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03-25-25_Action with CommentsANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL ACTION AGENDA MARCH 25, 2025  ORDER OF BUSINESS: Public sessions of all regular meetings of the City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency/Housing Authority/Public Financing Authority/Housing and Public Improvements Authority begin at 5:00 P.M. Public hearings begin at 5:30 P.M. unless otherwise noted. Closed sessions begin at 3:00 P.M. or such other time as noted. Closed sessions may be preceded by one or more public workshops. If a workshop is scheduled, the subject and time of the workshop will appear on the agenda. Not all of the above agencies may be meeting on any given date. The agenda will specify which agencies are meeting. All meetings are in the Anaheim City Hall, Council Chamber, 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805 or such other location as noted. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2(a)(2), no action or discussion by the City Council shall be undertaken on any item not appearing on the posted agenda, except to briefly provide information, ask for clarification, provide direction to staff, or schedule a matter for a future meeting.  REPORTS: All agenda items and reports are available for review in the City Clerk’s Office and www.anaheim.net/councilagendas. Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda (other than writings legally exempt from public disclosure) are available at the Office of the City Clerk, located at 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., 2nd Floor, Anaheim, CA 92805 and by contacting the office by phone, 714-765-5166, or email to cityclerk@anaheim.net.  PUBLIC COMMENTS: There are two Public Comment periods with speakers having one opportunity to address the City Council, except for scheduled public hearing items. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless a different time limit is announced. The City uses speaker cards that must be submitted to the City Clerk in order to address the City Council. Prior to the business portion of the agenda, the City Council and all other related agencies meeting on such date will convene in joint session for the first Public Comment period where speakers will be permitted to speak on specific agenda item(s). This first Public Comment period is limited to 90 minutes or until all agenda item speakers have been heard, whichever is later. Any remaining time shall be provided to non-agenda item speakers until the 90 minute time limitation is exhausted. The second Public Comment period will be opened by the Mayor if any non-agenda item speakers were not called during the first Public Comment period. For public hearings, the Mayor or Chairperson will separately call for testimony at the time of each public hearing. Testimony during public hearings is subject to the following time limits: Project applicant or issue initiator: twenty minutes for initial presentation and ten minutes for rebuttal; Residents within the noticed area of the subject property: ten minutes; All other members of the public: three minutes. Public hearings regarding legislative matters: five minutes. The Mayor or Chairperson may limit the length of comments during public hearings due to the number of persons wishing to speak or if comments become repetitious or irrelevant. Speakers shall refrain from profane language and other disruptive remarks or behavior which disrupts or disturbs the meeting, or risk being removed (AMC 1.12.017). Additionally, members of the public may correspond with the City Council and all other related agencies, on any agenda items or matters within the jurisdiction of such governing bodies, by submitting comments electronically for City Council consideration by sending them to publiccomment@anaheim.net. To ensure distribution to the City Council prior to consideration of the agenda, please submit comments at least 2 hours prior to the scheduled start time of the meeting. Those comments, as well as any comments received after that time, will be distributed to the City Council, posted on the City’s website, and will be made part of the official public record of the meeting. Current and archived public comments are available at www.anaheim.net/publiccomment. Contact the City Clerk’s Office at 714-765-5166 or cityclerk@anaheim.net with any questions.  ADDITIONS/DELETIONS: Items of business may be added to the agenda upon a motion adopted by a minimum 2/3 vote finding that there is a need to take immediate action and that the need for action came to the attention of the City or Agency subsequent to the agenda being posted. Items may be deleted from the agenda upon request of staff or upon action of the Council or Agency.  CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items will be acted on by one roll call vote unless a member(s) requests an item(s) be discussed and/or removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action.  SERVICIOS DE TRADUCCION (TRANSLATION SERVICES: SEE LAST PAGE OF AGENDA FOR DESCRIPTION IN ENGLISH): La ciudad provee servicios de interpretación al español en las juntas del Consejo. La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera que desee dirigirse al Ayuntamiento, declarando su petición en el podio. No tiene que usar los servicios de interpretación de la Ciudad; las personas pueden proveer su propio intérprete, si lo desean. Debido a que existen muchos dialectos y regionalismos, la Ciudad no puede garantizar que los intérpretes puedan traducir a un dialecto o regionalismo en particular y rehúsa cualquier responsabilidad que surja de tales servicios. Para servicios de interpretación en otros idiomas, comuníquese con la oficina de la Ciudad (City Clerk), cuando menos 48 horas antes de la junta programada. Ashleigh E. Aitken Mayor Natalie Meeks Mayor Pro Tem District 6 Ryan Balius Council Member District 1 Carlos A. Leon Council Member District 2 Natalie Rubalcava Council Member District 3 Norma Campos Kurtz Council Member District 4 Kristen M. Maahs Council Member District 5 200 S. Anaheim Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 Tel: (714) 765-5166 Fax (714) 765-4105 www.anaheim.net 2 March 25, 2025 ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA MARCH 25, 2025 2:00 P.M. Call to order the Anaheim City Council. 2:03 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Aitken and Council Members Meeks, Balius, Leon, and Maahs. Council Member Rubalcava and Council Member Kurtz joined the meeting during Closed Session. 2:00 P.M. - CLOSED SESSION ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION: None PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS: None Recess to closed session. 2:03 p.m. 1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION (Subdivision (d)(1) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code) Name of Case: Eric Schuster v. City of Anaheim, et al., Riverside Superior Court Case No. CVR12401072 2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of California Government Code Section 54956.9: Two potential cases 3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of California Government Code Section 54956.9: One potential case 4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of California Government Code Section 54956.9 and/or initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of California Government Code Section 54956.9: One potential case (A copy of the claim against the City is included in the agenda packet and available for review by contacting the City Clerk’s Office and on-line electronically with the agenda at: www.anaheim.net/councilagendas.) Reconvene the Anaheim City Council. 3:32 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Aitken and Council Members Meeks, Balius, Leon, Rubalcava, Kurtz, and Maahs. 3 March 25, 2025 3:30 P.M. - WORKSHOP WORKSHOP: Mid-year Budget Workshop Presentation by Finance Director Debbie Moreno, Budget Supervisor D’Anne Lee, and Budget Analysts Ivette Ramirez and Arlene Roa. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON WORKSHOP: One (1) in-person speaker; no electronically submitted comments were received related to the workshop. The City Council took a brief recess at 4:45 p.m. and reconvened at 5:04 p.m. 5:00 P.M. INVOCATION: Preacher Jimmy Gaston, State College Blvd. Church of Christ FLAG SALUTE: Council Member Ryan Balius PRESENTATIONS: Recognizing Anaheim resident and hotel owner, Ernest Badalian, who will be turning 100 years old Accepted by Ernest Badalian and family. Recognizing Former Assistant City Attorney Mehtab Sandhu for his judicial appointment to the Orange County Superior Court Accepted by Judge Mehtab Sandhu. Recognizing Winners of the Cesar Chavez Day poster contest Accepted by Cesar Chavez Day poster contest winners. ACCEPTANCE OF OTHER RECOGNITIONS (To be presented at a later date): Recognizing March 31, 2025, as Cesar Chavez Day ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA: City Clerk Theresa Bass reported Item No. 16, included non-substantive changes to the License Agreement with United States Air Force Technical Applications Center and indicated that the updated agreement was distributed to Council and was made publicly available on the City’s website. She also announced that public hearing Item No. 30 was withdrawn at the request of the appellant. PUBLIC COMMENTS (all agenda items): Thirty-nine (39) in-person speakers; City Clerk Theresa Bass reported twenty (20) public comments were received electronically prior to 3:00 p.m. (Total of twenty-one (21) public comments received via email). Public Comments Submitted – March 25, 2025 City Council Meeting (limited to 90 minutes, or until all agenda item speakers have been heard; any time remaining shall be provided to non-agenda item speakers) COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS: Council Member Kurtz apologized to District 4 residents for cancelling a community meeting at Ball Junior High School and mentioned it will be rescheduled in early April. Council Member Maahs highlighted and shared photographs of events she attended, including the Read Across America Day at Benito Juarez Elementary School and James Guinn Elementary School. Read Across America celebrates the love of books, the ability to read, learn, grow, and dream. She stated it was a pleasure spending the day with those young scholars. Council Member Maahs attended South 4 March 25, 2025 Junior High's Open House and highlighted the Holocaust Museum organized by Dr. Diane Bethencourt and Ms. Deanna Humphrey. She stated it was inspiring to hear the students share about what they learned regarding the atrocities of the Holocaust. Council Member Maahs and Anaheim Union High School District Board Member Ron Hoshi attended Katella Talks, which are TED Talks on March 20. They attended to support students who shared their ideas, thoughts, and concerns regarding gun violence, the mental health crisis affecting all ages, immigration, and women's rights. Council Member Maahs welcomed Biryani Boys Modern Pakistani Eats and California Vintage Wine Bar to the Platinum Triangle. She attended the grand reopening of the Big A Ball Park at Pioneer Park, and noted that the baseball field is accessible to kids and people of all abilities. She thanked Steel Morris, Founder of The Miracle League of Orange County for bringing this dream to Anaheim. Council Member Maahs thanked Assistant to the City Manager Brittney Malenofski, Traffic Engineering, and the Anaheim Police Department because there will be a crossing guard at the intersection of South Street and Peregrine Street in the next few weeks for students at South Junior High School. She also thanked Public Works for consistently addressing resident concerns when they reach out to her, most recently for addressing issues within 24 hours regarding a concern with the Beth-Jackson Neighborhood Residential Streets Improvement Project. Council Member Rubalcava shared that the key priorities for District 3 residents are public safety, neighborhood beautification, and addressing homelessness. She highlighted and shared photographs of events she attended, including the Inaugural California Civics Bee Competition on March 12, where 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students from across Orange County showcased their civics knowledge. She stated it was a great honor to serve as a judge with Anaheim resident Jolynn Mahoney, and former Ambassador Gaddi Vasquez. She noted that the top three students will also be competing for $100,000 at the national level. Council Member Rubalcava shared that she and the Chief of Police, City Manager, City Clerk, and many other City employees had the opportunity to participate in Read Across America at Vibrant Minds, a local charter school in the City of Anaheim. She had the honor of reading to a TK class and she was reminded that she serves on Council to make sure that students have the resources they need and a safe community to play and thrive in. Council Member Rubalcava shared that she along with Council Member Maahs had the honor to join Assembly Member Sharon Quirk-Silva at a legislative round table, specifically catering to women who are serving in elected office at the School Board level, City Council level, and beyond. They were able to discuss legislative priorities impacting Anaheim. She pointed out the Board Trustee for the Anaheim Union High School District in a photograph and stated that it is an important relationship for the City of Anaheim to continue to foster, as there are a lot of youth in the community who attend schools in the district. Council Member Rubalcava stated she was happy to share that she has been working with Assembly Member Valencia, Mayor Aitken, and the City Manager’s Office regarding the construction of Fire Station 13 in District 3. She noted that they met with Caltrans Director Lan Zhao and her legislative team to discuss the project’s progress and securing the land to build the fire station. Council Member Rubalcava welcomed An Ideal Dog Wash, a new small business in District 3. The business is owned and operated by Carmen Arellano Perdomo and her husband Luis and offers self-serve dog washing services. She stated she will be reaching out to Economic Development Director Sergio Ramirez because the shopping strip mall needs a facade upgrade. Council Member Leon emphasized the City's role in public safety and not involved in federal immigration enforcement and repeated his comments in Spanish. Council Member Leon highlighted and shared photographs of events he attended, including the Read Across America Day at elementary schools across District 2. He also visited his former elementary school in District 1 and had the opportunity to read books regarding important life lessons and books in Spanish in some of his former teachers’ classrooms. He thanked all the educators, librarians, volunteers, and eager young readers who made this year's Read Across America week unforgettable. He attended the Alzheimer's Orange County Walk4ALZ walk at Angel Stadium, and he shared that Council Member Maahs beat him in a rock-climbing competition. He thanked Alzheimer's Orange County for organizing the event and he stated it was an honor to stand alongside so many passionate walkers and advocates. Council Member Leon had the opportunity to attend the Natural Products Expo West and shared that it is the largest expo in the City of Anaheim. He thanked all the Convention Center staff and hospitality staff and workers in the Resort 5 March 25, 2025 District who welcomed over 70,000 visitors and made it all look seamless. Council Member Leon attended the YMCA Annual Gala and congratulated awardee Assembly Member Sharon Quirk-Silva and her staff for all their continued work in the community. He thanked Women’s Transportation Seminar’s Orange County for organizing the 10th Annual Girls in Engineering Day, where students have the opportunity to interact with current engineering professionals and explore different STEM career paths, allowing them to dream big. He thanked the OCTA Deputy Chief Executive Officer and Caltrans District 12 Director for their support and participation in the event as well. Council Member Leon attended the Cypress College Foundation's Americana Awards, recognizing Bharat Patel as Citizen of the Year for Anaheim and A.C. Green as Person of the Year. Council Member Leon shared that he had the opportunity to attend the 91 Freeway Improvement Project groundbreaking ceremony on the east side of town. The 91 freeway keeps Anaheim moving, connecting residents, workers and visitors to Anaheim’s world-class destinations. The $779 million investment will help ease congestion, improve safety, and enhance mobility. There will be more jobs, better infrastructure, and a stronger local economy. He stated that the project is a big win for Anaheim and the entire region because it addresses resident traffic concerns. Council Member Leon invited everyone to the Third Annual Children's Day Fun Fair on Sunday, April 13, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Barton Park. It is a free, family-friendly event filled with games, resources, snacks and fun. He highlighted student artists who helped design some of the graphics, including Sylvia, a talented third grader from Barton Elementary for designing the flyer graphics. He invited everyone to the event. Council Member Balius thanked the Public Works Department for their efforts in District 1, including 600 linear feet of sidewalk repairs, filled 392 potholes, 14 sidewalk ramps, 534 square feet of utility cuts, 400,000 square feet of street crack sealing, 71 total LED light fixtures were upgraded at Twila Reid Park, and they serviced 212 work orders for District 1. Council Member Balius invited everyone to the Easter Eggstravaganza at Maxwell Park in April. On April 26, the West Anaheim Organization will be hosting the Show Off West Anaheim Community Event at Maxwell Park. Council Member Rubalcava displayed a PowerPoint slide and shared that District 3 is accepting applications for the Senior Citizen Commission and thanked former Commissioner Kandee Beas for her service. Mayor Aitken highlighted and shared photographs of events she attended, including Read Across America at James Madison Elementary. She stated that reading helps kids open their minds to a world of knowledge, endless discovery, and it’s important to cultivate a lifelong love of reading. She invited everyone to visit one of the seven library branches. Mayor Aitken attended the Anaheim Fire and Rescue pinning ceremony. She was honored to be invited to join them and celebrate the men and women at their recent ceremony where promotion of new members as well as exceptional service was recognized. Anaheim Fire & Rescue has over 200 dedicated firefighters, paramedics, and ambulance operators serving the community every day. She highlighted their bravery as they respond to fires, medical emergencies, and traffic accidents. She shared that earlier this year, Anaheim firefighters provided their help and resources in response to the Los Angeles fires. Mayor Aitken shared that Anaheim is hosting the California Unified Program Agency (CUPA) conference this week. The conference is about hazardous waste, spill containment, environmental regulations, and other topics. CUPA oversees hazardous materials and prevents the challenges that come with that, especially in a City the size of Anaheim. The City’s CUPA team does hundreds of site inspections annually, working to protect businesses, residents, and visitors. Mayor Aitken attended the State Route (SR) 91 Improvement Project groundbreaking ceremony. The project will improve a 5-mile stretch from the SR 57 to SR 55 freeways. She stated that the City will keep District 6 residents informed and she asked for their patience. Mayor Aitken attended the grand reopening of the Big A Ball Park at Pioneer Park. Athletes of the Challenger and Miracle leagues gathered to play at the newly restored field with Jim Abbott and Kyren Paris from the Angels. Many members of the community were there, and it was a wonderful and inspiring day. She stated that the City is committed to serving residents of all abilities and she would love to see more accessible and ADA-compliant parks and playgrounds. She thanked Community Services and everyone who works with the Parks and Recreation Commission for supporting important projects like this. 6 March 25, 2025 Mayor Aitken announced that the murals at El Pollo Fino and Taco Boy that were approved by the Art Committee have started, and she is excited to see the final product. Mayor Aitken stated that she would like to agendize an update on the strategy and plan for the upcoming fire station projects that Council Member Rubalcava and Council Member Kurtz have been working on, including the relinquishment of land from Caltrans. CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE: City Manager Jim Vanderpool shared that the Finance Department, Central Purchasing Office, is excited to announce the launch of the City of Anaheim Vendor Outreach Series. The first event, held on February 27th, saw a turnout of approximately 100 attendees. The series will be regularly held in Anaheim’s Council Chamber and will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on the last Thursday of every month. Join Anaheim’s Purchasing Agent for an informative presentation designed for vendors interested in learning how to do business with the City of Anaheim. Don’t miss the opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with the City's procurement team. For more information, contact the Central Purchasing Office at (714) 765-5110. City Manager Vanderpool stated that he appreciates all the positive comments from the dais regarding City staff. He announced that on Saturday, March 29th, City employees will be participating in The Big Give and volunteering throughout the community on different service projects. 5:00 P.M. - CITY COUNCIL 7:35 p.m. Items pulled for discussion: Mayor Pro Tem Meeks: Item No. 14 Council Member Kurtz: Item No. 11, 12, 18, 25 Council Member Maahs: Item No. 4 Council Member Balius: Item No. 19 Council Member Leon: Item No. 3, 6, 16 Council Member Rubalcava: Item No. 7 MOTION: RB/KM to waive reading of all ordinances and resolutions and adopt the balance of the consent calendar as presented. ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. [Item No. 27: Council Member Balius recorded an abstention for Item No. 27. MOTION: RB/KM ROLL CALL VOTE: 6-0-1 (AYES: Mayor Aitken and Council Members Meeks, Leon, Rubalcava, Kurtz, and Maahs; ABSTENTION: Council Member Balius). Motion carried.] CONSENT CALENDAR: 1. Receive and file minutes of the Library Board meeting of February 10, 2025 and the Public Utilities Board meeting of January 22, 2025. 2. Approve recognitions recognizing Anaheim High School’s Girls Water Polo Team for winning CIF Championship; Orange County Conservation Corps for their efforts with the Watershed Protection Mission in Los Angeles County during the recent wildfires; and April as Arts, Culture, & Creativity Month. 7 March 25, 2025 3. Receive and file the list of Professional Services Agreements authorized by the City Manager in February 2025 and the list of Visit Anaheim Subcontractor Agreements approved by the Executive Director of Convention, Sports, and Entertainment in February 2025. Item No. 3 Discussion. MOTION: CL/NM ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. 4. Review the 2024 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports and direct the Planning and Building Director to submit the reports to the California Department of Housing and Community Development and the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research. Item No. 4 Discussion. MOTION: NK/NM ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. 5. Adopt the 2025-26 Legislative Platform that guides the City’s support of, or opposition to, state and federal legislation and authorize City staff to contact federal and state representatives to advocate for legislative proposals consistent with the goals outlined within the Legislative Platform. 6. Approve Contract Number MA# 106-498385 with Liquidity Services Operations, LLC for online surplus auction services effective until May 23, 2027; authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute the contract and all necessary documents in accordance with Cooperative MA-017-22010439 between the County of Orange and Liquidity Services Operations, LLC; and initiate a donation program where surplus items can be donated to Anaheim School Districts and 501(c)(3) non- profits that provide services to Anaheim residents. Item No. 6 Discussion. MOTION: CL/NM ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. 7. Approve primary and secondary contractors for Inmate Meal Services at the Anaheim Police Department Detention Center; 1) Contract Number MA# 106-498374 with primary contractor A.J. Sons, Inc. dba Langlois Fancy Frozen Foods for a one year period with four one-year optional renewals, in a five year total cumulative amount not to exceed $425,000; 2) Contract Number MA# 106-498378 with secondary contractor Everytable, PBC for a one year period with four one-year optional renewals, in a five year total cumulative amount not to exceed $150,000; and authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute the contracts and related documents, in accordance with Bid# 309-288179-ER. Item No. 7 Discussion. MOTION: NR/NK ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. 8. Approve Contract Number MA# 106-498364 with L.N. Curtis and Sons dba Curtis Blue Line, in an amount not to exceed $500,000 plus applicable taxes and fees, for the purchase of law enforcement equipment for the Anaheim Police Department effective until May 26, 2026; and authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute the contract and related documents in accordance with Cooperative Contract No. PS20275 between the League of Oregon Cities and Curtis Blue Line. 9. Approve Contract Number MA# 106-498373 with Convergint Technologies LLC, in an amount not to exceed $2,986,509.30 plus applicable tax and a 20% contingency fee, for facility technology integration and security system services at electric utility facilities for a three year term; and authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute the contract and related documents in accordance with Cooperative Contract No. R220702 between Region 4 Education Service Center and Convergint Technologies LLC. 8 March 25, 2025 10. Ratify emergency purchase order with Terex USA, LLC, in the amount of $153,841.94, to repair an Anaheim Public Utilities Electric Operations line truck that sustained significant damage while performing electrical operations. 11. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Big Ben Inc., in the amount of $4,995,512 for the Rio Vista Street Sanitary Sewer Improvements from Lincoln Avenue to South Street and the Sanitary Sewer Improvements at the Ball Road and Western Avenue Intersection; and the Rio Vista Street Rehabilitation from Lincoln Avenue to Wagner Avenue and Wagner Avenue from Rio Vista Street to Marjan Street Project; authorize the Director of Public Works to execute the contract and related documents and to take the necessary actions to implement and administer the contract; determine that the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Class 2, Section 15302 (c) (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 [continued from the Council meeting of March 4, 2025, Item No. 7]. Item No. 11: Council Member Balius and Council Member Maahs recorded a recusal for Item No. 11 due to a conflict of real property interest as their residences are within 300 feet from the proposed project sites. Council Member Balius and Council Member Maahs left the Council Chamber at 8:09 p.m. Discussion. MOTION: NK/NM ROLL CALL VOTE: 5-0-2 (AYES: Mayor Aitken and Council Members Meeks, Leon, Rubalcava, and Kurtz; ABSTENTION (Recusal): Council Member Balius and Council Member Maahs). Motion carried. Council Member Balius and Council Member Maahs returned to the Council Chamber at 8:12 p.m. 12. Approve two Passthrough Agreements with the Anaheim Transportation Network, i) in an amount not to exceed $2,010,000, toward the purchase of battery-electric buses for the term expiring June 30, 2027; ii) in an amount not to exceed $305,120, toward the completion of a Needs and Opportunity Study focusing on three census tracts identified as areas of persistent poverty, for the term expiring June 30, 2027; authorize the Director of Public Works, or designee, to execute the agreements and related documents necessary to implement the agreements; and increase the Public Works revenue and expenditure budget in restricted transportation grant funds by $2,315,120 in the appropriate fiscal year [continued from the Council meeting of March 4, 2025, Item No. 10]. Item No. 12: Council Member Leon recorded a recusal for Item No. 12 due to a conflict of interest as his employer is the Federal Government. Council Member Leon left the Council Chamber at 8:13 p.m. Discussion. MOTION: NK/NM ROLL CALL VOTE: 6-0-1 (AYES: Mayor Aitken and Council Members Meeks, Balius, Rubalcava, Kurtz, and Maahs; ABSTENTION (Recusal): Council Member Leon). Motion carried. Council Member Leon returned to the Council Chamber at 8:18 p.m. 9 March 25, 2025 13. Approve a Tender Agreement with United States Fire Insurance Company, corporate surety for Pro-Cal Lighting, Inc. dba Pro-Cal Electrical Lighting, to assume the obligations and complete the Anaheim West Tower Parking Garage EV Charging Project; and authorize the Director of Public Works to execute all documents in furtherance thereof. 14. Approve the professional services agreement with Dudek, in an amount not to exceed $180,000, for consultant services for the City of Anaheim Wildfire Evacuation Plan; authorize the Public Works Director, or designee, to execute the agreement and to take the necessary, required, or advisable actions to implement and administer the agreement; and increase the Public Works Department’s Fiscal Year 2024/25 revenue and expenditure budgets in the Restricted Transportation Grant funds by $90,000. Item No. 14 Discussion. MOTION: NM/CL ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. 15. Approve a software services agreement with Accelerated Technology Laboratories, LLC for a web-based water quality management software solution including implementation and training services for a one year term with one year optional extensions, in an amount not to exceed $38,380 for one-time start-up costs and an annual amount not to exceed $38,125 with a Consumer Price Index escalator for software subscriptions, plus a 15% contingency for as-needed extra services; and authorize the Public Utilities General Manager, or designees, to execute the agreement and related documents, including any cost-neutral amendments, and any documents contemplated by the agreement and to take the necessary actions to implement, fund, and administer the agreement. 16. Approve License Agreement (Number FB2520-25XXX-2438) with the United States Air Force Technical Applications Center for ground-based sensor equipment installation at 425 S. Harbor Boulevard for a five year term; and authorize the Chief of Police to execute the agreement. Item No. 16: Council Member Leon recorded a recusal for Item No. 16 due to a conflict of interest as his employer is the Federal Government. Council Member Leon left the Council Chamber at 8:20 p.m. Discussion. MOTION: NM/NK ROLL CALL VOTE: 6-0-1 (AYES: Mayor Aitken and Council Members Meeks, Balius, Rubalcava, Kurtz, and Maahs; ABSTENTION (Recusal): Council Member Leon). Motion carried. Council Member Leon returned to the Council Chamber at 8:20 p.m. 17. Approve an agreement with Joseph Sakoda, in the amount of $276,282 with an annual 10% contingency for as-needed extra services, to provide a Fitness & Recovery Training Program for a five year term; and authorize the Fire Chief, or designees, to execute the agreement and related documents, including any cost-neutral amendments, and any documents contemplated by the agreement and to take the necessary actions to implement, fund, and administer the agreement. 18. Approve the appointment and related Employment Agreement with Heather Allen for the appointment to the position of Planning and Building Director, effective March 28, 2025; and authorize the City Manager to execute and administer the agreement. Item No. 18 Discussion. MOTION: NK/KM ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953 and prior to final action by Council on Item No. 18, City Clerk Theresa Bass announced the action before Council is the approval of 10 March 25, 2025 the appointment of Heather Allen to the position of Planning and Building Director and the related agreement which outlines that the position is “at-will” pursuant to Section 1.2 of Personnel Rules and Policies covering Non-Represented Full-Time with an annual salary of $231,703, and all those benefits and perquisites provided to Executive Managers, effective March 28, 2025. 19. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-018 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Director of Community Services or designee (“Director”) to accept all grants from KABOOM!, Inc. (“KABOOM!”) on behalf of the City of Anaheim for the installation and maintenance of playground equipment at Maxwell Park, authorizing the Director to execute all required grant documents and amending the budget accordingly [city contribution amount of up to $125,876]. Approve and authorize the Director of Community Services, or designee, to execute the 2025 Playspace Partner Agreement with KABOOM! and act as the agent of the city on all matters concerning the grant programs and accept future stipends and funds received from KABOOM! for maintenance of the playground equipment at Maxwell Park. Item No. 19 Discussion. MOTION: RB/CL ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. 20. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-019 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the transfer and expenditure of one million dollars ($1,000,000) of Pro Housing Funds from the Anaheim Local Housing Trust Fund to the Anaheim Housing Authority as part of the Authority’s subsidy to cause construction, completion and operation of a 47-unit intergenerational affordable rental housing project for extremely low income seniors and transitional age youth pursuant to an affordable housing agreement (Intergenerational Senior/Tay Project) between the Authority and Lincoln Beach LP; and making certain other findings in connection therewith [located at 208 S. Beach Boulevard, formerly 130 S. Beach Boulevard]. 21. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-020 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM providing supplemental wage and benefits to city employees called to involuntary active-duty military service with the United States Armed Forces. 22. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-021 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting a Memorandum of Understanding establishing terms and conditions of employment for employees in classifications represented by Teamsters, Local 952 [effective January 1, 2025 through March 1, 2026]. 23. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-022 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM approving the implementation of a pilot program authorizing Paramedic Special Assignment Pay for Ambulance Operators [effective July 1, 2025 through January 1, 2026, or six (6) months from the start date of the next recruitment, whichever is later]. ORDINANCE NO. 6605 (INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Section .030 of Chapter 1.05 of Title 1 of the Anaheim Municipal Code [establishes the rules for administering the City’s personnel system, including classified and exempt service positions]. 11 March 25, 2025 24. ORDINANCE NO. 6606 (INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Section 1.04.960 of Chapter 1.04 of Title 1 to change the name of the Senior Citizen Commission to the Older Adults Commission and repealing Section 13.04.035 of Chapter 13.04 of Title 1 of the Anaheim Municipal Code relating to the Parks and Recreation Commission [including removing reference of a Senior Citizen Advisory Subcommittee of the Parks and Recreation Commission]. 25. ORDINANCE NO. 6607 (INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Section 3.04.140 (License Application) of Chapter 3.04 (General Provisions) of Title 3 (Business Licenses) and Section 17.38.060 (Interest) of Chapter 17.38 (Deferral of Certain Impact Fees) of Title 17 (Land Development and Resources) of the Anaheim Municipal Code and finding and determining that this ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment because there is no possibility it will have a significant effect on the environment and it is not a project pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(c)(2), 15060(c)(3) and 15378 [amendments to the Anaheim Municipal Code to clarify the business license application process and disclosure requirements for contractors and subcontractors and amend the fee deferral program related to the collection of interest on designated residential development projects]. Item No. 25 Discussion. MOTION: NK/AA ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. 26. ORDINANCE NO. 6604 (ADOPTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending a portion of Ordinance No. 6601, nunc pro tunc, to correct clerical drafting errors pertaining to the amendment of certain sections of the Anaheim Municipal Code [correct a clerical drafting error in Ordinance No. 6601, pertaining to the amendment of Chapter 18.04 (Single-Family Residential Zones) and Chapter 18.114 (Disneyland Resort Specific Plan No. 92-1(SP92-1) Zoning and Development Standards) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Anaheim Municipal Code; Introduced at the Council meeting of March 4, 2025; Item No. 14]. 27. Approve minutes of the City Council meetings of August 20, 2024 and September 10, 2024. Item No. 27: Council Member Balius recorded an abstention for Item No. 27. MOTION: RB/KM ROLL CALL VOTE: 6-0-1 (AYES: Mayor Aitken and Council Members Meeks, Leon, Rubalcava, Kurtz, and Maahs; ABSTENTION: Council Member Balius). Motion carried. BUSINESS CALENDAR: 28. Receive an update regarding the Police Department’s street takeover enforcement efforts [informational item]. Discussion. Informational item; no action taken. 29. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-023 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM recognizing the Middle Eastern and North African community and supporting Assembly Bill 91 “MENA Inclusion Act.” Item No. 29 Discussion. MOTION: CL/AA to approve the resolution as amended replacing the word “support” with “recognize” in recital No. 3 of the resolution. ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. 12 March 25, 2025 5:30 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING: 30. Withdrawn by the appellant. PLANNING AND ZONING APPLICATION NO. 2024-00546 PROJECT LOCATION: The approximately 0.19-acre property is located at 402 North Lemon Street, at the northeast corner of Lemon Street and Adele Street. REQUEST: The applicant requests approval of exterior alterations to a Mills Act property to permit and retain the replacement of all wood windows with vinyl windows. This request was denied by the Planning and Building Director. Pursuant to Anaheim Municipal Code Section 18.60.135, appeals of a decision made by the Planning and Building Director are subject to review by the Planning Commission, which was denied. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: Pursuant to Section 15270 of the State California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, Sections 15000-15387), CEQA does not apply to disapproved projects. ACTION TAKEN BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION: Approved Resolution No. PC2025-003, denying the appeal of the Planning and Building Director’s decision to deny the proposed modifications to the Mills Act property, thereby denying Planning and Zoning Application No. 2024-00546. VOTE: 6-1 (Chairperson Walker and Commissioners Castro, Kelly, Lieberman, Perez, and Tran-Martin voted yes; Commissioner Abdulrahman voted no). (Planning Commission meeting of January 27, 2025) Appealed by: Colony Asset Management, William (Bill) Taormina. Item No. 30 Item withdrawn. REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS: None PUBLIC COMMENTS (non-agenda items): None (opened only if any remaining non-agenda speakers were not called to speak during the first Public Comment period) COUNCIL AGENDA SETTING: Council Member Kurtz requested to agendize an ordinance that ensures the safety of workers and customers in grocery stores. Mayor Pro Tem Meeks requested to agendize a social host ordinance prior to July 4th to address illegal fireworks. Council Member Leon requested to agendize a recognition for the Anaheim Union High School District student ambassadors and student representative to the Board of Trustees. Council Member Rubalcava requested to agendize a discussion on a City-led Girls in Government initiative, a resolution for the vacant Caltrans property release for a new fire station, and recognizing District 3 resident James Oregel for his long-time contributions to Anaheim High School’s football booster club. Mayor Aitken requested to agendize beautification projects on vacant City parcels and potential changes to the City’s Billboard Ordinance. ADJOURNMENT: 9:22 p.m. Next regular City Council meeting is scheduled for April 8, 2025. 13 March 25, 2025 All agenda items and reports are available for review in the City Clerk’s Office and www.anaheim.net/councilagendas, and the Central Library. Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda (other than writings legally exempt from public disclosure) will be available at the Office of the City Clerk, located at 200 S. 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