Council Member Diaz's inquiry about collecting TOT from a parking garage and questioned why they have not thought to tax people who live in their cars outside Disneyland. Jeanine Robbins decried big businesses reaping enormous profits but fail to pay employees a living wage or provide affordable housing. She stated Disney has defaulted on items from the 1990s agreements and questioned why they should be believed now. She reported attending nine meetings on the subject and stated there is a lack of transparency. She stated it is a lie Disney only wants to build on land it already owns because Disney intends to take public streets. She decried the low wages made by Disney employees and called for a real living wage. She encouraged the Council to reject the proposal to build a Disney World in the middle of a residential area. She agreed with Council Member Rubalcava's call for a consistent flow of housing money instead of a lump sum payment. She decried how Disney Director of External Affairs Carrie Nocella was mentioned numerous times in the corruption report but was allowed to register with the City as a lobbyist. She encouraged the Council to represent the residents, unlike its corrupt predecessor under former Mayor Harry Sidhu. Mike Robbins questioned if the City has the capacity for so many more tourists and underpaid employees. He reported he can hear the theme park at all hours and the potential expansion will bring it closer to their home. He stated Disney breaks rules and does not live up to contractual obligations. He cited an Occidental College report studying the daily fiscal struggles of Disney employees despite the large sums of corporate income. He stated the report should say more about sharing Disney's prosperity with current employees and zero -carbon emission goals. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 11 of 49 Amanda Walsh, Vice President of Government Affairs for the Orange County Business Council (OCBC), expressed her organization's support of Disneyland Forward. She noted Disneyland Resort is the largest private employer in Orange County and critical to the region's economic vitality. She noted how many construction and other jobs the project will bring to the entire region and not just Anaheim. She noted Disney is only requesting permission to use land it already owns in a more effective way. She reported that Disneyland Forward will bring tens of millions in additional tax revenue to the City for community improvements. She advised that when Disney invests, Anaheim wins and restated the OCBC's support for the project. Ted Watkins stated he has lived on Walnut Street, a quarter of a mile south of Ball Road for 40 years. He expressed his opposition to the Magic Way closure. He recalled the history of development in the Resort area. He stated when Cerritos Avenue closed at Walnut Street there was an agreement Magic Way would never be blocked. He decried the City's staunch support of the Disney corporation. Marc Herbert stated the City has not done as well as Disney over the past 30 years. He reported the City has 21,000 people on the waiting list for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and 40% of the City received health insurance through CalOptima. He reported the City must produce over 17,453 units of housing to meet its Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) figures and the City is still awaiting approval of its Housing Element from the State through three drafts. He stated the City is falling behind its RHNA figure while Disney is moving forward. He questioned if the publicly available version of the project's Environmental Impact Report (EIR) is complete, stating that the document may exceed 17,000 pages. He stated public outreach should be about getting answers. Stephanie Mercadante reported she has lived in West Anaheim her entire life and currently feels like her home is threatened for being near Disneyland. She advised that the expansion would eliminate a public street in Magic Way she uses daily to avoid the Resort's traffic. She explained that Magic Way was a mitigation for closing Cerritos Avenue during the last Disney expansion. She reported Chief Communications Officer Mike Lyster was quoted in the Voice of OC that residents can still use Ball Road or Disneyland Drive to get to Interstate 5 (1-5) but explained that Magic Way is her way of avoiding traffic. She anticipates hotels being built further north than first intended, adding to Ball Road traffic. She noted the closure of Magic Way is a tipping point in her anger towards the project leading her to become active against it. She added she has collected almost 1,000 signatures on a petition and expressed fears the project will dampen her quality of life. She decried City staff for making statements on the project before it had been voted upon. She stated this is a done deal and the Council is going through the motions and pretending to listen to residents. She implored the City Council not to forget residents. G. Price decried how Disney was able to inform its supporters of this Workshop before the public was notified. She stated Disney claims to not be requesting any public funds yet the City is contemplating building pedestrian bridges at the expense of taxpayers. She reported the Council will have to approve a Statement of Overriding Consideration to approve the project stating how the benefits will outweigh adverse environmental impacts. She advised that this falls on the backs of residents living closest to Disney to deal with the traffic, harmful air quality, noise, and other issues. She implored the Council to start reading the lengthy documents and asking questions, encouraging transparency. John Tafoya, Representative for the Western States Regional Council of Carpenters Union, speaking for 5,000 union carpenters living in and around Anaheim, lauded the project's construction jobs and Disney's history of working with unions. He advised that there are plans for a local hiring initiative. He noted Disney is not asking for additional land or City subsidies. He encouraged the Council to support the project on behalf of the union's membership. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 12 of 49 Laila Rashad thanked Council Member Rubalcava for supporting the City's best interests. She expressed her support of the project provided it strives to maintain and build upon revenue initiatives along with protecting the current Disney workers. Tina Riley, Corporate Director of Public Affairs for Wincome Hospitality, expressed her support for Disneyland Forward. She stated Disney's investment in Anaheim and support has helped her organization thrive over her 30 years. She advised that everyone will benefit from the project. Richard Licerio stated as an Anaheim resident and third -generation union landscape worker, Disneyland has been a great employer him and his family. He expressed his support for the project. Paolo Vasquez expressed his full support for Disneyland Forward due to the entertainment and opportunities it will bring to Anaheim as an entertainment center. He advised that the younger generation is struggling to find jobs and explained that Disneyland Forward can help with this. He encouraged Disney and the City to compromise together for the betterment of residents. Brian Germain, a sheet metal worker for the 6,000-member Local 105 union, lauded the jobs Disneyland Forward will create, building on what Disney has done for decades. He advised that the project would allow the next generation of skilled workers to continue working and raise families. He encouraged the Council to support the project on behalf of his fellow sheet metal workers. Aiden Peterson expressed his excitement at the prospect of thousands of new employment opportunities to be provided by Disney in the project, along with the additional tax revenue for the City. Miguel Castellon, an iron worker from Local 433, expressed his support for the project and encouraged the Council to do likewise. He added he has had an opportunity to make a good living through his work at Disneyland. He added many of his union brothers live in Anaheim and the work allows them to enjoy life in Anaheim with their families. John Gutierrez, Senior Vice President for the Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, noted Disney is providing jobs in the community. He added Disney is a large and long-time supporter of the organization's Youth Chamber and its scholarship program. He imagined what Anaheim would be like without Disneyland, adding it would not be better off. Karen Reynoza stated she is a 60-year Anaheim resident and commended the Disneyland Forward project. She commended Disney's community outreach efforts through multiple events over the past two years. She noted the project will bring new attractions to property Disney already owns while also creating jobs for the growing City. She encouraged the Council to support the project. Doug Mangione, Political Director for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) of Orange County, expressed his support for the project speaking for the union's 2,400 members. He noted Disney has provided his members with millions of work hours over the years allowing them to provide for their families. He noted the IBEW members who work for Disney can make over $100,000 a year. He encouraged the Council to support the project on behalf of its members. Anne Steib stated she is a 60-year resident of Anaheim and added her understanding is giving Disney permission to add more rides and attractions on property it already owns, creating more jobs and tax revenues in the process. She stated most residents would agree Disney should be allowed to spend its own money to do this, adding the design work is being done with Resort area residents in mind. She expressed her support for Disneyland Forward, adding it can only have positive outcomes. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 13 of 49 Laura Archuleta, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Jamboree Housing Corporation noted Disney has often financially supported the company's multi -family developments. She added Disney has been the largest financial contributor of all Orange County businesses. She cited a study of their developments' low-income residents Jamboree was able to conduct through the University of California, Los Angeles with Disney funding reporting 87% of respondents were better able to control their lives, 83% reported better able to manage their mental and physical health, 95% reported they are making progress towards recovery since becoming housed, and 88% reported their safety had improved. She added they look forward to working with Disney on more developments in the future to help solve the City's housing crisis. Carolyn Jones stated she lives near Disneyland and expressed her appreciation for all the community benefits from the project. She noted none of this discussion has been focused on taking care of senior citizens in need. She noted the pollution from the fireworks has not killed her and added it was so odd not to hear the fireworks during the pandemic. She encouraged the Council to use the money wisely and think of senior citizens, noting they too will get old one day. Mark Lowry, Director of the Orange County Food Bank, reported his organization has partnered with Disney for 33 years and it is one of their most engaged corporate partners. He added Disney VoluntEARS come regularly to the food bank both for community work, delivering donations, and their financial support. He expressed his organization's support for Disneyland Forward, as well as his personal support for more individuals to have the Disneyland experience. Mike Galliano, Chief Executive Officer of My Day Counts Adult Achievement Center, noted his organization has had a long partnership with Disney helping develop independence for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. He added the growth of Disney opens more opportunities for the individuals they assist in finding jobs. He expressed his organization's support for the project and appreciation for Disney's support. Mike Johnson, Chief Volunteer Officer for the YMCA, noted Disney's VoluntEARS have long assisted with their events and activities and added the YMCA can always count on Disney. He thanked Disney for their contributions, the projects they brought forward, and for the thousands of pages of work on this responsible project. He encouraged the Council to support the project. Matthew Abad reported he is an Orange County resident who enjoys all the entertainment provided by Disneyland. He noted the only complaint he has ever heard about Disneyland is its expansion onto adjacent properties but added there are no plans for that in the project which benefits the City and the company. Brent Finlay, President of the YMCA, lauded the support his organization and other Anaheim non- profits receive from Disney. He noted the YMCA would not be able to offer scholarships and other services without the support of Disney. He added currently the YMCA serves over 7,000 children with more children to serve. He added the Disneyland Forward project will allow for even more opportunities to help the City's children and expand on their services. He shared a personal anecdote regarding a family member's positive experience at the Disneyland theme park. Andrew Gonzalez, representing the Building and Construction Trades Council, expressed his organization's support of the project, noting the project will create over 11,000 union construction jobs paying living wages over the next ten years. He added Disney has been a great partner with the organization assuring union jobs on Disney's properties. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 14 of 49 Mazatl Tepehyolotzin reported he used to work for Disney and it helped him pay for college. He stated he is in support of the project so long as his Native -American ancestors buried under the land are recognized. He thanked former Council Member Jose Moreno and Council Member Faessel for their support of Indigenous People's Day. He lauded the inclusion of native plants in the landscaping and the proposed bicycle lanes. He noted colonists did horrible things to Indigenous peoples when they first arrived in Anaheim and encouraged the Council's assistance in changing the nickname of Anaheim High School's mascot from Colonists. Jan Matson reported she lives just west of Disneyland and uses Magic Way regularly. She added she and her husband have each signed the petition asking the Council to keep the road open to the public. Robert Harbin, representing hotelier Badalian Enterprises, Inc., noted Disney has taken consideration to heart mitigating neighborhood concerns and keeping the community informed about the project. He added his hotels are part of a vibrant cluster of 28 family -owned businesses near the theme park employing 8,500 people. He decried burdensome development standards keeping many of the businesses from growing. He added he looks forward to working with the Council to find relief from some of the inequitable standards hampering the businesses. Wes Jones noted the irony of discussing Disneyland Forward and campaign finance reform on the same night. He stated Disney will inevitably get Magic Way and encouraged the Council to use the proposed funds for it to mitigate traffic issues. He stated the City is not receiving enough money for the Gene Autry Way abandonment. He stated the Council needs to produce a housing plan, including an inclusionary housing commitment. He stated a Housing Trust is a joke and doubted companies would want to contribute. He noted Disney needs to be successful for the City but called for a City where charities do not have to do the heavy lifting on things like parks. Sue Parks, Chief Executive Officer of the United Way of Orange County, reported Disney has partnered with her organization for years in helping students at Savanna High School and Magnolia High School become career -ready. She noted once participants complete the program they are rewarded with a visit to the Imagination Campus at Disneyland. She noted the program inspires many students and learn about the various available career opportunities. She shared success stories from some of the 800 Anaheim participants in the program. She noted the project will develop thousands of jobs for young individuals. Vern Nelson stated the community would like Disney to be better corporate citizens compared to decades ago. He noted Disney still owes backpay to former employees and contributes millions to steer local elections. He reported Disneyland made $6.28 billion in revenue in 2022 while the City received only $140 million after subtracting bond payments. He lamented Disney will be taking over public streets and not contributing enough to affordable housing while its own employees are homeless. He added that millions of new visitors will increase issues like traffic. He encouraged the Council to add a 2% Gate Tax like many other entertainment -dependent cities, adding $100 million to the City's coffers. He encouraged the Council to act in the residents' interest despite being elected with Disney's money. He noted two Council Members are up for reelection this year and citizens are paying attention after the issues with former Mayor Sidhu. Greg Eisenman, General Manager of the Tropicana Inn and Camelot Inn, expressed his gratitude for the positive strides made around the project. He expressed concerns about what will happen to small businesses like his along Harbor Boulevard but added he is appreciative of how many of the concerns, such as the new pedestrian bridges, have been addressed. He commended Disney officials for their work in helping navigate the neighborhood businesses' issues. He encouraged City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 15 of 49 continued collaboration and transparency with neighbors as the project continues to develop. He encouraged the Council to review the Harbor Boulevard Specific Plan once this project is solidified so businesses along the stretch can best benefit from the expansion. He added their concerns center around height, density, and parking, stating they require General Plan amendments for the businesses to further develop. He added some modified restrictions would also improve Harbor Boulevard's aesthetics. Marisol Ramirez, Deputy Director of Orange County Communities Organized for Responsible Development (OCCORD), expressed concerns about the project. She reported facts were not properly presented in public workshops. She added Magic Way is a critical connector for residents accessing 1-5 and urged the City not to abandon the roadway. She urged the Council to hold Disney accountable for its 1996 agreement to complete Gene Autry Way. She urged the Council to negotiate a workforce housing contribution from Disney, noting most Disneyland Resort employees do not earn enough to cover their basic monthly expenses. She advised that the local impacts of the project have not been clearly explained to residents in Disney's public outreach. She encouraged the Council to bargain on behalf of residents. She clarified she was not against the expansion but called for more public outreach from the Council. Robert Tai reported he is a salaried Disney cast member and District 3 resident. He stated progress, change, growth, and success are all hard. He encouraged mixed -use developments and the blending of retail and dining. He added he is a new resident of the City, relocating from the City of Houston, Texas, and attracting talent has not yet been discussed. He mentioned he relocated to the City for new opportunities and stressed the importance of creating opportunities for individuals. He expressed his support for the project. Cynthia Ward stated she would love to welcome this investment and can see the project's potential, but lamented Disney has no goodwill with residents in the wake of the disgraces of former Mayor Sidhu. She expressed concerns over Disney's definition of subsidies when they claim to not be asking for any. She noted how many other public speakers are skeptical and suspicious of something many cities would only dream about. She noted Disney is backing out of its commitment to complete Gene Autry Way and cited it as evidence of Disney's untrustworthiness. She noted how City staff is trumpeting the project even though it has not been approved, creating an undue public influence. She encouraged the Council to have a long talk with the City's executive staff about how City Hall is viewed as a toxic workplace defiled by decades of greed. She stated the public benefits are tempting and hopes the Council does not let residents down again. Bob Donelson expressed his opposition to closing Magic Way, noting it will eliminate a frequently used access point to 1-5 and increase the traffic at the already -congested intersection of Walnut Street and Ball Road. He added years ago the City stated no more streets would be closed after Cerritos Avenue and theorized Disney Way would go next even if it is a few years before its abandonment remerges in discussions. He commended Disney's work with Anaheim non -profits but noted the City is still paying for the parking garage built for Disney where the company charges $35 per vehicle. He encouraged the Council to ensure the City does not get buffaloed by Disney as it did in the 1990s. Dara Maleki stated as a resident, local business owner, and Housing Commissioner, this project represents a groundbreaking initiative for it being the City's first non -housing project to make a substantial financial contribution to affordable housing. He reported it is the largest contribution to affordable housing by any commercial project in the City's history. He noted it aligns with the recommendations by the Department of Housing and Community Development's vision for the Housing Trust in meeting residential needs. He added the Commission is actively engaging City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 16 of 49 stakeholders in the Resort area to broaden the Trust's support base and encouraged other major employers to follow Disney's example. Kenneth Batiste reported Disney has never paid a penny in taxes to the City and added part of why the City is $4 billion in debt is the bad deals it has made with Disney and Angels Baseball. He noted how the City is still paying $100 million a year from the 1996 Disney parking garage deal. He noted Disney no longer committing to the completion of Gene Autry Way. He lamented how traffic studies were done during the pandemic. He questioned why Disney ended a program with Anaheim's sixth - grade graduates allowing them a free visit to Disneyland. He questioned where all the new employees would live and park. He lamented things Disney employees have to do to survive on such low wages. Cesar Covarrubias, Executive Director of the Kennedy Commission, commended the City for attempting to address affordable housing and homelessness. He added this is an opportunity to look at the matter more comprehensively for a lack of a completed Housing Element and guiding policies. He added many new employees will be coming to Anaheim through this project who will be making less than the $40 an hour needed to afford an average two -bedroom apartment in Anaheim. He stated Disney is making an even larger contribution to affordable housing in Florida than Anaheim, including the donation of 80 acres of land to build affordable housing. He encouraged the passage of a Gate Tax to help fund the Housing Trust. Yesenia Altamirano stated she is a lifelong Anaheim resident opposed to Disneyland Forward out of concerns over privatizing streets and displacement of families while making Disney richer. She encouraged the Council to invest in its overworked community with rent controls and affordable housing units not managed by the City. She urged the City Council to evaluate the project critically and the aftermath the project would have on the community. Marcela Frias (translation: Spanish) stated that she and her neighbors in the Hermosa Village apartments are being unjustly displaced and she must now leave her home of 17 years. She reported it is causing great mental stress for her family and it is difficult and expensive to find a new place to live. She reported she takes Magic Way to go to work and by closing the street it prevents her and other community members from commuting to their jobs. She mentioned the apartment owners are engaging in illegal activities and Code Enforcement has been no help to her or her neighbors. She requested help from her Council representative, Mayor Pro Tem Kurtz, so their homes are not taken away to create luxury apartments. Mayor Aitken requested Ms. Frias' contact information so City staff could be directed to her. City Manager Vanderpool added Director Ruiz-Stepter is on her way to speak to Ms. Frias. Susana Galan (translation: Spanish) called upon her representative Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz and mentioned she is there in solidarity with her Walnut Street neighbors whose homes will be at risk if Disneyland expands. She added it is difficult to see her neighbors crying over the situation and encouraged the Council to consider residents affected by the project who do not have the financial means to relocate. She requested that Disneyland should be responsible for relocating the residents. Mariana Angeles (translation: Spanish) stated that she is a resident of the Ponderosa neighborhood concerned about stories about people being evicted and how increasingly difficult it is for working- class residents to stay in Anaheim. She questioned what the Council Members are doing so residents can afford to stay in their homes and not be homeless. She lamented how Code Enforcement was ticketing and towing their cars last week when there was nowhere to park them. She expressed City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 17 of 49 concerns about parking along Katella Avenue and Anaheim Boulevard following the theme park expansion. She called for rent controls, good -paying jobs, protections from the abuses of apartment owners, safety on the streets, educational programs, more parks, and affordable housing instead of a bigger theme park. Guadalupe Basave (translation: Spanish) stated that she is a 12-year Anaheim resident in District 4 represented by Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz. She encouraged the Council to consider residents impacted by the construction. She added the expansion will bring more traffic, noise, and higher home prices to her neighborhood. She added life near Disneyland is not good because it is expensive with lower wages. She requested the City Council consider the citizens and their needs. She clarified she is not against development but wants to see more community benefits in exchange. Silvia Placencio decried the evictions on Walnut Street reporting she lives at the Hermosa Village apartments which is supposed to be affordable housing. She stated the new property owners are violating resident rights, including hers as a senior citizen with a husband living on a fixed income. She questioned why Disney is not helping the community instead of expanding the theme park. She added she has lived at Hermosa Village for 18 years and always pays her rent but will not be able to afford it after the complex is renovated. Ericka Flores (translation: Spanish), a resident at apartments located off Walnut Street, stated that the Disney expansion plans only benefit some while others like her will be left without a home once they are evicted. She lamented the safety of living alongside the work being done there including hazardous asbestos and mold, adding it is stressing her children and harming their respiratory systems. She added it is all being done for Disney's well-being at the expense of residents. She asked for the Council to help with the plight of herself and 34 other families. Pam Donelson expressed her opposition to the closure of Magic Way, adding she has collected signatures of others in opposition. She inquired why a bridge was not built instead of closing the roadway. Cassandra Perez, District Director for United States Congressman Lou Correa, read a letter written on his behalf. The letter expressed his support for an economically healthy Anaheim and added increasing tourism is of vital importance to stimulate economic growth and tax revenues. The letter commended DisneylandForward's great promise and job creation. The letter also noted it can create opportunities for the Brookhurst Corridor to grow as it welcomes additional visitors. The letter encouraged support for projects like this one. Penelope Lopez stated she is speaking on behalf of her young daughter and her having the ability to live without fighting for living wages, affordable housing, tenant protections, and clean air. She expressed concerns about the project's environmental impacts in a City that already used to have air quality alerts issued and Disney's involvement in local elections. She encouraged the Council to push for the best interests of residents who are deeply concerned about privatized streets, the environment, and housing. Tanya Navarro, Community Organizer for Chispa, stated allowing a major corporation to dictate the quality of life for an entire city is not democracy. She noted the Council Members took an oath to serve the residents who are demanding rent control, affordable housing, APD reform, and more community spaces but are currently prioritizing a major corporation in Disney known for backtracking on promises and exploiting its workers. She noted many programs like the one mentioned by the United Way have a direct pipeline to Disney's low-income jobs. She questioned why the food bank would need Disney's partnership so much if residents were not stuck in poverty. She noted Disney City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 18 of 49 spent millions of dollars to help defeat Measure A and owes back pay to many workers. She decried how the Council sounds like they are asking Disney to help solve civic quality of life problems the Council should be doing by itself. She questioned if the City could do better for its residents. Nicolas Mora reported he is another soon -to -be -evicted apartment resident, reducing his children to tears upon receiving the notice. He added he has no idea how he can pay the rent after their home is renovated. He added the better lives for residents promised in this project do not apply to his family, adding great stress. He stated he is self-employed and must work to make money. He stated the Council can do better for residents. Bernabe Obispo (translation: Spanish) stated that this expansion only benefits a big entertainment corporation and hurts people like her, her family, and her neighbors. She stated Disney's expansion will only serve to continue to abuse them with low -paying jobs and construction noise. She added they must move farther away from the park because of rising rents and destroying communities with the higher cost of living. She urged the Council to stop abusing communities and think about how the development can better benefit residents. Randy Lewis stated he is a member of the Homeowners' Association for Pepperwood Village Condominiums but is speaking as an individual in cautioning the Council that the City is being railroaded by this deal. He stated Disney claims it is not asking for more land yet wants to take over Magic Way. He added many of the jobs will pay insufficiently for residents to live. He stated the job creation figures are not being transparent in how many of them would be just part-time. He encouraged the Council to consider Disney's lack of transparency on the project. David Duran noted the Anaheim Ducks Hockey Club is worth $1 billion, the Los Angeles Angels are worth $2 billion, and Disneyland is worth $170 billion, adding they have all helped fill the dais with people who will support their success at the cost of residents. He lamented there is no way for residents to participate in the meeting remotely. He compared the plight of residents to the Jonestown massacre only occurring at a much slower pace due to poverty, the environment, and infrastructure. He added many residents are forced to leave Anaheim so they can afford to raise their families and the Council, like its predecessor, may consider this to be a good thing. He stated some of the Council Members need to be changed and expressed hopes many in the Council Chamber remember the failures of their leaders. Cecil Jordan Corkern stated he has compared Disneyland to other global Disney theme parks. He is investigating misconduct allegations at Disney by reading reports from Polk County, Florida to Anaheim. He chastised the Council Members for never speaking to him about his reports and encouraged them to go to his apartment to look through his notebooks. He reported on recent sightings of Walt Disney at Stater Brothers Market and mentioned he had an opportunity to get Mr. Disney's signature on his reports. He stated it is Mayor Aitken's choice to accept his crime reports because Disneyland is under her jurisdiction. At 6:54 p.m., the City Council took a brief recess and reconvened at 7:06 p.m. INVOCATION: Nathan Zug, Anaheim Police Chaplain Council Member Leon highlighted Ed Roberts Day, in appreciation of Ed Roberts, who was a pioneering leader in the Disability Rights Movement and often referred to as the father of independent living. He asked those as they honor the flag to honor those who advocate for a more positive and inclusive future in the country City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 19 of 49 FLAG SALUTE: Council Member Carlos A. Leon Mayor Aitken stated the presentations will be brought back to another meeting due to the duration of the Workshop. PRESENTATIONS: Recognizing Awards by Paul for their 45 years of service to the City of Anaheim Recognizing Frank Garcia for his years of service to the City of Anaheim Recognizing 2023 Anaheim Beautiful Holiday Lights Winners ACCEPTANCE OF OTHER RECOGNITIONS (To be presented at a later Recognizing January 27, 2024, as World Holocaust Remembrance Day Recognizing February 2024, as American Heart Month At 7:09 p.m., Mayor Aitken called to order the Anaheim Public Financing Authority, Anaheim Housing and Public Improvements Authority, and Anaheim Housing Authority, in joint session with the City Council. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA: City Clerk Bass noted that the project applicants for Item No. 28 have requested a continuance and the action before the Council is continuance of the public hearing to the City Council meeting of March 26, 2024. PUBLIC COMMENTS tall agenda items, except public hearings): 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 one (1) public comment was received electronically prior to 5:00 p.m. related to City Council agenda items and matters within the jurisdiction of the Anaheim City Council. [ A final total of five (5) public comments were received electronically, distributed to the City Council, and made part of the official records]. — See Appendix. Barbara Rush stated she has been an independent contractor and business owner in Southern California since 2011 who contributes to society but has spent a year homeless. She reported she is reaching the end of her permissible time at her current shelter and will soon be asked to leave. She added she has trouble documenting her income as a business owner without pay stubs despite a stable source of $1,700 a month. She requested assistance finding government subsidies so she does not have to go back to living in her car. Mayor Aitken requested Deputy Director of Housing and Community Development Sandra Lozeau meet with Ms. Rush. Wes Jones, a 35-year District 3 resident, stated the campaign finance reforms in Item No. 27 are the most important thing the Council will do all year. He noted many of the Council Members were elected by independent expenditures, mostly from Save Our Anaheim Resort (SOAR). He commended Council Member Diaz's honesty during the most recent Council discussion on the topic for acknowledging he could not have been elected without independent expenditures. He stated they City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 20 of 49 do not want individuals aligned with Disney or unions running the City as has been the case for a long time. He encouraged the Council to vote for reforms to be effective in their City. Rashad, speaking on behalf of Amin Nash who had to leave, expressed his excitement over Item No. 26 about Little Arabia. He stated they are excited about the lengthy list of near -term goals such as including Little Arabia in the Strategic Plan, updating the Brookhurst Corridor Overlay Zone and Design Guidelines, updating zoning, and expansion of Little Arabia south of Ball Road. He added the community is eager to hear the plans, including long-term improvements. He noted a jaywalking pedestrian was recently killed while crossing Brookhurst Street and added signage is necessary for pedestrian safety improvements along the Brookhurst Corridor. Paul Hyek stated the shelters referenced in Item No. 18 should be walk-in walk -out. He added he would love to manage one of the shelters, adding he would be hiring homeless residents with trade skills as his staff. He said Disney should hire more homeless people to help run the theme park. Lilian Gonzalez reported she has worked in health care for 20 years but is currently homeless and living in a shelter because she could not pay her rent. She reported leaving a message to all the Council Members yesterday to discuss her impending exit from the shelter. She thanked Council Member Rubalcava for being the only Council Member to return her phone call. She added that 211 told her she is being placed into a 3-5-year cue to get one out of 11 apartments in Orange County with a waiting list of 4,000 people. She asked the Council to help her find housing she could afford to pay for In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, Ms. Gonzalez reported a Housing staff member called her back and encouraged her to get on every list she could but noted they all have a multiple - year waiting list. She expressed hopes someone from the City staff can help her sooner. Patricia Zemke reported she is a 62-year-old transfer student at California State University, Dominguez Hills, and is a temporary homeless shelter resident with an impending exit date. She added she had been sent to the wrong places and given incorrect information from 211 and her case manager. She reported shelters say they can only help her if she is homeless. She reported she is there looking for support and solutions. She stated she has good enough grades for scholarship programs. Mayor Aitken asked Ms. Zemke to meet with Deputy Director Lozeau to see what resources are available for her. Jeanine Robbins stated she is unwilling to give up her quality of life so Disney can make more money. She reported traffic has been unbearable since the 1990s expansion with former side streets now clogged by cars looking to avoid Katella Avenue and Ball Road. She decried the short-term rentals in her neighborhood, pollution, and road conditions. She questioned how delivery trucks will function without using Walnut Street, noting Katella Avenue will be down to one lane for sewer work. She stated Disney claims to not be asking for any subsidies yet the City pays to house and feed Disney employees daily. She questioned if Council Members should even be allowed to vote on the matter given their conflicts of interest with Disney's contributions to their campaigns, making it illegal if not unethical. Mike Robbins stated Disney has stacked both the Planning Commission and City Council with sympathetic ears with its election spending. He lamented the expansion increases in noise, traffic, pollution, and meager supply of 25 affordable housing units while also taking public roads. He noted Disneyland will grow to the size of Disney World in Florida comparing a proposed two (2) square City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 21 of 49 miles from Florida's 50 square miles. He added this will adversely impact neighborhoods in a city the physical size of Anaheim. He called upon Disney to take responsibility and assist the community and their employees. Marc Herbert noted the 2012 Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the ARSP has a table to sort through a 17,000-page document, unlike the current EIR for Disneyland Forward. He added the first goal in 2012 was to provide quality affordable housing opportunities yet the City still needs 17,453 units in its current RHNA quota. He noted Disney has committed to building 1,400 affordable housing units over 80 acres at Disney World and is doing only a fraction of that in Anaheim. He stated the strip on Walnut Street where everyone is being evicted is adjacent to Disneyland and provides affordable housing for many Resort employees. Stephanie Mercadante stated that Disneyland Forward is a charged issue due to a lack of transparency for residents near the theme park. She stated they received an opaque brochure and encouraged the Council to listen to residents. She added they left Disney's community outreach event not even realizing Magic Way would be closed. She stated there is fear in District 4 residents about the traffic impacts and it is the same outrage from those along Walnut Street. She encouraged the Council to listen to Resort area residents. Mazatl Tepehyolotzin commended that the native plants of Southern California require little water. He added it is important for Native Americans to have these plants psychologically because it is from the time before the colonists changed many things about the Anaheim area. He added seeing native plants around the City makes him happy. He reported on the progress of a mural at La Bonita Market honoring the City's Native American heritage. He commented on the mistreatment of Native Americans at the hands of European colonists. Vern Nelson reported Republic Services has been performing better trash service since he complained about them to the Council last month. He thanked Council Member Faessel for connecting him with Mike Johnson who explained all of Republic's complicated labor issues. He stated Anaheim is unique and in need of serious campaign finance reform, keeping the millions of dollars in independent expenditures out of the City's elections. He added a recusal mandate would not run afoul of any laws and would help address the City's corruption issues in a manner only public financing of elections could do better. Greg Eisenman reported a recall election of Council Member Rubalcava is imminent and disheartening because the usual standards of crimes and not protecting citizens do not apply. He stated she has always demonstrated dedication to the well-being of her constituents, including listening to concerned citizens about Measure A. He noted how she voted to support the implementation of panic buttons and other protections for hotel housekeepers. He stated the recall was only based on a personal vendetta and set a dangerous precedent. He urged District 3 residents to reject the recall attempts. He thanked Mr. and Ms. Robbins for their tireless efforts to help the City's unhoused and commended the local hotels who provided blankets and warm clothes during the recent extreme cold spell. Bob Donelson encouraged residents as a former United States postal worker to vote by mail, adding ballots will be mailed out starting on February 5th. He noted each ballot has a smart code for security and tracking. He echoed Ms. Donelson's Workshop comments about how closing Magic Way will not make it any safer to cross Walnut Street. He encouraged building a pedestrian bridge over Walnut Street and expressed fears Disney Way will be the next street closed. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 22 of 49 David Duran encouraged more transparency from the Council and having a hybrid option for residents unable to participate in person. He added that between disabilities, parenting, work, and other reasons there is no reason these taxpayers should have to miss the meetings and have their voices heard when technology exists to let them join remotely. He inquired when the public will get another update on the corruption probes, they paid for and not have to rely on information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation. He added the public has a right to know more than what has been shared. He stated that self-serving Council Members are not good for the City. Vance Dizney encouraged an adjustable center wall on freeways. He encouraged all to pause with love for homeless women who come to the meetings looking for shelter. He added he heard APD officers showing concern when they stated homelessness is not a crime. He stated the City can show more warmth toward the homeless by handing out blankets or pajamas. He lamented how Disney does not encourage children to be home at a decent hour for homework to grow up and be trained professionals. He added they need to move the homeless off the freeways to make room for an adjustable center wall. Rebecca Kovacs -Stein read the names of dozens of unhoused residents in the City who passed away in 2023, adding she started reading the list at the Orange County Board of Supervisors meeting earlier in the day. She encouraged the City to vet those who are homeless for priority on the winter shelters in Item No. 18. She commended Director Ruiz-Stepter and the Anaheim Housing Authority staff. She added she ran into a snag with the City today over a client whose Anaheim residency she can vouch for but cannot sufficiently document for his acceptance to the Center of Hope. She suggested there may be mental health discrimination and suggested a policy change allowing for more flexibility in addressing documentation. Kenneth Batiste questioned the price of DisneylandForward's promise of progress. He noted families were displaced to build California Adventure. He lamented Anaheim does not have a homeless hub like the neighboring City of Orange and encouraged the Council to do better. He stated the Council can create a long-term solution instead of being part of the problem. He encouraged residents to show more humanity towards the homeless. Rosalinda Viveros reported the previous Council changed her life forever, lamenting how her 18-year business in Sunkist Plaza was allowed to fall into a dangerous and ugly state. She added she has been unable to open a new business because of the expensive rent. She stated she is not blaming this Council but noted they have an opportunity to make good decisions to better residents' lives. She added she has enjoyed business success, raised children, and is happy to live in Anaheim but cannot afford the cost of rent for both her home and business. She encouraged past customers of her store. Council Member Faessel, to drive by and see how Sunkist Plaza looks after two years of sitting empty. She encouraged the Council to have humanity and allow progress but not be so ugly for people. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS: Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz highlighted and displayed a photograph of Kings Liquor and Junior Market on Orangewood Avenue, just east of Harbor Boulevard owned by the Ibrahim family. Talab Ibrahim, who is a Public Utilities Board Member, went to Mexico to learn how to prepare La Michoacana ice cream to sell at their store. They have wonderful products and carry Mexican and Japanese products. Council Member Faessel requested to recognize Assistant City Attorney, Alison Kott, who has provided 18 years of service to Anaheim Public Utilities. She has had many accomplishments and will be retiring soon. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 23 of 49 Council Member Leon expressed his appreciation to Mayor Aitken and everyone who sent a message of support and condolences following the passing of his grandmother. He thanked all of the community groups, organizations, clubs, residents, and volunteers who helped organize, support, or attended a community event throughout the holidays. He also thanked City departments for supporting District 2 events including Anaheim Public Utilities, Anaheim Police, Anaheim Fire & Rescue. He recognized Casa Gamino as the December 2023 Restaurant of the Month. The restaurant has been in West Anaheim for 30 years. Council Member Leon recognized Le Mirage Pastry as the December 2023 Business of the Month. The owner has been selling pastries and bouza Syrian ice cream for 20 years. Bouza is believed to be the world's first ice cream and was served in Syria over 500 years ago. The business was recently highlighted nationwide on CBS Sunday morning. He encouraged everyone to stop by and try it out. He highlighted House of Shabu Shabu 2 as the January 2024 Restaurant of the Month. The restaurant is located just off Euclid Street. The restaurant is of Japanese origin and is a combination of thinly sliced meats and vegetables boiled in a broth and served with dipping sauces. He noted that 85 Degrees Bakery Cafe just opened in District 2 and he wished them well. Council Member Leon requested to adjourn the meeting in remembrance of Magnolia High School Varsity baseball and football Coach Bill McFeggan. He made it a priority to help coach students every day. Council Member Rubalcava shared photographs and highlighted events she attended in the last couple of weeks. She noted that with the help of Community Services, she held a successful Mobile Family Resource Center Event in the Glen/Neighbors community in District 3. The Mobile Family Resource Center invites City departments and local non-profit organizations to host resource booths and engage with residents to establish communication and offer information, resources, food access, and emergency financial assistance for residents that qualify. She thanked Love Anaheim for bringing their mobile food truck which offers fresh food, milk, and canned goods. OC Animal Care provided Anaheim pets with new pet tags. Council Member Rubalcava was grateful to present Reuben Droughns with recognition for the pride he brings back to Anaheim High School and the City with an inspiring career as a professional athlete. He graduated from Anaheim High School in 1996 and was CIF champ in wrestling and the most prolific running back in Anaheim High School's history. He had an incredible college career at the University of Oregon and went to play for five NFL teams, including the New York Giants, the 2008 Super Bowl Champions. She congratulated Coach Joe Mark for the remarkable impact he had on so many wrestlers at Anaheim High School. Coach Mark was recently inducted into the Anaheim High School Hall of Fame. Coach Mark helped guide Anaheim High School to 34 league championships. Under his leadership, the wrestling team won five straight league championships from 1994-1998 and he was ranked top five in Orange County every year during that time. Coach Mark led his dual team to four Division 1 semifinal finishes and one CIF runner-up in 1998. Council Member Rubalcava thanked Coach Mark on behalf of the City of Anaheim and District 3 residents. She thanked Madisson Alarcon for delivering the recognitions on her behalf because she was at a Council meeting the night the event took place. Council Member Rubalcava thanked Council Member Faessel for the significant amount of time he spent reporting a lot of the graffiti and getting the City cleaned up in District 3. She also thanked Republic Services for picking up bulky trash items in the alleyways and City staff for responding quickly to those issues. Council Member Rubalcava requested to adjourn the meeting in remembrance of student Eduard Antonio Chan, a 24-year-old who attended Anaheim High School and Anaheim Elementary who unfortunately took his life on January 215Y. His family is collecting money for his funeral. She noted that mental health and suicide awareness is an initiative that her office has. Council Member Diaz invited everyone to the grand opening of the Brookhurst Community Center Teen Center on January 27'h at 10:00 a.m. The Brookhurst Community Center is located at 2271 Crescent Avenue. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 24 of 49 Mayor Aitken thanked everyone who volunteered on Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service to help those in need. She spent the day at the Orange County Food Bank packing boxes for at -risk seniors. Mayor Aitken noted that she attended the US Conference of Mayors last week and it was a wonderful learning opportunity to learn best practices from other cities. She was happy to be awarded a grant for the Little Arabia Employment Development Project. Anaheim was one of seven cities across the country selected as a recipient of the grant. CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE: None At 8:19 p.m., Mayor Aitken recessed the Anaheim City Council to address the Anaheim Public Financing Authority, Anaheim Housing and Public Improvements Authority, and Anaheim Housing Authority agendas and reconvened the City Council at 8:21 p.m. CONSENT CALENDAR: At 8:21 p.m., the Consent Calendar was considered with Council Member Rubalcava pulled Item Nos. 15 and 16, Council Member Meeks pulling Item No. 21, Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz pulling Item Nos. 18 and 22, and Council Member Leon pulling Item No. 08 for separate consideration. 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 Kurtz, Diaz, Leon, Rubalcava, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0. Motion carried. D116 6. Approve recognitions recognizing Anaheim Public Library as the winner of Orange County Business Council's 13th Annual Turning Red Tape into Red Carpet Awards; Jody Daily and Kevin Kidney for their nomination as the Cypress College Foundation's Citizens of the Year for Anaheim; Mondragon Family Market for their 45 years of business in Anaheim; Kareem's Falafel for being honored as one of Los Angeles Times Hall of Fame restaurants; and Al Baraka Restaurant for being on Los Angeles Times list of 101 best restaurants in 2023. D116 7. Receive and file the list of Professional Services Agreements executed by the City Manager in December 2023. 9. Award an agreement to Advantage Mailing, LLC, in an amount not to exceed $137,832.15 D180 plus applicable tax, for printing and mailing services of the Community Services Activity Guides for a one year term, with four one-year optional renewals, subject to available budget appropriations, and authorize the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute all contractual documents, and exercise the renewal options (Bid# 9689). 10. Waive the sealed bid requirement of Council Policy 4.0 and approve Amendment No. 1 to Master Agreement Purchase Order with CalAmp Wireless Networks Corporation, in an AGR-12698.1 amount not to exceed $37,316.04, for Automatic Vehicle Location solution services for a one year period (inclusive of eight months of completed service) beginning June 1, 2023 through May 31, 2024, with four one-year optional renewals, subject to available budget appropriations; and authorize the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute the amendment and all contractual documents, and exercise the renewal options. 11. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Onyx Paving Company, Inc., in the AGR-14523 amount of $9,163,000, for the Sabina Neighborhood Improvements Phases 4 and 5 and the Sycamore Street Rehabilitation Project; authorize the Director of Public Works to execute the City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 25 of 49 contract, and related documents, and to take the necessary actions to implement and administer the contract; determine that the Project is categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Class 1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; and authorize the Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions. 12. Award the construction contract to the lowest responsible bidder, We R Builders, Inc., in the AGR-14524 amount of $354,800, for the Arterial Sidewalk Removal and Replacement at Various Locations — Cycle 2 — Phase 1 Project; authorize the Director of Public Works to execute the contract, and any documents, and to take the necessary actions to implement and administer the contract; determine the project is categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Class 1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) and Class 2, Section 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; and authorize the Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions. 13. Waive the sealed bid requirement of Council Policy 4.0 and approve the Accela Subscription Services Agreement with Accela, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $284,520, for the upgrade AGR-14525 of the City's permit tracking and land management system, and an amount not to exceed $4,350,000 which includes a 5% contingency for other fees, for the continued annual maintenance, licensing and service costs required for the use of the software over a period of five years; and authorize the Finance Director to execute the agreement and additional agreements, change orders, purchase orders and related documents as necessary for the implementation of the upgrade. 14. Approve an agreement, in substantial form, with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. dba Raftelis, in an amount not to exceed $185,000, to provide a strategic study for the Police AGR-14526 Department; authorize the Chief of Police to execute and administer the agreement; and authorize minimal changes that do not substantially modify the terms and conditions of the agreement, provided the changes are determined to be de minimis by the City Attorney's Office. 17. Approve the First Amendment to Agreement with The Counseling Team International to AGR-10764.A.1 increase the not to exceed amount from $225,000 to $300,000 for peer support services. 19. RESOLUTION NO. 2024-004 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE D175 CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Director of Public Works or designee to submit an application to the Orange County Transportation Authority for funding under the Project V Community -Based Transit/Circulators Program for the Anaheim Canyon Circulator Project and if awarded, authorizing the acceptance of such grant(s) on behalf of the City and amending the budget accordingly and authorizing the Director of Public Works to enter into a subrecipient agreement with a competitively procured vendor to implement and operate the service [includes determination that the services described in the application are exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Section 21080(b)(10) of the California Public Resources Code because these services involve passenger transportation service on existing streets, and therefore the services described in the application are exempt from the requirement to prepare additional environmental documentation]. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 26 of 49 D154.3 20. RESOLUTION NO..____2024-005 __....._____ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM creating a classification represented by the Anaheim Police Association, assigning the rate of compensation and salary relationship pay policy, and approving a related Letter of Understanding between the Anaheim Police Association and the City of Anaheim [Police Officer —Digital Forensics Investigator, modification to the June 28, 2019 through July 3, 2025 Memorandum of Understanding effective February 2, 2024]. R100 23. RESOLUTION NO. _.. 2024-008 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending the dates and times for regular meetings of the Anaheim City Council for the 2024 calendar year and rescinding Resolution No. 2023-105 (rescheduling the meeting of February 6 to February 13, 2024). M142 24. ORDINANCE NO. 6565 _ _._ (ADOPTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Section 1.11.050 (Email Retention) of Chapter 1.11 (Sunshine Provisions) of the Anaheim Municipal Code to increase the email retention period [introduced at the Council meeting of January 9, 2024, Item No.12]. ORDINANCE NO. 6566 (ADOPTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Chapter 1.10 (Records Management) of the Anaheim Municipal Code to conform to modern retention practices and other provisions of the Anaheim Municipal Code [introduced at the Council meeting of January 9, 2024, Item No.12]. D114 25. Approve minutes of the City Council meeting of July 11, 2023. BUSINESS CALENDAR: D182 8. Accept additional funding administered through the State of California, in the approximate amount of $350,000, related to the COVID-19 Pandemic Relief for Utility Water and Wastewater customer arrearages for eligible past due residential and commercial water accounts between June 16, 2021 and December 31, 2022, or as modified by the State; and authorize the Public Utilities General Manager, or designees, to make necessary adjustments to recover all applicable funds that comply with program guidelines, to apply bill credits to qualifying customer accounts, to execute related documents, and to take the necessary action to implement and administer the funds. DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Leon's inquiries, Anaheim Public Utilities (APU) General Manager Dukku Lee reported APU has records of all past due bills for this period through its customer information system. He noted that the amounts would be applied directly to all accounts meeting the criteria. He advised that there are about 2,500 eligible accounts but whether or not this will bring those accounts up to good standing depends on if they have been making payments since December 31, 2022. He added there is also federal funding available in addition to this State funding and a payment plan or structure available to customers. Council Member Leon thanked Public Utilities and commended their outreach efforts to residents. MOTION: Council Member Leon moved to accept additional funding administered through the State of California, in the approximate amount of $350,000, related to the COVID-19 Pandemic Relief for Utility Water and Wastewater customer arrearages for eligible past due residential and commercial water accounts between June 16, 2021 and December 31, 2022, or as modified by the State; and authorize the Public Utilities General Manager, or designees, to make necessary adjustments to recover all applicable funds that comply with program guidelines, to apply bill credits to qualifying City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 27 of 49 customer accounts, to execute related documents, and to take the necessary action to implement and administer the funds, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Kurtz, Diaz, Leon, Rubalcava, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0. Motion carried. 15. Waive Council Policy 4.1 and approve an agreement with Brian Leist, dba Kaiser Precision AGR-14527 LLC, in an amount not to exceed $150,000, for specialty services to assist in the administration of the Police Department's firearms program, and authorize the Chief of Police, or designee, to administer the agreement. DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiry, City Attorney Fabela stated the general policy on waiver requests comes when there is a bidding process for a personal service agreement and the person being sought has specialized skills. Chief Rick P. Armendariz agreed it is due to the consultant's expertise and the timelines of certain priority APD projects to ensure continuity of services. He added the consultant currently providing these services is retiring and this request will allow the current consultant to continue their current responsibilities. In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiry, Chief Armendariz confirmed the consultant has served as an APD officer and is retiring after 25 years. He added the retiree's unique skill set and the needs of the organization would allow the APD to have someone with the knowledge and expertise to assist in the continuation of these services. He added the individual can continue to provide these services as a consultant. In response to Council Member Rubalcava, Chief Armendariz confirmed the individual did not perform these duties in their role as an APD officer. He confirmed the organization currently providing these services will no longer be in business. Council Member Rubalcava stated her concern is the lack of a bidding process. She mentioned additional contracts on the agenda are similar, however, recognized the impacts on those agreements due to the pandemic. She stated she does not want to delay the process but added in the future it would be better for transparency purposes to seek other bids. She stated the optics of this is an APD officer is retiring and will collect both their pension and also $150,000 from the APD budget. Chief Armendariz stated he understands this direction. In response to Council Member Meeks' inquiry, Chief Armendariz confirmed this is for a one-time project needing completion. Council Member Meeks stated she would approve this item but has larger concerns about the contract in Item No. 16. In response to Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz, Chief Armendariz stated the APD will need this expertise in the future after the project is completed. He confirmed this is a short-term contract for current projects and the APD will be looking for a full-time hire to take over these responsibilities. Council Member Faessel requested clarification from the City Attorney regarding provisions for retired employees becoming consultants to the City. In response to Council Member Faessel, City Attorney Fabela confirmed his office looked into the concept of a retiring City staff member immediately becoming a City consultant for Item Nos. 15 and City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 28 of 49 16. He added the revolving door restriction states a former employee cannot participate in any competitive selection process for a City contract where the former official or employee recommended or approved the project or work subject to the contract. He added his office feels these items withstand the restriction. Council Member Faessel noted with the ongoing transparency reforms, he wanted to be sensitive to revolving door provisions. In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiry, Chief Armendariz reported the individual retired a year ago and had been working as an annuitant. He added the individual's annuitant time is up. MOTION: Council Member Rubalcava moved to waive Council Policy 4.1 and approve an agreement with Brian Leist, dba Kaiser Precision LLC, in an amount not to exceed $150,000, for specialty services to assist in the administration of the Police Department's firearms program, and authorize the Chief of Police, or designee, to administer the agreement, seconded by Council Member Meeks. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Kurtz, Diaz, Leon, Rubalcava, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0. Motion carried. 16. Waive Council Policy 4.1 and approve an agreement with Jeff Hemerson, dba J A Hemerson AGR-14528 LLC, in an amount not to exceed $225,000 annually, to coordinate and manage police facility infrastructure projects as directed, coordinate with Anaheim Police Department Information Technology staff on projects within police facilities, and manage and maintain the department's 800 MHz radio systems for a one year term with four one-year optional renewals; and authorize the Chief of Police to execute and administer the agreement and any renewal options. DISCUSSION: Council Member Rubalcava stated she has similar concerns about this item as with Item No. 15 but they are deeper due to the lack of involvement by Public Works. Chief Armendariz stated Public Works does an excellent job coordinating APD services. He added a project coordinator with a background in construction and a historical knowledge of facilities is needed to serve as a liaison and project coordinator for ongoing APD projects. He cited as an example significant rain damage suffered by the Family Justice Center this past weekend, noting Public Works is doing phenomenal work but it is imperative to have an APD liaison to ensure service can still be provided while the facility is shutdown. He added the liaison also assists with any issues which may arise during the repair process. He stated the role is essential. Chief Armendariz stated the proposed contractor has extensive knowledge of the APD's facility infrastructure, communications, and information technology (IT) platforms. He added the APD recommends Council Policy 4.1 be waived for the one-year agreement with up to four annual extension options. In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiries, Chief Armendariz clarified he misspoke on Item No. 15 and this is the contract where the existing contractor is leaving. He stated the new contractor would be filling the responsibility. He added a contractor has filled this responsibility for 12 years. He added the contractor also works with Orange County in regard to radio infrastructure. He clarified this contracted role will be an extension of the old one. In response to Council Member Meeks' inquiries, Chief Armendariz confirmed the individual is an APD officer who retired a year ago and was an annuitant for the past year whose annuitant time has expired. He added this individual will fill the current contractor's role of the past 12 years. He reported City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 29 of 49 the individual was doing various projects within the APD for the past year. He added the individual would be expanding his current role to work with Public Works as the APD's liaison for facilities and IT infrastructure. Council Member Meeks noted she has worked with the APD before and there has been a liaison with interior knowledge helpful to Public Works. She acknowledged this knowledge comes from being inside the APD and knowing how it functions. In response to Council Member Meeks' inquiries, Chief Armendariz agreed with her point about having a person within APD for this role and added that institutional knowledge is why they are looking at contracting the specific individual. Chief Armendariz apologized for not addressing Council Member Rubalcava's second question earlier but stated the contract alleviates the need to have a sworn officer serve as a liaison allowing for the sworn officer to handle more pressing issues. Council Member Meeks stated it would not need to be a sworn officer in this role but rather an administrative APD member who knows the interior of the department. She stated this skill set can fade quickly as the APD evolves. She relayed her own experiences as the retired Director of Public Works and returning to public service a few years later to many unknown faces. She questioned if the use of a consultant is necessary and also the potential four-year length of the contract. She pondered if an APD administrator could be conditioned to serve this role and stated she would be willing to agree to the contract for a year with the thought of simultaneously searching for a more economical way to provide the role internally. Chief Armendariz agreed. He added he would take this direction into this position as well as Council member Rubalcava's direction from Item No. 15. He clarified it is a one-year contract with the option of adding up to four more years. He added the year would be the APD's window to consider how it is operating and determine if the role can be filled through different means. In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, Chief Armendariz confirmed it is a role needed in perpetuity He cited the evolution of the Real Time Crime Center as another matter where this position is essential. Mayor Aitken agreed someone other than a sworn officer should be filling this role. Council Member Rubalcava noted the Council recently approved a Staffing Study for the APD and added this role should be included in the Study. MOTION: Council Member Rubalcava moved to waive Council Policy 4.1 and approve an agreement with Jeff Hemerson, dba J A Hemerson LLC, in an amount not to exceed $225,000, to coordinate and manage police facility infrastructure projects as directed, coordinate with Anaheim Police Department Information Technology staff on projects within police facilities, and manage and maintain the department's 800 MHz radio systems for a one year term; and authorize the Chief of Police to execute and administer the agreement, seconded by Council Member Meeks. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Kurtz, Diaz, Leon, Rubalcava, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0. Motion carried. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 30 of 49 18. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding, in substantial form, with the County of Orange for AGR-14529 the Cold Weather Emergency Shelter Program to receive $137,500 for the implementation of AGR-14529.0.1 the Cold and Inclement Weather Shelter Program effective February 1 to April 15, 2024; and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all agreements and documents related to the implementation and administration of the program, and further authorize the modification of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Housing and Community Development budget to reflect the use of these funds. DISCUSSION: Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz thanked Director Ruiz-Stepter and the churches for responding to the County's offer. She expressed surprise at recently learning Anaheim is the only Orange County city to accept these funds. She commended Director Ruiz-Stepter on her hard work in finding ways to take care of the homeless in inclement weather. In response to Council Member Faessel's inquiry, City Attorney Fabela stated it is under the Mayor's authority whether or not he can address Magnolia Baptist Church Pastor and APD Chaplain Nathan Zug. Mayor Aitken permitted Council Member Faessel to address Mr. Zug. In response to Council Member Faessel's inquiries, Mr. Zug confirmed non-profit Love Anaheim staff will supplement shelter staffing. He confirmed many of these staff members were once homeless. Council Member Faessel stated this is a wonderful opportunity and lauded how it closes the loop on the staff members' former homelessness. He expressed confidence in Mr. Zug taking care of the project. Council Member Diaz requested reaching out to the County earlier next year to continue the program. He suggested mid -December as a timeframe. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, Director Ruiz-Stepter confirmed Anaheim is the only city in Orange County to step forward and partake in this program. She thanked Love Anaheim for stepping forward and Deputy Director Lozeau for providing the infrastructure to make this possible with the faith community. Council Member Leon echoed Council Member Faessel's sentiments and thanked Love Anaheim for participating in the program. He inquired about services during hot weather and whether options are being evaluated. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, Deputy Director Lozeau reported in hot weather there are usually cooling centers for the homeless within community centers. She added public parks can also have shaded cooling areas. She added staff can also evaluate if there are similar options to this pilot program functioning during periods of hot weather. In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, Deputy Director Lozeau reported staff intends to utilize its current system of care to identify those most in need of this program, including the Community Care Response Team (CCRT). In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiry, Deputy Director Lozeau reported staff has currently identified locations in Districts 1-4 and is also looking for a location on the east side of Anaheim. She added staff is awaiting the Council's approval of the item. She reported the County's Board of Supervisors met earlier today and approved the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU. She City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 31 of 49 added that if approved, staff will be moving quickly with Love Anaheim to confirm commitments and identify possible additional locations. In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiries, Deputy Director Lozeau reported the program would run from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. with a light breakfast at 6:00 a.m. She added there will be options through CCRT for where the individuals could go from there and mentioned public facilities are typically open after 7 a.m. She noted the Salvation Army and other organizations may have shelter beds available for them if so desired after 7:00 a.m. Council Member Rubalcava expressed concerns about creating temporary shelters without the guarantee that there are permanent shelters available. Her concern is that once the temporary shelter closes the individuals will congregate around the faith -based organization and in neighborhoods. Deputy Director Lozeau reported there will be protocols in place to protect the participating properties and surrounding areas. She confirmed that CCRT certifies Anaheim ties before placing anyone into shelters. Director Ruiz-Stepter added City staff received a daily count of available beds and there have been beds available even in times of inclement weather. She noted the City's shelters are often confused with the County's Bridges at Kraemer Place, but added it is her understanding they are also opening up more beds during inclement weather. In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiry, Director Ruiz-Stepter clarified the program is specifically designed with small facilities and without a central location so homeless residents seeking to participate will stay in their current locations without being transported around the City. In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiries, Deputy Director Lozeau reported damage mitigation and unexpected costs have been built into the budget. She added the City's contract will be with Love Anaheim. She reported there will be safety protocols and a safety communication plan working with the APD. Council Member Rubalcava requested clarification about individuals being referred to the temporary shelters instead of the permanent shelters if there is space available. In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiry, Deputy Director Lozeau reported this program is necessary because some people do not want to enter the City's current shelter options. She added having the shelter at more of a community level run by a faith -based organization through Love Anaheim staffers with similar life experiences could help make positive connections. She added this program gives the City more available beds as options during moments when the City's beds fill up also enabling the City to continue enforcement. Director Ruiz-Stepter added this is a pilot program and they do not know yet how fully -utilized these additional options will be. In response to Council Member Meeks' inquiries, Deputy Director Lozeau clarified the homeless have options when it is time to leave at 7:00 a.m. - whether they would prefer to go back to where they were or if they were interested in a City shelter option. She confirmed the churches will not always be available leading to an expectation of regular housing there. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Kurtz moved to approve a Memorandum of Understanding, in substantial form, with the County of Orange for the Cold Weather Emergency Shelter Program to receive $137,500 for the implementation of the Cold and Inclement Weather Shelter Program effective February 1 to April 15, 2024; and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all agreements and documents related to the implementation and administration of the program, and further City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 32 of 49 authorize the modification of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Housing and Community Development budget to reflect the use of these funds, seconded by Council Member Meeks. DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Leon's inquiries, Deputy Director Lozeau reported staff has identified conditions to define inclement weather including being 45 degrees or below. She added it could also be due to gusty winds or rain. She added the criteria are sufficiently broad to allow staff to make the activation decision with ample notice. She added there is an expectation the facilities will be open for at least 21 days over the time period. She reported the activation decision will be made jointly between Love Anaheim and the City. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Kurtz moved to approve a Memorandum of Understanding, in substantial form, with the County of Orange for the Cold Weather Emergency Shelter Program to receive $137,500 for the implementation of the Cold and Inclement Weather Shelter Program effective February 1 to April 15, 2024; and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all agreements and documents related to the implementation and administration of the program, and further authorize the modification of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Housing and Community Development budget to reflect the use of these funds, seconded by Council Member Meeks. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Kurtz, Diaz, Leon, Rubalcava, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0. Motion carried. 21. RESOLUTION NO. 2024-006 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE D154.3 CITY OF ANAHEIM approving a Letter of Understanding between the Anaheim Police Association and the City of Anaheim concerning the rename of classifications represented by the Anaheim Police Association [Bailiff / Police Reserve Level III, Corrections Officer / Police Reserve Level III, Corrections Facility Supervisor / Police Reserve Level III, modification to the June 28, 2019 through July 3, 2025 Memorandum of Understanding effective February 2, 2024]. DISCUSSION: Council Member Meeks expressed her commitment to completing the City's ongoing classification and compensation study so all employees are assessed collectively instead of one - offing positions. She stated her first instinct is to wait until the study is completed. In response to Council Member Meeks' inquiry, Human Resources Director Linda Andal stated the bailiffs are a necessity. Chief Armendariz clarified the City already has this position with the duties currently taking place through existing staff. He added, in reviewing the job descriptions, the individuals were also not identified for their Reserve Level III status. He added the status allows the bailiffs and correctional staff to transport between the City's jail and the County's jail. He added the training is already in place for these positions and this is for job description clarification. He added this will not increase full-time equivalents or impact salaries and benefits. He added the APD cannot recruit for vacancies until the language is delineated. He stated staff is looking for approval for the updated language in the existing job descriptions. Director Andal added the corrections classifications include Correction Facilities Supervisor, Bailiff, and Corrections Officer. She stated APD Reserve Level III is only being added to allow them to have APD officer powers while transporting and added there is no change in compensation. Director Andal reported the study is moving toward the targeted fall deadline. She added Human Resources has had conversations with all departments and their executives along with conferring with the City's labor groups. She added the APD is included in the Study. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 33 of 49 MOTION: Council Member Meeks moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2024-006 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM approving a Letter of Understanding between the Anaheim Police Association and the City of Anaheim concerning the rename of classifications represented by the Anaheim Police Association [Bailiff / Police Reserve Level I II, Corrections Officer / Police Reserve Level III, Corrections Facility Supervisor / Police Reserve Level III, modification to the June 28, 2019 through July 3, 2025 Memorandum of Understanding effective February 2, 2024], seconded by Council Member Rubalcava. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Kurtz, Diaz, Leon, Rubalcava, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0. Motion carried. D154.3 22• RESOLUTION NO. _ 2024-007 _,_..._ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM creating a non -represented non -sworn management classification titled Assistant City Attorney — Ethics Officer, assigning the rate of compensation and amending the Personnel Rules and Policies Covering Non -Represented Full -Time and Part -Time Employees to update Appendix B and repealing Resolution 2023-107 [effective February 2, 2024]. DISCUSSION: In response to Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz's inquiry, City Attorney Fabela agreed public reports could be part of the position's duties. He added it is an evolving position and staff is still figuring out how the position would respond to the Council's intent in creating it through their daily duties. He added the job specifications are more detailed than what is listed in the staff report and the catch-all phrase "other duties as assigned" gives him some flexibility to add responsibilities. He agreed what she described would be within those areas. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiries, City Attorney Fabela confirmed he would make the final hiring decision because the position would report to him. He stated Director Andal would have more recruitment process specifics but he would urge staff to conduct a recruitment similar to higher - level positions in his office, including a State-wide recruitment. He added they have to stay within the State because the position requires a California Bar membership. He noted public entities would have more experience in these areas. He added he would like to hire the person soon but could not commit to a firm timeline. He expressed hopes someone could begin the position within 60-90 days of approval. Council Member Leon echoed Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz's comments about having a public way for the Council and residents alike to get to know the person once selected and their goals for the City in light of the recent scandals. City Attorney Fabela agreed with this direction. Council Member Faessel noted the information on the position looked familiar to the job description he provided City staff of a comparable position from another large regional agency. In response to Council Member Faessel's inquiry, City Attorney Fabela could not recall the specific ethics training he was referring to. He added any specialized ethics training would be an advantage in anyone's candidacy but it is not included as a prerequisite. Council Member Faessel noted the other agency makes it a requirement and they have more experience than Anaheim with this type of position. He added he would look into exactly what this ethics training is. Director Andal noted the job specification in the agenda packet is a draft version as staff expects to receive feedback from Council tonight. She added they can speak to City Attorney Fabela to see if this is something he is interested in including. She theorized Council Member Faessel is referring to a Compliance and Ethics Professional Certificate. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 34 of 49 In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiry, City Attorney Fabela stated someone who is not an attorney could perform the duties but added staff was trying to reflect the direction provided by Council about the requirement. He stated it makes sense to him to have an attorney but agreed it does not have to be mandatory. He noted the position may not always be fully occupied with ethics work and added as a hypothetical if the City is involved in an ethics -related lawsuit the person would need a license to appear in court so making it mandatory gives the City both areas of flexibility. He added it is his preference to have this flexibility by hiring an attorney. Council Member Rubalcava agreed it makes sense to have the position backfill on other legal matters if not fully occupied by ethics -related matters. In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiry, City Attorney Fabela confirmed staff has this flexibility by including it in the job description. Council Member Diaz stated this is his biggest concern, noting the County's comparable position is not busy. He endorsed hiring an attorney for this job so they could also help staff by performing other duties as needed. He added you can never have enough attorneys around. Mayor Aitken agreed there are never enough attorneys around. Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. — 2024-007 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM creating a non -represented non -sworn management classification titled Assistant City Attorney — Ethics Officer, assigning the rate of compensation and amending the Personnel Rules and Policies Covering Non -Represented Full -Time and Part -Time Employees to update Appendix B and repealing Resolution 2023-107 [effective February 2, 2024], seconded by Council Member Leon. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Kurtz moved to approve the item, seconded by Council Member Leon. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Kurtz, Diaz, Leon, Rubalcava, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0. Motion carried. D125 26• Discuss recommendations on near -term improvements and potential next steps made as part of the Brookhurst Corridor Study Report, and provide direction to staff, as necessary [continued from Council meeting of January 9, 2024, Item No. 15]. Director of Economic Development Sergio Ramirez reported on December 12, 2023, that staff and the consulting team from Dudek Services provided the Council with a Workshop presentation after a year -long study of the Brookhurst Corridor and accompanying community engagement effort. He noted it was the first time the Corridor had been analyzed since the early 1990s. The new study completed by Dudek analyzed demographics, current land use, mobility, economics, and the public realm. In addition, efforts included a robust community effort from residents, businesses, property owners, and other stakeholders to understand the community needs and aspirations for the Corridor He reported that at the end of the Workshop, Mayor Aitken requested a discussion for direction on near -term recommendations. Director Ramirez reported the first staff recommendation for near -term implementation is for Little Arabia freeway signs on 1-5 and California State Route 91. He noted the Council took action at the January 9, 2024 meeting, and staff is working with consultants to submit the resolution and required documentation to the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) which must approve the signs. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 35 of 49 Director Ramirez stated the second near -term staff recommendation is for street light banners around the boundaries of Little Arabia. He reported 108 2-foot by 5-foot banners are anticipated for 52 City light poles, helping to brand the newly adopted district and provide demarcation. Director Ramirez reported the next near -term staff recommendation is an Economic Development staff meeting with Little Arabia stakeholders to discuss the possibility of creating a Business Improvement District (BID). He added the community would also have to determine if either a merchant -based district or property -based district would be appropriate while staff would engage a consulting firm specializing in the formation of BIDs and provide the information to stakeholders. He noted the scopes and services would be based on the community's desire and noted a vote of 51 % of business owners and property owners would be required to create the BID. Director Ramirez echoed Mayor Aitken's update earlier in the meeting during Council Communications about the department being awarded a $10,000 grant from the United States Conference of Mayors to help fund a program by the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to provide business development education to Little Arabia's small businesses in both English and Arabic. He noted participating businesses would have the opportunity to have a booth at the newly established Little Arabia night market. Director Ramirez added the Economic Development Department's budget can cover all of the above recommendations but additional items would require study and allocations. DISCUSSION: Mayor Aitken stated they often gather community feedback to create reports like this which are then not implemented. She suggested creating an Ad -Hoc Committee including herself and the District 2 Council Member to develop a clear priority list. She mentioned including different Commissions and departments for specific improvements including the Cultural and Heritage Commission for signage and the Public Works Department to address pedestrian concerns. She noted some of them are longer -term suggestions while others are shorter implementations like Caltrans signage and street light banners. She called to delineate the full recommendation list with notations for the responsible party, estimated delivery date, and costs, creating a sense of accountability. Mayor Aitken noted creating a BID is a longer -term item but added there may be creative ways to meet some of a BID's goals, such as working with the Arab American Civic Council to create an Arab - American Chamber of Commerce or similar vehicle. Director Ramirez stated these are all great points and added he would work with the City Manager's Office based on the Council's feedback to determine the fiscal and timely feasibility of implementation of recommended items working in collaboration with other departments. Mayor Aitken restated her interest in creating an Ad -Hoc Committee at this meeting, including herself, the District 2 Council Member, and another interested Council Member, so the Council can be part of the journey going forward. Council Member Diaz agreed with Mayor Aitken's idea to have Council Member Leon serve with her on the Committee. He stated the median along Brookhurst Street and landscaping improvements are things they can look at immediately. He recommended having signs within the City directing people to Little Arabia along with the two freeway signs. He stated food festivals and murals are both easy for the City to implement. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 36 of 49 Council Member Diaz stated reducing traffic lanes on Brookhurst Street is a bad idea, limiting mobility beyond the City's boundaries along Brookhurst Street by creating a bottleneck. He added this will force cars to avoid the Little Arabia stretch of Brookhurst Street and instead route through neighborhoods, reducing the residential quality of life. He added traffic will not help attract visitors to the area. In response to Council Member Diaz's inquiry, Director of Public Works Rudy Emami reported it would be difficult to reduce the number of lanes because Brookhurst Street is a primary arterial street carrying regional traffic. He added this would also require additional analysis to learn where the traffic would go instead along with coordination with OCTA. He agreed there would be significant impacts on Gilbert Street and other residential streets. He noted the study did find a lot of safety concerns on Brookhurst Street and added staff is committed to addressing the safety concerns. He noted this could be methods of reducing vehicular speeds and improving crosswalk timing to enhance pedestrian and bicycle safety. Mayor Aitken stated she would like to build roads where people slowly enjoy being in Anaheim instead of quickly driving through Anaheim. She added this is exactly why their discussion is important because she is more focused on the beautification of medians and making it safer for residents to cross the street. Council Member Meeks stated Director Emami was being kind and diplomatic. She stated none of the surveyed business owners wanted to reduce traffic in front of their businesses. She added being on highly trafficked Brookhurst Street is what makes many of the businesses so valuable. She stated all of the driveways along Brookhurst Street make a bicycle path challenging. She stated at this point they need to look at the feasibility of some of the ideas in the study at any point. She stated there are ways they can make the district safer for pedestrians and beautify it without reducing the number of lanes on Brookhurst Street including increasing the crossing time. Council Member Meeks endorsed creating an Ad -Hoc Committee to help refine the Council's vision for the Brookhurst Corridor. She noted the study looked at more than just Little Arabia, including potential opportunities to partner with other cultural areas along Brookhurst Street. Council Member Leon thanked Mayor Aitken for continuing this item from the last meeting which he was not able to attend and expressed his appreciation for his colleagues' and other elected officials' support of the freeway signs. He stated he would support creating an Ad -Hoc Committee so the focus on the Corridor continues following the release of the Study. He commended Economic Development and Dudek for identifying low -hanging fruit that can be quickly implemented to get the project going. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, Director Emami concurred crosswalk timing mechanisms can be adjusted quickly. He added they can install crosswalk lights with countdown timers as seen elsewhere in the City. He noted Brookhurst Street was added to the sidewalk improvement project approved in Item No. 12 as staff places additional emphasis on the Corridor. He endorsed the idea of an Ad -Hoc Committee, citing as an example worth discussing some of the varying opinions on median landscaping between residents who invariably love it and businesses who often worry too much landscaping will block the view of their storefronts. Council Member Leon expressed strong concerns for pedestrian safety, noting there is also a senior citizens' home along the Corridor. He stated additional crosswalks or street crossing points would be beneficial if feasible in the short term. He noted the City of Buena Park had Koreatown signage on street lights within weeks of its designation. He expressed hopes for what an Ad -Hoc Committee's work could help develop for West Anaheim. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 37 of 49 Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz volunteered to serve on the Ad -Hoc Committee. She added the work on Brookhurst Street could help inspire a future transition on State College Boulevard. She stated she is concerned about diverting traffic into neighborhoods. In response to Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz's inquiry, Director Ramirez reported the Little Arabia stakeholder group has created a logo and requested staff utilize it. He added staff will work with Chief Communications Officer Mike Lyster and a consultant on incorporating the Little Arabia logo with the City's branding. Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz stated that even completing the low -hanging fruit items will excite the community and keep the transformation process moving. She endorsed coordinating meetings with the area businesses and added the outreach could start immediately to gather continued input as the process develops. In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiries, Director Ramirez stated the BID would be a non-profit comprised of business holders or property owners self -assessing fees for additional services improving the area. He advised that staff could engage with a consulting firm specializing in the formation of BIDs if the community desires to help with potential facilitation but noted the City could neither force nor deter the formation of a BID. He stated a BID has been identified as a recommendation and it would be at the City Council's discretion if staff could spend the money to help the community start one. Council Member Rubalcava endorsed having an Ad -Hoc Committee including Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz. She recommended having the Committee investigate the viability of a BID as a possible long-term funding solution. Council Member Leon requested that City Manager Vanderpool get an update from Chief Armendariz on the addition of overt security cameras along the Corridor. In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, City Attorney Fabela confirmed that Ad -Hoc Committees have to be comprised of less than a majority of the Council and must have an expiration date to report to the Council. He added it could be formed either informally or by formal action. Mayor Aitken stated she would be happy to have Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz's advice and counsel on the Committee. Direction provided to staff, Creation of an Ad -Hoc Committee to include Mayor Aitken, Mayor Pro Tem Kurtz, and Council Member Leon. D112 27. Discuss and provide direction to staff to implement any changes to the City's Campaign Reform Law. City Attorney Fabela reported at the November 28, 2023, Council meeting that the City's current Campaign Reform Law was outlined and potential modifications were discussed. He reported consultant Craig Steele, Shareholder at Richards, Watson & Gershon Law Firm has made a detailed analysis and added the City Clerk's Office looked at information posting practices. City Attorney Fabela reported restrictions on independent expenditures are unconstitutional due to the United States Supreme Court's ruling in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission (FEC). He added recusal requirements locally extending the Levine Act to independent expenditures are possible but legally untested and could have unintended consequences. He noted a rule extending City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 38 of 49 the Levine Act could potentially burden the First Amendment and associated rights of the funders and officeholder's constituents. City Attorney Fabela reported a $100,000 limit on personal campaign loans similar to the State's restrictions is an option but would be subject to legal challenges. He added setting time restrictions or repayment limits for retiring campaign debt is an option. He noted similar proposals were considered by the Council in June of 2022 but not passed. He noted, in addition, the State recently imposed a $100,000 limit on personal loans to campaigns. He added the law would not apply to Anaheim because of the City's campaign contribution limits. City Attorney Fabela reported the City can require more frequent independent expenditure reporting and lower the funding threshold for Political Action Committees (PAC) to disclose major funders so long as they are consistent with the Political Reform Act and the Council makes sufficient findings justifying the new time period and monetary thresholds. City Clerk Bass reported that on November 28, 2023, staff received direction from the Council about public disclosure of independent expenditure communications. She noted the City of Los Angeles does require this public disclosure after certain thresholds are met. She added Los Angeles uses independent expenditure thresholds of a sum of $1,000 or more, expenditures of $100 or more, is a committee with a communication to 200 or more people, or of $100 or more, is not a committee, but with a communication distribution of 1,000 or more. She added Los Angeles states the communication, or script if a telephone call or similar communication, or audio or video recording needs to be filed with the City within five business days of making the expenditure and will be posted on the City's website. She added Los Angeles requires all candidates to be notified within one business day if the filed independent expenditure communication supports or opposes a candidate. DISCUSSION: In response to Mayor Aitken, City Clerk Bass stated Orange County does not have regulations on posting public disclosures. In response to Council Member Faessel, City Clerk Bass confirmed the City of Los Angeles' policy requires a copy of the actual communication within five business days of the committee incurring the expenditure. She added the policy also states that all candidates are notified within one business day of receiving the communication. Council Member Faessel stated that, as a candidate, sometimes he does not know what is being sent out on his behalf until it arrives in the mail. He stated the City would have the communication days before residents and added he is uncomfortable with this. City Clerk Bass clarified the Los Angeles policy calls for a copy to be provided to the City within five business days of the person or PAC incurring the communication expenditure. She added a copy of the printed communication would be added to the City's website or a copy of the recording if it is a recorded message. She clarified Los Angeles would notify all candidates in a race within one business day of the City receiving the notification. In response to Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz's inquiries, City Clerk Bass clarified the City of Los Angeles would be notified within five business days of when the expenditure for the communication is paid for. She clarified the Los Angeles code reads within five business days of incurring the expenditure. Mr. Steele added they were asked to report on the City of Los Angeles' policy. He added the hypothetical example provided involving a communication being sent a month after it has been paid for has not been litigated. He added the City would have no legal ability to stop the communication even if it was known to be false. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 39 of 49 In response to Council Member Meeks' inquiry, Mr. Steele stated if the Council wishes to adopt something similar to Los Angeles' policy they would have to carefully define when the expense is incurred so the law is enforceable. In response to Council Member Meeks' inquiry, City Clerk Bass reported the Los Angeles policy does not specifically define communication by campaign surrogates walking the street but only physical files, audio recordings, or video recordings. Council Member Meeks stated the Los Angeles website creates the interesting concept of a one -stop shop for all of the conflicting information on a candidate. Council Member Diaz stated the candidate cannot control independent expenditures or coordinate with the donors or PACs. He added he still does not know who provided independent expenditures on his behalf as a candidate. He stated it is strange to have a conversation over something they have no control over. Council Member Diaz stated he would approve of the $100,000 limit but not with limiting the repayment timeline. He advised that shortening the timeline only helps the wealthy and not working- class candidates with fewer connections and personal income. He questioned why Anaheim would want to follow any model set by Los Angeles because it is not working. He advised that the State of California already did campaign reform for Anaheim by expanding the Levine Act to cities. Mayor Aitken noted they are legally limited in restricting what they can control around independent expenditures in terms of contribution limits and recusal requirements for elected officials. She noted that Anaheim does not want to become the test case in a costly legal battle the City is unlikely to win. In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, Mr. Steele reported he is unaware of any municipalities currently talking about independent expenditures. He added he will keep the City up-to-date, especially as the November elections grow near. He added he is aware of cities imposing contribution limits to make Levine Act compliance easier. Mayor Aitken stated she would have no problem with capping personal campaign loans at $100,000. She pondered if they should set a limit on the length of a campaign only allowing for a candidate committee's formation a set period of time ahead of an election to start raising funds. She added limiting the lifespan of a campaign committee will also prevent keeping them open in perpetuity under the guise of debt repayment. She stated she would be open to discussing what is a realistic timeline to start a campaign so candidates are not compelled to start running for reelection as soon as they are elected. Mayor Aitken explained that her impression of Orange County's regulations is all campaign communications have to be uploaded, including scripts for paid walkers, when they go into effect. She explained the definition would have to be exact. In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiries, City Clerk Bass confirmed the Los Angeles policy only applies to independent expenditures and not candidate -funded communications. She confirmed it applies to individuals and committees. Mayor Aitken expressed her support for making the City's website a hub for people to know what is circulating. She noted, that in addition to not knowing who independent expenditure donors are, you also may not know as a candidate where their communications are going leaving you unaware of City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 40 of 49 their content. She endorsed the City having a role as a central hub for these communications to help the public. She added solving the funding matter is a separate question. Council Member Leon stated he would be interested in seeing how they can update their fundraising timeline before and after an election, noting this was discussed by the previous Council. He expressed support for limits on debt reduction and called for additional disclosures. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, City Clerk Bass confirmed within 90 days of an election an independent expeditor has 24 hours to disclose planned expenditures. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, Mr. Steele confirmed the City could expand the 90- day timeframe assuming it reflects a reasonable relationship to an identifiable problem the City is trying to solve. He added a city can adopt additional restrictions above State law as long as it does not prevent someone from complying with State law. He added going above 90 days would be permissible as long as nothing else is added. He noted sometimes a statewide committee will do an expenditure in a local race and the entity may file in a different county making it harder for a City to track late expenditure reports. He added one piece of such a policy would require Anaheim election expenditures to be filed in Anaheim in addition to other jurisdictions. Council Member Leon stated he would like staff to look into this more. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, Mr. Steele stated possible unintended consequences of recusal requirements are included in the memo. He states as a general philosophy it is not a good idea to write a law where one person's ability to comply with a law is triggered by someone else complying with the law. He added the Council Member would only know they had to recuse from a vote if the independent expenditure committee filed the appropriate reports at the appropriate times and provided the Council Member with enough information. He stated he would be concerned about exposing Council Members to legal violations when their compliance is dependent on someone else doing something first. He added he could also foresee a situation where an outside interest may not want a Council Member to vote on something and could spend $1,000 to require their recusal through an act of mischief. He acknowledged the concept sounds good but there could be problems. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, City Clerk Bass confirmed staff could look into adding applicable government codes to meeting agendas. Council Member Meeks stated she does not want to create regulations for problems that do not exist and added people are not sending out mailers for Anaheim elections more than 90 days ahead of Election Day unlike with State and Presidential campaigns. She stated with the Levine Act's limits on contributions people may need more time for fundraising than 18 months ahead of an election if they are not independently wealthy. She expressed concerns that posting independent expenditures on a public website gives them more presence and exposure than they deserve as an unintended consequence. Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz noted she has never had to run a Council campaign before. She added a mail house may not give an exact date of when the communication will go out but rather just a range of when the mailer will be sent. She stated a website will let individuals look into the mail of others because the candidates do not know who is receiving the fliers. She added it still will not provide any more information on who paid for the mailer than the current requirements. She pondered how a statewide campaign would know Anaheim's reporting process. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 41 of 49 In response to Council Member Faessel's inquiries, City Clerk Bass clarified Council Member Leon's request is to have the applicability of the Levine Act added to the posted agenda and not merely contained in an item's staff report. She confirmed this would add to the conflict of interest statement that is sent to Council Members visible on the agenda. Council Member Faessel expressed his agreement with the alterations to the agenda format. He stated he would not support anything where the City is aware of an independent expenditure before the candidate is involved. He noted this will not apply to him because he is termed out. He stated he agrees with everything Mayor Aitken has said during this discussion but stated that the 24 or 48 hours notice is too early. In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, Council Member Faessel clarified he had no idea what was mailed on his behalf until they arrived in his mailbox. He noted it would be illegal for the sender to tell him it was coming and added it is troubling the City Clerk would know it is coming before any resident, let alone the actual candidate. Mayor Aitken noted the County's 24-hour notice policy is received by the candidate ahead of the communication. She clarified she was asking for clarification because Council Member Faessel's issue would remain if he was speaking as a resident and not a candidate. In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiries, Mr. Steele was unsure if any municipalities limit how many campaigns an individual can have open at the same time for a combination of state or federal and local elections but added a number of municipalities limit how many campaign accounts a candidate can concurrently have open for city elections. He clarified the municipal restrictions he is aware of limit how many committees a candidate can control for elections within the municipality be they individually controlled or in the form of an issue committee where the candidate is a member. Mayor Aitken added it has been a historical problem with candidates running multiple committees simultaneously and also possibly retiring debt between them through what can be interpreted as influence peddling. Mr. Steele stated a Council Member in another city asked a similar question under the premise of how the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives may raise money for both themselves and also to support other candidates. He reported the Levine Act still applies to this fundraising, and they can only receive a total of $250 from any donor regardless of how many accounts they operate. Mayor Aitken agreed with the 90-day window because Anaheim elections do not heat up more than three months in advance. She expressed support of a 24-hour notice to the candidates once a communication is uploaded. She stated if someone is involved in Anaheim's politics, they should be uploading financial reports to the City for the convenience of interested residents. She added making information accessible about who is funding campaigns easier to obtain is the least the Council can do for concerned residents. She added her concern is not for paid political operatives who should know the local regulations where they are operating even if it is a state or national level organization. She expressed her support for limiting campaigns to 18 months, noting they do not take off more than a year ahead of time. She also called for a limit on the timeframe for candidates to retire their personal debt, adding candidates are responsible if they do not manage their campaign funds efficiently. She stated these changes will help transparency. Council Member Rubalcava questioned what problem is being solved. She added the state has imposed strong restrictions on fundraising and reporting through the Levine Act. She agreed with the campaign loan limits and added the Council should consider implementing the State's limit locally. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 42 of 49 She agreed with Council Member Diaz's comments about debt repayment timelines disproportionally hurting less -wealthy candidates. She noted there are no contribution or term limits on Anaheim school board races. She added the Council should remain cautious over limitations that could hurt candidates who do not have large financial funding but want to run for office. She added this could potentially trigger independent expenditures to get involved. Council Member Rubalcava stated the one element of this item she can support is limiting personal loans as a mechanism to help level the playing field and not exclude people who do not have a lot of personal capital to fund their campaign. Council Member Leon agreed with Council Member Rubalcava's comments about how the Levine Act will bring more independent expenditures into the City because candidates can only take direct donations up to $250. He added that this item is about increasing transparency and having a structure in place so residents can easily understand what expenditures are happening. He noted this discussion keeps occurring because of the actions of the previous Mayor. He stated they need to show the residents the Council is trying to increase transparency and care about it. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, City Clerk Bass confirmed Form 496 is what an independent expenditure maker would file with the City. She confirmed they have 24 hours to file the form if it is within 90 days of Election Day or on Election Day. Council Member Leon requested a method of making these forms more accessible to the public, lamenting his own challenging experiences searching for information during the last election. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, City Clerk Bass confirmed the Planning Commission does disclose ex-parte communications. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, Mr. Steele stated a mandatory disclosure if an applicant or potential contractor donated to a candidate's campaign independently falls along the same line as the recusal requirement. He added he cannot confirm if it is clearly constitutional and would most likely fall along the lines of the Levine Act. Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz stated limiting the time it takes to raise money is a bad idea because it is so difficult when you can only receive $250 at a time. She noted this would be something set for all future candidates and would hamper blue-collar workers. In response to Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz's inquiry, City Clerk Bass reported a Form 496 requires an individual expenditure to report how much was spent on each candidate if it sends communication supporting multiple candidates. At 10:47 p.m., Council Member Diaz left the meeting. In response to Council Member Meeks' inquiry, City Clerk Bass stated she would have to review Form 496 to confirm how the expenses are broken down for the individual candidate. She added she may not know what the literature is sent to support multiple candidates. Mr. Steele added the form would require them to identify everyone supported or opposed on the communication vehicle but not breakdown what portion of the total expense is spent on each candidate. He added that the accounting is different if a candidate is paying to be included in a slate mailer. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 43 of 49 In response to Council Member Meeks' inquiry, Mr. Steele clarified if a committee is operating in multiple counties is where it becomes difficult to track the expenditures due to a flaw in the system unless there was a local requirement to file in Anaheim. In response to Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz's inquiry, Mr. Steele stated the cost of a three -candidate group mailer could be divided by three or by where it was sent and to how many voters. He acknowledged it is not a perfect system. Mayor Aitken stated you would assess the cost of the mailer in this example by population, noting an Assembly district is larger than a Council district. City Clerk Bass read from Form 496 noting its instructions are to list one candidate and to use a separate form for each candidate or ballot measure. Council Member Rubalcava stated the City's previous Mayor was corrupt for making illegal requests for expenditure dollars. She theorized he would not have reported the independent expenditure even if it had happened. She stated she feels uncomfortable recusing herself from an independent expenditure she did not participate in. She noted she had independent expenditures both for and against her in the election and they need to be mindful of the problem they are trying to solve. She noted she has seen literature calling her corrupt outside of the mechanisms being discussed tonight. In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiry, City Clerk Bass confirmed the City's website already has a link to the California Secretary of State's Form 496 website. She agreed it could be more clearly identified. Council Member Rubalcava recounted her campaigning process during her election. She emphasized her concerns about the City getting involved with independent expenditure reporting. In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiries, City Clerk Bass clarified a committee must be opened with the Secretary of State with a Form 410. She confirmed the City's files are on the Anaheim website but the committee must first register with the Secretary of State before its filings are made applicable to local jurisdictions. Mayor Aitken stated independent expenditure limits and recusal requirements are off the table but added she requests updates if State laws change. She added their discussions focus on the $100,000 limit on repayment loans, the 90-day and 24-hour reporting requirements via Orange County, and whether to limit the fundraising and debt retiring windows. Council Member Leon clarified his last comments were about disclosures and not recusals. He called for making information easy and accessible to the public without having too many links jumping between multiple websites. Mayor Aitken stated there seems to be the most support for a personal loan limit. MOTION: Mayor Aitken moved to limit personal campaign loans to $100,000, seconded by Council Member Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 6 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Kurtz, Leon, Rubalcava, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0; ABSENT — 1 (Council Member Diaz). Motion carried. Mayor Aitken noted they already have the requirement to report independent expenditures within 24 hours, noting the added requirement would be independent expenditures notifying the City of the communication's content so residents can see what is being sent. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 44 of 49 In response to Council Member Faessel's inquiries, Mayor Aitken clarified this would be from the media's date of dissemination. She agreed the concept of using the date of the expense seems too fluid. She stated the only addition she would make to what Orange County already does is uploading the media or script. In response to Council Member Meeks' inquiry, Mayor Aitken stated the City would notify the candidates when the communication vehicle is received. She added this happens regularly in County elections providing everyone with the same information about what is going out and to whom. Council Member Meeks reported she has never looked at this but acknowledged it is an interesting concept. She added she does not want to give more credence to independent expenditures than they may deserve and expressed concerns if posted to the City's website some may take the message as being factual information the City is promoting. Mayor Aitken explained that just because it is posted to the City's website does not mean that they cannot use their social media outlets to draw attention to the communications. She stated it would just be available for interested parties to view and they should make access easier for those interested parties. She echoed Council Member Leon's comments about the City's complimentary ticket policy and how they do not make things easily accessible even if they are available on the City's website. She added this will help prevent them from being accused of not providing information that is in fact available albeit hard to find. In response to Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz's inquiry, Mayor Aitken clarified she would like to come back with language about this concept and not vote tonight. City Attorney Fabela stated staff's intent is to have an ordinance prepared when they next bring this subject to the Council and they would like specific direction on what it should include. He added they can always decide they do not want portions of the ordinance to go forward when it is presented. Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz stated they do not have answers to questions the Council has asked and questioned how an ordinance can be put together without all of the relevant information. City Attorney Fabela noted the Council can also have another informational discussion to present more information for discussion. Mayor Aitken noted if a draft ordinance is changed substantially, the Council must present the revised ordinance for another first reading. City Attorney Fabela added they could have a second first reading if the Council acted as such. Mayor Aitken stated they could decide to align with the County rules with the addition of uploading the files they could bring it back for another first reading if the Council is uncomfortable with the provision. Council Member Rubalcava stated she is uncomfortable giving more power to the independent expenditures by posting them on the City's website where it lives forever. She added, for example, someone in the future could always Google search her name and all sorts of information could come up, empowering the messaging of the independent expenditures. She stated she would not support this and added it does not help solve any of the City's past transparency problems. Mayor Aitken stated they should make basic decisions in the name of moving the matter forward and remove independent expenditures from the draft ordinance if there is not a consensus. She City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 45 of 49 encouraged methods of having information in the public realm. She added it would hold independent expenditures accountable for their messaging. Council Member Rubalcava stated they should take the items being discussed separately and call for the questions on each to give the City's staff proper direction on the ordinance. MOTION: Mayor Aitken moved to require independent expenditures to file a copy of independent expenditure communication within 24 hours of distribution and communication to be posted to the City's website, seconded by Council Member Leon. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 3 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Leon and Faessel); NOES — 3 (Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz and Council Members Rubalcava and Meeks); ABSENT — 1 (Council Member Diaz). Motion failed. City Clerk Bass noted since the vote was a tie and with the absence of Council Member Diaz, the motion could come back once he returns. Mayor Aitken stated this allows time for the Council to obtain more information. In response to Mayor Aitken's request for a draft ordinance, City Attorney Fabela stated staff will do whatever the Council directs. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiries, City Attorney Fabela acknowledged it is not efficient, but they can pass ordinances in increments in addition to approving a full package at one time. He added they expected more direction from the Council but were not counting on Council Member Diaz's absence. He confirmed they can move to adopt the County's policies and discuss the website posting during the first reading. MOTION: Council Member Leon moved to require Independent Expenditures to file a copy of independent expenditure communication within 24 hours of distribution, seconded by Mayor Aitken. DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiry, Council Member Leon confirmed the motion will exclude the media uploading component. Council Member Rubalcava stated she could support this motion. MOTION: Council Member Leon moved to require Independent Expenditures to file a copy of independent expenditure communication within 24 hours of distribution, seconded by Mayor Aitken. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 6 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Kurtz, Leon, Rubalcava. Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0; ABSENT — 1 (Council Member Diaz). Motion carried Mayor Aitken reported the last proposal is for debt reduction time limits and time restrictions for campaigning. In response to Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz's inquiries, City Clerk Bass clarified a candidate can have a controlled committee for one office. She added if a candidate is running for election in 2024 and 2028 those are considered separate controlled committees. She confirmed a previous committee might still be concurrently operating with a focus on paying off the past campaign's debts. Mayor Aitken pondered if they need to address that topic because once a candidate has had sufficient time to clean up debts from the past campaign there is no need to still have the committee open. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 46 of 49 In response to Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz's inquiry, City Attorney Fabela clarified that the $250 candidates can receive annually from an individual donor is not per committee but per candidate regardless of how many committees it goes to. Mr. Steele added it is over a 12-month span. He added theoretically someone could contribute $125 to each committee within a year. In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, City Attorney Fabela confirmed someone, who does not have any upcoming proposals to the City, could give $2,500 to each committee. City Clerk Bass added it would be dependent on the remaining contribution limits for the election cycle. City Attorney Fabela added the Levine Act does not prohibit donations over $250, only stipulating if the individual appears before the Council the elected official must recuse themselves. Mayor Aitken stated this strengthens her point about debt retirement because of how open it is to gamesmanship through double-dipping so long as someone does not have business before the City in 12 months but you could do it twice if your project was not coming forward for two years' time. In response to Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz's inquiry, City Clerk Bass clarified the permissible sum is an aggregate for each campaign so if a controlled committee has hit its contribution limit to a candidate 2024 committee they are still able to donate to the same limit to their 2028 committee even if they overlap in the same 12-month period. Council Member Rubalcava stated candidates could not spend leftover money from a former campaign cycle on a current or future one. She added she would like to put a limit on personal loans. City Attorney Fabela confirmed they have already approved personal loan limits. Council Member Rubalcava stated she is unsure what problem time limits solve. Mayor Aitken added she is flexible on the timeframe but supports limiting either the number of committees or the debt reduction timeframe. She noted many candidates in the past cycle had multiple campaign committees open to skirt regulations. She endorsed a six-month limit for debt retirement. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, Mayor Aitken confirmed her intent is to ensure a candidate is not simultaneously fundraising for two different committees. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiries, Mr. Steele reported he has written two such ordinances for other jurisdictions each with a period of 12 months from Election Day. He confirmed neither ordinance has been challenged in court. MOTION: Council Member Leon moved to set a 12-month debt reduction time limit, seconded by Mayor Aitken. DISCUSSION: In response to City Attorney Fabela's inquiry, Council Member Leon clarified his motion is for a debt reduction time limit. In response to Council Member Meeks' inquiry, Mr. Steele reported both ordinances he wrote were prior to the Levine Act. Council Member Meeks lamented how hard it is to raise money for a campaign, particularly if you are not wealthy. She noted if a candidate is retiring debt from a losing campaign, they can collect more than $250 because they are not voting on anything they would have to recuse themselves from. She questioned if this is a problem for losing candidates to be collecting debt repayment money. She City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 47 of 49 stated her intention is for residents of all income levels to have an opportunity to be a Council Member. Mayor Aitken agreed a losing candidate with campaign debt is in the worst situation to retire the debt. She added the concern is a winning candidate with a well -managed campaign should be able to pay off their debt within 12 months, noting if they could not the elected official may owe favors to people all over the City which is a problem, they need a solution for. She added the need for debt repayment and having two active committees can lead to the potential for $2,500 double-dipping from a donor. Council Member Meeks noted this could only be done by people who do not have business in front of the Council. Mayor Aitken theorized the donor could have a project coming to the Council in two years after the recusal clause has expired. Council Member Meeks stated she had no campaign debt and is trying to figure out what problem they are trying to solve. She added it does not impact her personally but wants to ensure down the road everyone has an opportunity to campaign to represent their neighborhoods. Council Member Faessel agreed with 12 months. He noted a losing candidate could be severely impacted. He added former Council Members, after they leave office, can have substantial campaign debt and it is hard to find contributors because there is little reason for anyone to write them a check. He added if a person in this position cannot get it paid off in a year, they may not get it paid off in five years. He stated if they had to pick a number then 12 months is agreeable to him. Council Member Leon echoed his colleague's comments on it being the candidate's decision on how much debt they incur. In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, Mr. Steele did not foresee any potential Levine Act conflicts with this restriction. Council Member Leon echoed Council Member Faessel's comments about how hard it is to get campaign contributors if not elected which highlights the importance of having systems in place because it is behavior by sitting elected officials they are trying to curtail while also being transparent. Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz suggested instead of a fixed debt reduction period a candidate can only have one committee open at a time. Council Member Rubalcava added this debt reduction period gets to closing the past committee. She noted transferring excess funds from a past committee to a new one conflicts with donors and can trigger the Levine Act. She stated if they are going to go down this road, they should do it right and say the previous committee has to be closed. She added there are recurring monthly administrative expenses with an open committee so it is to the candidate's benefit to close it. She stated she could support an 18-month sunset window on the current committee. Mayor Aitken noted they have a motion and a second on the 12-month debt reduction time limit. She added it is the same outcome for a candidate to have to close their committee in 18 months. Council Member Rubalcava stated they are not the same thing. She added they only talked about reaching debt reduction in 12 months and not closing the committee. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 48 of 49 Council Member Rubalcava proposed an amendment to the motion to have the committee close within 18 months. She added closing the committee includes an inherent assumption the debt is paid off. City Attorney Fabela stated one way an elected official can participate in items where they would otherwise have to recuse themselves under the Levine Act is to return the portion of a contribution exceeding $250 and this is difficult if the candidate has closed their committee. He added this could be an unintended consequence of the requested motion amendment. In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiry, City Attorney Fabela clarified he is not making a recommendation on the proposed timeline but rather identifying a problem and giving a data point to consider. Council Member Leon stated he is still supportive of the 12-month time period. In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, City Attorney Fabella confirmed the Levine Act is 12 months both backward and forward where you cannot collect anything from the donor. Mayor Aitken stated during the 12-month window a candidate should only be paying their previous campaign's bills and not fundraising ahead of their next one in perpetuity. She added that 12 months is a reasonable timeframe to sunset some of the gamesmanship potential. In response to City Attorney Fabela's inquiry, Mayor Aitken confirmed the motion is to add to a future ordinance a debt reduction time limit of 12 months. In response to Council Member Rubalcava's inquiry, City Attorney Fabela confirmed the motion is only for a debt reduction time limit and not one on closing a committee. MOTION: Council Member Leon moved to set a 12-month debt reduction time limit, seconded by Mayor Aitken. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 6 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Kurtz, Leon, Rubalcava, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0; ABSENT — 1 (Council Member Diaz). Motion carried. PUBLIC HEARING: 28. Request by Project Applicants to continue the public hearing to the City Council AGR-1463 meeting of March 26, 2024. DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO.99-01 PREVIOUSLY APPROVED POINTE ANAHEIM INITIAL STUDY MITIGATED DECLARATION, AND ADDENDA PROJECT LOCATION: The property is located at 321 West Katella Avenue and 300, 400, and 500 West Disney Way between Disney Way and Katella Avenue, approximately 700 feet east of Harbor Boulevard. REQUEST: Pursuant to Resolution No. 82R-565, governing the consideration of development agreements, the City Council will consider establishing a time schedule for GardenWalk Hotel I, LLC, GardenWalk Hotel ll, LLC, and Westgate Resorts Anaheim, LLC to comply with the terms and conditions of Development Agreement No. 99-01. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The City Council will consider whether to find and determine that the previously approved Pointe Anaheim Initial Study and Mitigated Declaration and Addenda, serve as the appropriate environmental documentation for the request. City Council Minutes of January 23, 2024 Page 49 of 49 MOTION: Council Member Faessel moved to continue the public hearing to the City Council meeting of March 26, 2024, seconded by Council Member Leon. In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, City Clerk Bass clarified that because the public hearing is being continued, public comment would not be opened until March 26tn MOTION: Council Member Faessel moved to continue the public hearing to the City Council meeting of March 26, 2024, seconded by Council Member Leon. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 6 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Kurtz, Leon, Rubalcava, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0; ABSENT — 1 (Council Member Diaz). Motion carried. REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS: None PUBLIC COMMENTS (non -agenda items): None COUNCIL AGENDA SETTING: Mayor Pro Tern Kurtz requested to agendize a discussion on the ongoing funding of the Anaheim Housing Trust with ATID funds. Council Member Rubalcava requested recognition for K & A Cafe for the 15th Annual Community Brunch that they held. Council Member Meeks requested information on what other cities do regarding signage on the public right of way during campaigns. Mayor Aitken echoed Council Member Meeks' request to educate the public on signage. Council Member Leon requested information on short-term rentals including the approval process and resources available to residents in the surrounding area. ADJOURNMENT: At 11:38 p.m., with no further business before the City Council, Mayor Aitken adjourned the City Council in memory of Bill McFeggan and Eduard Antonio Chan. Res a fully submitted, he esa Bass, CMC City Clerk Susana Barrios From: Sabrina Demayo Lockhart<sabrina.lockhartPcapalinl<.org> Date: January 17, 2024 at 2:39:52 PM PST To: Ashleigh Aitken <AAitken@anaheim.net>, Jennifer Diaz <JDiaz@anaheim.net>, "Carlos A. Leon" <CLeon@anaheim.net>, Natalie Rubalcava <NRuba1cavaCa0anaheim.net>, "Norma C. Kurtz" <NKurtz _ anaheim.net>, Stephen Faessel <SFaesset(@anaheim.net>, Natalie Meeks <NMeeks@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Letter of Support for Disneyland Forward Project Some people who received this message don't often get email from sabrina.Iockhart@capalink.org. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Dear Honorable Mayor and City Council Members: Please see the attached letter in support of certifyingthe Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approvingthe Disneyland Forward Project. Thankyou foryour consideration. Sabrina Demayo Lockhart Executive Director Phone: 916-706-2939 Email: sabrina.lockhart@capalink.ora 1 127 11 rh Street, Suite 214 Sacramento, CA 95814 www.CAPAlink.ora iA Arr,� �$ 0 s A 'A 1127 L Street, Suite 214 I Sacramento, CA 95814 9 ASSa�� January 17, 2024 The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon. Councilmembers City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 Sent via email (916) 706-2939 1 www.capolink.org RE: DisneylandForward Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report Dear Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: The California Attractions and Parks Association (CAPA) represents California theme parks, water parks, family entertainment centers, as well as businesses that provide services and equipment to the entertainment experiences industry. Our members include world-renowned destinations and multi - generational, family -owned businesses. Many of our members live and work within Orange County. I'm writing to express CAPA's support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. The Disneyland Forward will mitigate most impacts to less than significant levels. The significant and unavoidable air quality, greenhouse gas emissions and construction noise impacts are typical of a project of this size and in this location. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. For any additional questions or concerns, please contact me at (916) 706-2939. Sincerely, Sabrina Demayo Lockhart Executive Director, California Attractions and Parks Association Susana Barrios From: Sent: To: Subject: Attachments: Begin forwarded message: Theresa Bass Monday, January 22, 2024 7:09 PM Public Comment DTVA cartoons in the parks permanently fcdc816be4b9633b8e64faddd93863b4.mp4 From: joseph olsen Date: January 17, 2024 at 10:58:29 PM PST To: Ashleigh Aitken <AAitken@anaheim.net>, "Carlos A. Leon" <CLeon@anaheim.net>, Jose Diaz <JoDiaz@anaheim.net>, Stephen Faessel <SFaessel@anaheim.net>, "Norma C. Kurtz" <NKurtz@anaheim.net>, Natalie Meeks <NMeeks@anaheim.net>, Natalie Rubalcava <NRubalcava(@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] DTVA cartoons in the parks permanently Some people who received this message don't often get email from Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unles recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Greetings City council, since it seems like I can't attend the workshop on the disney expansion talks, I guess I'll have to air out my demands via email, I hereby demand that the cartoons be made permanent in the parks in any way, shape, and/or form. I know I emailed y'all about this many months ago, but I keep getting reminded of the video of the young girl crying because Lunella Laffayette (Moon Girl) wasn't at the parks anymore, all while Disney continuously allows this behavior because of, "The Story" It's as if they don't want to be known as the happiest land on earth because of Idiotic decisions like making the DTVA cartoons temporary instead of permanent, a decision which has broken the heart of that young girl and mine as well. If the members of this council are truly for the people, then I want the council to tell Disney to either make the cartoons permanent (As well as meet other people's demands) or they will NEVER be allowed to expand beyond a single length of hair. I will be sending another email advocating for the permanent presence of the DTVA Cartoons tomorrow and in the days leading up to the workshop meeting. Sincerely, Joseph Olsen P.S. The video is a reminder of what Disney thinks is ok Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 8:01 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] DTVA cartoons in the parks permanently day 2 Attachments: fcdc816be4b9633b8e64faddd93863b4.mp4 Begin forwarded message: From: joseph olsen Date: January 18, 2024 at 10:11:37 PM PST To: Jose Diaz <JoDiaz@anaheim.net>, Ashleigh Aitken <AAitken@anaheim.net>, "Norma C. Kurtz" <NKurtz@anaheim.net>, Natalie Meeks <NMeeks@anaheim.net>, Natalie Rubalcava <NRubalcava@anaheim.net>, "Carlos A. Leon" <CLeon@anaheim.net>, Stephen Faessel <SFaessel@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] DTVA cartoons in the parks permanently day 2 Some people who received this message don't often get email from Learn whV this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Greetings City council, This is your daily reminder to ensure that Disney meets not only my demands, but the demands of those who have more serious issues regarding the expansion than mine before they can even think of expanding. Sincerely, Joseph Olsen 1 Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 8:11 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] DTVA cartoons in the parks permanently Day 3 Attachments: fcdc816be4b9633b8e64faddd93863b4.mp4 Begin forwarded message: From: joseph olsen Date: January 19, 2024 at 10:41:45 PM PST To: Ashleigh Aitken <AAitken@anaheim.net>, "Norma C. Kurtz" <NKurtz@anaheim.net>, Natalie Meeks <NMeeks@anaheim.net>, Natalie Rubalcava <NRubalcava@anaheim.net>, Jose Diaz <JoDiaz@anaheim.net>, Stephen Faessel <SFaessel@anaheim.net>, "Carlos A. Leon" <CLeon@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] DTVA cartoons in the parks permanently Day 3 Some people who received this message don't often get email from Learn whV this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Greetings City Council, Here I am again Emailing you guys to ensure that the Disney cartoons stay in the parks forever (As well as listen to and take into the consideration the other concerns The subjects of this corrupt town demand). If this council is truly of the people then I would suggest that you guys tell Disney that all these demands must be met before they can expand. Sincerely, Joseph olsen 1 Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 8:12 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] DTVA cartoons in the parks permanently day 4 Attachments: fcdc816be4b9633b8e64faddd93863b4.mp4 From: joseph olsen Date: January 20, 2024 at 10:17:56 PM PST To: Ashleigh Aitken <AAitken@anaheim.net>, "Norma C. Kurtz" <NKurtz@anaheim.net>, Natalie Meeks <NMeeks@anaheim.net>, Natalie Rubalcava <NRubalcava@anaheim.net>, Jose Diaz <JoDiaz@anaheim.net>, "Carlos A. Leon" <CLeon@anaheim.net>, Stephen Faessel <SFaessel@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] DTVA cartoons in the parks permanently day 4 Some people who received this message don't often get email from Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Greetings councilmembers, Here's to day four of telling you guys to not let disney expand a single inch until they make the cartoons permanent AND meet the other demands of our people. Sincerely, Joseph Olsen 1 Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 8:35 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] DTVA cartoons in the parks permanently day 5 Attachments: fcdc816be4b9633b8e64faddd93863b4.mp4 From: joseph olsen Date: January 21, 2024 at 10:03:20 PM PST To: Stephen Faessel <SFaessel@anaheim.net>, "Norma C. Kurtz" <NKurtz@anaheim.net>, Natalie Meeks <NMeeks@anaheim.net>, Natalie Rubalcava <NRubalcava@anaheim.net>, Jose Diaz <JoDiaz@anaheim.net>, "Carlos A. Leon" <CLeon@anaheim.net>, Ashleigh Aitken <AAitken@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] DTVA cartoons in the parks permanently day 5 Some people who received this message don't often get email from Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Greetings council members, It's time we stick it to Disney and tell them to put the cartoons in the parks permanently and to listen to our other demands. Sincerely, Joseph Olsen 1 Susana Barrios From: Sent: To: Subject: Begin forwarded message: Theresa Bass Monday, January 22, 2024 8:10 PM Public Comment FW: [EXTERNAL] Fw: Disneyland Forward Resident Input From: Date: January 19, 2024 at 8:06:33 PM PST To: Stephen Faessel <SFaessel@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Fw: Disneyland Forward Resident Input You don't often get email from Learn whV this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unles recognize the sender and are expecting the message. ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: i To: "aaitken anaheim.net" <aaitken anaheim.net> Cc: BEVERLY GRIGGS Sent: Friday, January 19, 2024 at 08:01:16 PM PST Subject: Disneyland Forward Resident Input Hello there! I am an Anaheim homeowner and resident that lives directly across the street from the proposed area for the Disneyland expansion on the west side. I am unable to attend the upcoming workshop discussing Disneyland forward due to the unfortunate time slot that has been selected for it. In lieu of attending I feel it is important to email the city council to share my thoughts and perspectives on this subject. I have been attending Disneyland Forward meetings with Disney for over 2.5 years. My initial reaction was excitement but very guarded and careful to make sure Disney would not be doing the residences a disservice by expanding in this direction. During these meetings I didnt hold back. I held the Disney representatives feet to the fire over and over again. I didn't bend or let my love of Disney get in the way of making sure this expansion would not impede my quality of life or the value of my home. I can now report I am very pleased with the end results of Disney's response to my concerns as a resident who is directly across the street from this proposed development. There arent any residences closer than mine to.this proposed expansion . Along with probably no residents with as strict of standards as I hold for my property and quality of life. The areas of biggest concern for me were noise, asthetics, traffic, access to the parks from the westside and pest and rodent control. All of my concerns in the first 4 areas have been satisfactorily addressed. Pest and rodent control is a newer concern that while was not in thier rules and regs, is something that can still be added. My concerns with pest and rodent control stem from during the time when the parks were closed due to covid. Living at the corner of Walnut and Cerritos in Peppetwood I was inundated with rats and cockroaches in our development and even in my garrage. Prior to that time I had no problems with either. What happened was when the parks closed and the vermon no longer had food supply from the the empty theme parks the pests and rodents came across the street to set up housekeeping at Pepperwood. Once the parks reopened they returned to the parks. My concerns are the expansion will put theme parks just feet from our homes and with that bring pests and rodents feet from our homes. What needs to.happen is the steps to prevent pests and rodents infesting our community are included in their rules and regs and any steps that Disney will be responsible for if their preventative steps fall short. With the pest and rodent control steps added I give Disney my 100% backing on their request for zoning changes on the west side of the resort. Im a huge fan of Disneyland and infact moved to Anaheim from Chicago.and bought a home were I did to spend my retirement years enjoying the parks with my children and grandchildren. But don't let that lead you to believe I was an.easy sell. Any Disney rep at any meeting i attended can tellll ypu i asked the hard questions and didnt stop until I recieved satisfactory answers and resolutions. My enjoyment of my currently peaceful life and my.home value takes president over my.love of Disneyland. I applaud Disney for their willingness to take all precautions to assure out residents and community will only benefit from their proposed zoning change requests and expansion. If I can add any additional feedback.or anyone would like to speak to me please feel free to reach out to me via text or email. All best Beverly Griggs N Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 8:05 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] DisneylandForward Begin forwarded message: From: Tina Riley <trilev@theanaheimhotel.com> Date: January 19, 2024 at 5:28:04 PM PST To: Stephen Faessel <SFaessel@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] DisneylandForward You don't often get email from trilev@theanaheimhotel.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Councilmember Faessel; I'm writing to express my support for DisneylandForward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the DisneylandForward project. DisneylandForward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With DisneylandForward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for todays market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the DisneylandForward Project. Thank you for your consideration and continued support. Sincerely, TINA RILEY Corporate Director of Public Affairs WINCOME HOSPITALITY 888 S. Disneyland Dr I Suite 100 1 Anaheim, CA 92802 O (714) 772-5900 1 1 E trilev@wincomehospitality.com Tina Riley Director of Sales & Marketing THE ANAHEIM HOTEL 1700 South Harbor Boulevard, Anaheim, CA 92802 P 714.772.5900 1 E triley@theanaheimhotel.com Awarded Best of the Best Hotels by TripAdvisor, 2023 Awarded AAA Three -Diamond Hotel, 2023 This message is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential, and exempt from disclosure under applicable laws. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, forwarding, or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify me immediately by e- mail or telephone, and delete the original message immediately. Thank you. Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 8:02 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Cal. Restaurant Assoc. Support for DisneylandForward Project Attachments: CRA DisneylandForward Support Letter.pdf From: Matthew Sutton <msutton@calrest.org> Date: January 19, 2024 at 11:42:22 AM PST To: Matthew Sutton <msutton@calrest.org> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Cal. Restaurant Assoc. Support for DisneylandForward Project Some people who received this message don't often get email from msutton@calrest.org. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Dear Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers, We are thrilled to support the DisneylandForward Project and would respectfully request your approval of the Environmental Impact Report and the project at large. Please find a more detailed letter of support attached. Thank you, Matt Sutton Senior Vice President, Government Affairs + Public Policy California Restaurant Association 621 Capitol Mall, Suite 2000 Sacramento, CA 95814 T: 800.765.4842 F: 916.200.3453 E: msutton@calrest.org www.calrest.ore Membership matters. Confidentiality note: This electronic message transmission contains information from the California Restaurant Association which may be confidential or privileged. The information is intended to be for the use of the individual or entity named above. If you are not the intended recipient, be aware that any disclosure, copying, distribution or use of the contents of this information is prohibited. If you have received this electronic transmission in error, please immediately notify us by telephone at 800.765.4842. January 19, 2024 The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon. Councilmembers City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: As the voice of the statewide restaurant community, the California Restaurant Association (CRA) stands strongly behind the Disneyland Forward Project. While we are a statewide trade association for the restaurant community, it likely will come as no surprise to you that we are proud to represent a very robust community of restaurants throughout Orange County and in Anaheim specifically. Thriving restaurant communities benefit the overall economy as every additional dollar spent in a California restaurant contributes more than $2 to the state's economy. We know that such a "multiplier" effect on the long-term economy and local jobs would result from the community investments envisioned by the Disneyland Forward Project. 621 Capitol Mall, Suite 2000 Sacramento, CA 95814 T: 800.765.4842 F: 916.447.6182 www.caGrest.org 4)(11 i CALIFORNIA RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION As proposed, Disneyland Forward would enable the development of new rides, attractions, shops, stores, and restaurants. Restaurants mean jobs. More than half of all Americans have worked in food service at one point or another. California's restaurants generated nearly $100 billion in estimated sales in 2018 and more than one in ten Californians currently work in restaurants and food service jobs. This economic engine means significant tax revenue for local municipalities like Anaheim. We recognize that a project like Disneyland Forward, which enables the investment of billions in Anaheim, must be studied and analyzed to consider all the impacts as well as the benefits. The good news is that the analysis in the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report shows that through proper mitigation, Disneyland Forward can move forward and provide the benefits of entertainment, jobs, economic growth and serve as a boon to the city and its residents while still minimizing project impacts. It is for these and other reasons that we respectfully request you certify the Environmental Impact Report and approve Disneyland Forward. Sincerely, �C. Jot Condie President + CEO California Restaurant Association 621 Capitol Mall, Suite 2000 Sacramento, CA 95814 cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Senior Planner 621 Capitol Mall, Suite 2000 Sacramento, CA 95814 T: 800.765.4842 F: 916.447.6182 www.calrest.org Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 8:01 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Begin forwarded message: From: Date: January 19, 2024 at 8:59:37 AM PST To: Ashleigh Aitken <AAitkenPanaheim.net>, "Norma C. Kurtz" <NKurtz@anaheim.net>, "Carlos A. Leon" <CLeon@anaheim.net>, Natalie Rubalcava <NRubalcavapanaheim.net>, Jennifer Diaz <JDiaz anaheim.net>, Stephen Faessel <SFaessel()anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Honorable Mayor Aitken, Honorable Mayor Pro Tenn Kurtz and City Council Members: I am writing on behalf of many of the residents who reside off Walnut in the residential tracts bordering the Disneyland Resort who have actively participated in the ongoing discussions and meetings regarding the Disneyland Forward project over the past two and a half years. We will be out of town on January 23'd so please accept this in our stead. As neighbors, we are pleased to express our gratitude for the collaborative effort and open communication that have defined our engagement with Disneyland and its engineering contractors. Throughout this period, we have attended every meeting with Disneyland and its engineering contractors engaging in constructive dialogues about the Disneyland Forward project's engineering and construction processes. We have also maintained close communication with the City's chief planning officers, Traffic and Public works department and our Mayor Pro Tem Kurtz from District 4. We want to acknowledge the inclusive approach taken by Disneyland and Anaheim City officials in involving us as neighbors. As active participants, we have witnessed the commitment of Disneyland and its engineering contractors to address our concerns and incorporate our feedback into the project's planning. While we would have preferred that this project would have been built on the commercial side of town, we accept that Disneyland, with the proper permits can do whatever it wishes with its property. We therefore want to acknowledge the inclusive approach taken by Disneyland in involving us as neighbors and allowing us to share our perspectives and contribute to the decision -making process. Disneyland has committed to 30' sound walls on the Disney Property on the East side of Walnut. We have learned that there will be a 50' setback from the existing 12' wall adjacent to the Simba Lot on the west side of their property. We have also been assured that any rides or immersive experiences would be enclosed in buildings. We are in favor of closing Magic Way to vehicular traffic and we are continuing the dialogue with regard to Traffic calming on Walnut especially at the Calle de Las Estrellas entrance to Hermosa Village and around Disney's Gate 26. We lookforward to continued engagement as the Disney Forward project progresses and remain optimistic about the positive impact that Disney Forward will have on our neighborhood and the broader Anaheim community. Sincerely, John and Frances Noteboom Anaheim 92802 Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:24 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 b, Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Jess Valdez Martinez cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 8:11 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Susan Goldsmith cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:16 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, forge urrea cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 8:00 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Anthony Gil cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:48 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon. Councilmembers City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. 1 Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Evan Kascak cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 9:34 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon. Councilmembers City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. 1 Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Jeffrey Dodge cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:22 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 IL' Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Kevin Brown cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:24 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 ,, , Disneyland Forward Support Letter .- The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Kevin Opena cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:21 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 b, Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Alan Young cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:18 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:09 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 HDisneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, William Cleaver cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:48 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. HDisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Sam Saldivar cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:16 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. HDisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Andrew Bruce cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:30 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. J#' DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Michael Gifford cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:07 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon. Councilmembers City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Ernest Conlee cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:08 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Vince Nguyen cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:07 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. ... DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Richard Licerio cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:20 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Karla Aquilar cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:28 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Adam Frankel cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:07 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Alex Zamora cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:20 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 b, Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Marie Santangelo cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:30 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Jose Trujillo cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:57 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Aliaa Abdel-Gawad cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:29 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Roberto Marquez cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:58 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. ... DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Anthony Adler cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:56 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:52 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Kristi Biondo cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:23 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 IL' Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Cheyne Sanfilippo cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:58 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Darren Hakker cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:58 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. b, DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Mona Sullivan cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:58 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon. Councilmembers City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. 1 Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Alvin Ceja cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:18 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:15 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Heather Macias cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:20 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, ANDREA HERNANDEZ cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 8:35 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. ... DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Christopher Hrycko cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:20 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Ray Santangelo cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:23 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Russ Gee cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:22 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 , Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Mike & Amber Boster cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:26 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. b, DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Jesse Ben -Ron cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:21 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Cecelia Ragland cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 9:26 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 9:18 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Daniel Wright cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:10 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:09 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter bl- The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Carlos Mitchell cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:56 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:54 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Raj Desai cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:31 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Bill Taormina cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:30 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, ROBERT WILLCOX cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:59 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Robert Tai cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:59 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. b, DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Juan Carlos Gil Hurtado cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:59 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. J#' DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Rachel Grant cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:08 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Nathan Fitzgerald cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:19 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Brian Baker cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:23 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Julie Valdez cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:24 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:03 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Asher Judice cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:16 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Robert Hernandez cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 8:36 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Tushan Patel cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:08 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. b, DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Andrew Bruce cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:56 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:38 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Angela Villa cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 5:30 PM To: Public Comment Subject: DisneylandForward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for DisneylandForward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the DisneylandForward Project. DisneylandForward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the 1 City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Jesse Ben -Ron cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 8:11 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Haley Cawelti cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:24 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:02 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Al Briones cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:19 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:09 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Kathy Couture cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:22 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 IL' Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Susan Goldsmith cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:20 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 ,, , Disneyland Forward Support Letter .- The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Daniel Wright cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 8:35 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. b, DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Michael Sarmiento cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 9:34 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. J#' DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, JESSICA INSCO cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 8:02 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, David Jackson cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:19 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. ` Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Zoey Stevens cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:25 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 5:59 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, cynthia curran cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:25 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:02 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Ismael Flores cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:23 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:06 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, A/likP A AnnhPr Rnctar cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:59 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Joe Scholz cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 8:00 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. b, DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Krista Boyce cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:27 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Tim O'Day cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 7:59 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Michael Cleaver cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:26 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Tuan Nguyen cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:30 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. ... DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Mark Zitny cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:58 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. DisneylandForward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With 1 Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Hanneke Sohnen cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Q Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:28 PM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 6:27 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 IL' Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Kevin Gelinas cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2024 11:30 AM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. .- Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and 1 infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Daniel Cho cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2024 11:30 AM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Disneyland Forward Support Letter The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and 1 infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, ELISA ESPINOZA cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Theresa Bass Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2024 12:57 AM To: Public Comment Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter From: Anaheim Resident <noreply@jotform.com> Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2024 6:50 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Disneyland Forward Support Letter You don't often get email from noreply@lotform.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. L7 Disneyland Forward Support Letter bl- The Hon. Ashleigh Aitken and Hon City of Anaheim Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., MS 162 Anaheim, CA 92805 aaitken@anaheim.net Jdiaz@anaheim.net Cleon@anaheim.net Nrubalcava@anaheim.net Nkurtz@anaheim.net Sfaessel@anaheim.net Nmeeks@anaheim.net Councilmembers Honorable Mayor Aitken and City Councilmembers: I'm writing to express my support for Disneyland Forward and to encourage Anaheim's City Council to certify the Draft Subsequent 1 Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR) and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Disneyland Forward will pave the way for Disney to meaningfully invest for decades, and to create thousands of jobs for local residents and infuse the City's general fund with millions in additional tax revenue every year. With Disneyland Forward, Disney is proposing to build only on land already owned or controlled by Disney. Disney is not asking for taxpayer subsidies or asking to add any additional theme park square footage or hotel rooms beyond what the City already has approved. Based on my review, Disney is just asking to spread the previously approved square footage and hotel rooms around Disney properties in a way that makes sense for today's market demand. The Draft SEIR reviews the key components under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including traffic, noise, aesthetics (lighting), air quality and cumulative impacts among others. After an exhaustive study by third -party independent experts, it is clear that after many years of planning, review and analysis, it is time to certify the EIR and approve the Disneyland Forward Project. Sincerely, Amber Nelson cc: Anaheim Planning Commission Elaine Thienprasiddhi, City of Anaheim Principal Planner Theresa Bass, Anaheim City Clerk pil Susana Barrios From: Sent: To: Subject: Bob Olea Tuesday, January 23, 2024 7:54 PM Ashleigh Aitken; Natalie Rubalcava; Norma C. Kurtz; Natalie Meeks; Stephen Faessel; Carlos A. Leon; Jose Diaz; Jim Vanderpool; Theresa Bass; Mike Lyster; Public Comment [EXTERNAL] Disneyland item appears similar to someone who previously sent you email, but may not be that person. Learn why this could be a risk at https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderidentification ] Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Good evening Mayor and city Council. I'm speaking today over the Disney item. All I could say to you all do it what your heart tells you to do you do the right thing God bless you all and God bless Anaheim in America. Sent from my iPhone Susana Barrios From: Santana, Richard <richard.santana@ocgov.com> Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2024 3:04 PM To: City Clerk; Public Comment Cc: Ahmad, Vasila Subject: [EXTERNAL] Supervisor Sarmiento's Support for Item 18 - Cold Weather Emergency Shelter Program Attachments: Supervisor Sarmiento's Support for Item 18 - Cold Weather Emergency Shelter Program.pdf Some people who received this message don't often get email from richard.santana@ocgov.com. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Dear City Clerk Bass, I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to inform you that Supervisor Sarmiento supports Item 18, the Cold Weather Emergency Shelter Program. Attached is his letter of support for your records. Your attention to this matter is appreciated. Best regards, Richard Santana Richard Santana Community Outreach Manager office of Vicente Sariniento Supervisor, Second District 400 W. Civic Center Drive, Sixth Floor Santa Ana, CA 92701 Off i c e: 714-8 34-3 2 20 E-mail correspondence, along with any attachments, may be subject to the California Public Records Act, and as such may be subject to public disclosure unless otherwise exempt under the Act. 1 VICENTE SARM ENT© ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS SUPERVISOR, SECOND DISTRICT COUNTY ADMINISTRATION NORTH 400 W. CIVIC CENTER DRIVE. 6TH FLOOR SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA 92701 PHONE (714) 834-3220 http://SupervisorSormiento.com January 23, 2024 Anaheim City Council City of Anaheim 200 S. Anaheim Blvd.. Anaheim, CA 92805 RE: Cold Weather Emergency Shelter Program Dear Mayor Aikten and Honorable Anaheim City Council Members, I am writing to express my support for the City of Anaheim's participation in the Cold Weather Emergency Shelter Program. I commend the City for its proactive response to the call from Commission to End Homelessness and county offices, demonstrating a commitment to addressing the needs of the homeless population during the cold weather season. I strongly urge the Anaheim City Council to continue supporting and championing the City's involvement in this program. By doing so, the City contributes significantly to the well-being of our community and sets an example for collaboration and shared responsibility in addressing homelessness throughout Orange County. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I look forward to witnessing the positive impact of this crucial initiative in our community. Sincerely, _A 1 � .0r Vicente Sarmiento Supervisor, Second District Orange County Board of Supervisors Susana Barrios From: Michael Wauschek Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2024 12:10 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Little Arabic sign approval You don't often get email from Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Hello my name is Michael wauschek I am a concerned citizen. By having this signs approved it help out everyone as it will so that we are in fear that we are pride in our deverse community that we call home thanks Sent from Yahoo Mail - Shop Smart, Shop Organized Susana Barrios From: Amin Nash <amin@aaciviccouncil.org> Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2024 6:11 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Public Comment on Agenda Item 26 - Amin Nash You don't often get email from amin@aaciviccouncil.org. Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Hello, My name is Amin Nash and I am the Policy and Research Coordinator at the Arab American Civic Council located on Brookhurst Street in West Anaheim. I am writing in concern of Agenda Item 26 on the 1/23/2024 Agenda. The following are near -term goals which the AACC feels are tangible and are of immediate importance: Near -Term Goals: • Immediate: Inclusion of Little Arabia in Anaheim's Strategic Plan and consider a cultural district program Update Brookhurst Commer Corridor Overlay Zone and design guidelines to include Little Arabia Reconcile the general plan and zoning to include Little Arabia Expand South of Ball 1 • Branding, Identity, and Street Beautification • Street Banners and public arts • String lights • Olive trees • Operations and Management • Begin talks around a steering committee that can organize district clean-ups and events, • such as the Little Arabia Night Market or Brookhurst Food Festivals. I would also like to recommend the Council consider moving the long-term goal of redesignating Brookhurst as a major arterial highway into a primary wayfare. I ask this in consideration of public safety and pedestrian safety. On December 23rd, a pedestrian was unfortunately killed after leaving one of the restaurants close to Stater Brothers as they were jaywalking across the street. I feel that, given that Little Arabia will attract more foot traffic, it is necessary to expedite street crosswalks and traffic lights to help pedestrians. Thank you Amin Nash Policy and Research Coordinator P: 657-206-ARAB E: amin@aaciviccouncil.org 631 S. Brookhurst St. #215, Anaheim, CA 92804 ArabAmerican aaciviccouncil.org I DONATE ClvicCOunci1 no c" IMPORTANT: The contents of this email and any attachments are confidential. They are intended for the named recipient(s) only. If you have received this email by mistake, please notify the sender immediately and do not disclose the contents to anyone or make copies thereof. N Susana Barrios From: jodie mosley Sent: Friday, January 19, 2024 3:43 PM To: Public Comment <publiccomment@anaheim.net>; Council <council@anaheim.net>; City Manager <Citymanager@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Beach and Ball prostitution You don't often get email from Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. It has definitely gotten worse on Beach and Ball with prostitution. Obviously after this many decades, the citys not doing enough. Its completely unfair to our community. Step it up Anaheim. Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android Susana Barrios From: Tristan Jacobo Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2024 12:07 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Public Comment for the City Council Meeting on 1/23/2024 Attachments: Tristan Jacobo Public Comment Parking Situation in District 4.pdf You don't often get email from Learn why this is important Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Hi there, I am submitting a public comment for the city council meeting today. Feel free to get back to me via email if there is a response from the council about this matter. Thank you for your time. -Tristan Jacobo Good evening Council, Over the past year and half of living here in the apartment complexes between Orangewood, Haster, Gene Autry Way and Manchester in District 4, 1 have been charged $652 in parking citations/towing fees just to park where I live. I have another $147 that I will be contesting. My neighborhood, including me last week had our cars towed for parking in curbs marked in the red. Obviously that's a no no but if you consider that all legal parking spots within a 15 minute walking distance to our doors are occupied from 3pm to 5am the next morning then I would ask for you to consider how frustrating of a situation that is for the residents here. These apartment complexes I've noticed have more people living in them than are allowed because housing prices keep increasing. Our parking spots have been marked red for a reason, for emergency vehicles but the city takes away half of the parking in the area and doesn't add any additional parking anywhere making people park in the red, negating the attempt altogether and costing your taxpayers easily tens of thousands a year just in our neighborhood for parking in the red. Now I work at varying times of the day so I am never guaranteed a spot. My wife occupies the single apartment management designated parking spot so I'm on my own searching desperately for parking when I get home. I understand you folks most likely own homes and are therefore out of touch with us apartment dwellers who have been priced out of the California housing market for years now but this parking situation is frankly unacceptable and dastardly for the city to kick us while we're down. I already have a minimum 5 minute walk to my car and then on top of that I get cited frequently. This is just my situation however, I have no idea what it's like for other folks that live in our area. I believe this predicament is underrepresented as most of the people living here don't speak English and are probably not even U.S. citizens so it's in their interest to remain silent and just pay your silly fees. I think a great solution to this would be to not ticket cars that are permitted to park in the area and/or create a parking lot that is close by, perhaps at Ponderosa Park that is designated for the apartment complexes. Which City Official can I contact and how do I get into contact with them regarding the permanent resolution of this parking crisis? Thank you for your time, thank you for charging me $652 and for charging this community tens of thousands of dollars to park their cars in their neighborhoods. I'm looking forward to seeing your invoice for breathing in the Anaheim air. -Tristan Jacobo