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04/08/2025ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 8, 2025 The regular meeting of April 8, 2025 was called to order at 4:01 p.m. in the Council Chamber of Anaheim City Hall, located at 200 South Anaheim Boulevard. The meeting notice, agenda, and related material were duly posted on April 3, 2025. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ashleigh E. Aitken and Council Members Natalie Meeks, Carlos A. Leon, Norma Campos Kurtz, and Kristen M. Maahs. Council Member Ryan Balius and Council Member Natalie Rubalcava joined the meeting during Closed Session. STAFF PRESENT: Assistant City Manager Greg Garcia, City Attorney Robert Fabela, and City Clerk Theresa Bass ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION: None PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS: None CLOSED SESSION: At 4:02 p.m., Mayor Aitken recessed to closed session for consideration of the following: 1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION (Subdivision (d)(1) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code) Name of Case: Julie Lynn Hannon v. City of Anaheim, et al., OCSC Case No.: 30-2024- 01374166 2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION (Subdivision (d)(1) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code) Name of Case: Jane Doe v. City of Anaheim, et al., USDC Case No. 8:24-CV-1499 JWH (KESx) 3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION (Subdivision (d)(1) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code) Name of Case: Grandma's House of Hope v. City of Anaheim, et al, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2022-01241823 At 5:01 p.m., Mayor Aitken reconvened the Anaheim City Council. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ashleigh E. Aitken and Council Members Natalie Meeks, Ryan Balius, Carlos A. Leon, Natalie Rubalcava, Norma Campos Kurtz, and Kristen M. Maahs INVOCATION: Chaplain Nathan Zug, Anaheim Police and Fire FLAG SALUTE: Council Member Carlos A. Leon PRESENTATIONS: Recognizing Anaheim High School's Girls Water Polo Team for winning CIF Championship. Mayor Aitken recognized the Anaheim High School Girls Water Polo Team for securing their first -ever CIF Division 6 Championship against Nordhoff High School. She shared that it is the school's first City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 2 of 32 section title in any girls sport. She added that the team was led to victory by Coach of the Year Denise Osorio and highlighted Player of the Year Emily Maldonado and All -CIF team Layla Gonzalez and Hannah Grubbs. She noted that the win is a true testament to the players and coaches and recognized the parents who helped the players along their journey. Coach Denise Osorio, Assistant Coach Daniel Flude, Assistant Coach Randy Butler, and Anaheim High School's Girls Water Polo Team accepted the recognition. Coach Osorio thanked the families that supported the team and the community that supported the program. She noted that it took over five years to build the program from scratch. She thanked Coach Randy, Coach Daniel, and the athletes who played a big part in the program. She congratulated the team for making history for the school. Recognizing Orange County Conservation Corps for their efforts with the Watershed Protection Mission in Los Angeles County during the recent wildfires. Mayor Aitken recognized the Orange County Conservation Corps, who were dispatched to protect the watersheds in Los Angeles County. She noted that the Conservation Corps spent nearly two weeks working on the watershed protection mission to help install filter barriers in and around the burn areas to keep hazardous materials from entering storm drains and flowing into waterways and the community. She thanked the members of the Orange County Conservation Corps for helping the community. Orange County Conservation Corps, Senior Manager, Susan Soria and volunteers accepted the recognition. Recognizing Joe Baldo as the 2025 Bishop's Award Honoree at the 22nd Annual Conference on Business & Ethics. Mayor Aitken recognized Joe Baldo, recipient of the Bishop's Award for Exemplary Business Integrity. She shared that his volunteer roles led him to juvenile hall in Orange to engage local youth and provide guidance and positive interactions. She reported that Mr. Baldo founded Higher Ground Youth & Family Services in 2012, a nonprofit family resource center supporting youth and families in the community. She added that Higher Ground operates out of Lincoln Park in Downtown Anaheim and provides youth tutoring, development programs, STEM education, music and art therapy, sports, a community garden, free meals, and a family wellness center that offers counseling at no cost. She shared that Mr. Baldo and his wife Barbara, are Catholic educators in Orange County and are dedicated to the betterment of underserved communities. Mr. Baldo thanked the City for believing in him and Higher Ground. He shared that it has been an honor to serve families in Anaheim. ACCEPTANCE OF OTHER RECOGNITIONS To be presented at a later date): Recognizing April 6 - 12, 2025, as National Library Week Recognizing April 21 - 25, 2025, as National Community Development Week Recognizing April 2025, as DMV Donate Life California Month Recognizing April 2025, as Arab American Heritage Month Recognizing April 2025, as National Poetry Month City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 3 of 32 At 5:12 p.m., Mayor Aitken called the Anaheim Housing Authority to order in joint session with the City Council. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDAS: None PUBLIC COMMENTS (all agenda items, except public hearing)- 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 statement. City Clerk Theresa Bass reported that a total of 20 public comments were received electronically prior to 2:00 p.m. [A final total of 21 public comments were received electronically, distributed to the City Council, and made part of the official records]. — See Appendix. R. Joshua Collins shared that there is a 93% shortage of affordable housing units in the area. He requested that the City do more toward affordable housing. He shared that he contacted City Net for unhoused individuals and was informed that there were no available beds. He requested easier access to emergency shelter and affordable housing. He commended the individuals addressing the City Council to share their experiences. He suggested a call -in method for Council meetings or greater accessibility for homeless individuals with animals and property in their care. Mathew Peek reported that, following the death of his wife, he received a 30-day notice to vacate from his housing voucher, because she was the head of household. He explained that City Net informed him there were no available beds and that he had been living on the street for two months. Mayor Aitken referred Mr. Peek to Deputy Director of Housing and Community Development Sandra Lozeau to explore what resources are available to him and how the City can provide assistance. Paul Velez shared that he has been moving in and out of shelters while working with a Housing Coordinator, but has made no progress. He echoed Mr. Collins' comments, noting challenges with addressing the City Council for assistance. He welcomed any assistance the City Council could offer Mayor Aitken referred Mr. Velez to Deputy Director Lozeau. Cassandra Perez, District Director for Congressman Lou Correa, read a letter on his behalf. "Dear Anaheim City Council, I'm writing to express my support for Item No. 18, a resolution reaffirming Anaheim as a Welcoming City, a place where residents and their families can feel a deep sense of belonging, safety, and pride. In a time when communities across the nation are striving to define their values, this resolution affirms that Anaheim remains committed to being a city that welcomes all while upholding the public safety of its residents as one of its highest priorities for the thousands of immigrants and refugees who call Anaheim home. This designation sends a clear and reassuring message that their contributions are recognized, their presence is valued, and their families are part of the social and economic fabric that makes this City stronger. The City's diverse population has long played a critical role in driving innovation, supporting local businesses, and enriching the community's cultural identity. At the same time, Anaheim is a world -class destination, welcoming millions of visitors each year from across the globe. The City's commitment to being a welcoming place extends beyond its residents, shaping the experiences of travelers who come to enjoy its offerings. Ensuring that everyone, whether here for a day or a lifetime, feels safe and respected is key to sustaining Anaheim's reputation as a City open to all. Public safety remains central to this commitment. Reaffirming Anaheim's status as a Welcoming City, reinforces the idea that safety and inclusion are consistent priorities. They are shared goals that strengthen the entire City Council Minutes of April 8, 2021, Page 4 of 32 community. This resolution is an important step in continuing to build trust, support families, and celebrate the diversity that defines the City. Thank you for your consideration." David Martinez with Climate Action Campaign requested that the City Council oppose Item No. 17. He explained that Rules 1111 and 1121 have gone through significant review and would not ban or phase out gas furnaces and water heaters. He noted the rules would regulate the proportion between gas and electric water heaters and furnaces that a manufacturer can create. He reported that manufacturers pay a fee when they are out of compliance with the proportions. He added that the rules have been found to be cost-effective by the Air Quality Management District (AQMD) and have been found to lower bills. He highlighted the numerous rebates available for upfront costs to residents switching from gas to electric. He noted that the rules have been supported by the Sierra Club, the Coalition for Clean Air, Earth Justice, Climate Action Campaign, and other organizations working towards the betterment of the environment. He requested that the City Council oppose Item No. 17. Hailey Sotelo, an organizer with the OC Youth Movement, addressed the City Council on Item No. 18. She shared that she has been fortunate to grow up in a diverse community. She added that Anaheim is not only a tourist destination but a City with traditions and a hard-working community. She explained that reaffirming Anaheim as a Welcoming City ensures that Anaheim continues to thrive and work towards inclusivity of all people regardless of immigration status or primary language. She added that reaffirming the City as a Welcoming City is a promise to constituents that Anaheim is a place where all individuals are welcome. Eliana Sotelo shared that youth deserve a place where they feel welcome and accepted. She shared that her classmates are fearful and the Welcoming City resolution would reassure them, knowing that the City welcomes all people regardless of immigration status. Kassandra Garcia, a youth leader with the OC Youth Movement, requested that the City Council support Item No. 18 to reaffirm the City's designation as a Welcoming City that respects the dignity of all people and promotes an environment that fosters inclusion of all residents. She shared that growing up in Anaheim has provided her with the opportunity to experience diverse cultures, vibrant communities, and rich history. She noted that nearly 40% of all residents are immigrants or children of immigrants. She highlighted Anaheim's immigrant origins and explained the importance of reassurance to the community to reaffirm the City's designation as a Welcoming City. She explained that families are living in fear of deportation and uncertainty. She highlighted the impacts on youth and the effects on students' mental health and sense of safety and belonging. Dulce Sotelo with the OC Youth Movement expressed her support for Item No. 18. She expressed her pride in the youth activists but disappointment in the City Council. She explained that the City Council's silence has informed the community of their stance on the issues. She shared that residents are moving to neighboring cities to feel welcome in the community and the neighborhoods they live in. She encouraged the City Council to reaffirm the City's Welcoming City status to ensure that people in the community feel welcome, safe, and appreciated for their contributions to the City. Paul Hyek commented on Item No. 16 and suggested using motels for shelter for homeless individuals. He suggested boarding up buildings and checking plumbing for buildings on 39 Commons. Margee Hills, Vice -Chair of the Sierra Club, Angeles Chapter, commented on the updates to Rules 1111 and 1121 proposed by the South Coast Air Quality Management District. She shared that the Sierra Club supports the updates to reduce indoor air pollution and nitrogen oxides in the atmosphere. She highlighted the long-term financial benefits of the rules, which lower energy bills and rebates offered by AQMD, economic growth associated with transitioning to zero -emission appliances, reduced health care costs, and flexibility to choose between traditional gas or zero- City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 5 of 32 emission units. She noted investing in gas -free appliances helps the environment and leads to financial savings, job creation, improved community health, and increased home value. She acknowledged Council Member Kurtz's work on the issue and her concerns for constituents. She noted the AQMD will not vote on the item until June and requested that the City Council oppose the resolution. Vern Nelson echoed public comments requesting that the City Council oppose Item No. 17. He congratulated the OC Youth Movement for requesting and advancing progress on Item No. 18. He requested an update on Council Member Rubalcava's request for enforcement of State Tenant Protection laws. He noted the loss of tourism dollars due to policies and tariffs implemented by President Trump. He highlighted Mayor Aitken's letter to Angels owner Arte Moreno and requested that the City negotiate the stadium lease to generate additional revenue. He announced an Anaheim Democrats Club meeting on April 101n and a concert at the Unitarian Church on April 12tn Jeanine Robbins criticized the City's position toward companies, developers, and tourists compared to residents. She explained that residents live in subpar housing, criticized actions by the APD, lawsuits with Grandma's House of Hope, and actions toward the homeless population. She recalled her experience with a dispatcher, following her concern over an individual being dragged into an unmarked vehicle, who informed her that APD would not interfere with other law enforcement agencies. She added that residents would be forced to investigate and endanger themselves. Penelope Lopez, Organizing Director at Chispa, expressed her support for Item No. 18 to reaffirm the City's commitment as a Welcoming City. She explained that immigrants are a vital part of Anaheim, with nearly 40% of residents being immigrants or children of immigrants. She added that immigrants contribute to the economy and build a vibrant culture in the City. She shared that residents hesitate to call for help, access services, or participate in public life due to fear. She added that the resolution must lead to action to ensure that public spaces are free from fear. She commended the young individuals who addressed the City Council. She encouraged the City Council to support Item No. 18 and urged them to have the courage to stand with impacted families and youth in the community. Mazatl T. Tepehyolotzin thanked Mayor Aitken for taking pictures with a mural in the community. He expressed his support for Item No. 18. He shared his experiences and highlighted the City's recognition of Indigenous Peoples' Day. He urged the City Council to support Item No. 18. He stressed the importance of education and understanding ethnic backgrounds. Mark Richard Daniels commented on the sentencing of former Mayor Harry Sidhu. He requested that the entire JL Investigative Report be made publicly available. He commented on the state of Angel Stadium and recommended that the Stadium Commission be brought back. Raul Aguino Rojas, a Disney Ambassador at the Disneyland Resort, provided updates on events at the Disneyland Resort, including fire relief donation drives to support those affected by the fires in Los Angeles. He shared that 52,000 items were packed and donated to shelter partnerships in Los Angeles. He added that the Walt Disney Company committed $15 million to organizations, including the American Red Cross, the Los Angeles Fire Department, and the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, to respond and rebuild following the fires. He highlighted the "Heroes Tickets" being offered to first responders and guests to enjoy two one -day Park Hopper tickets. He shared that the Disneyland Resort supported 17 workforce development workshops in the first quarter, which served nearly 250 Anaheim Union High School District (AUHSD) students. He highlighted partnerships with Orange County United Way for the Career Connection Program to focus on interviews and presentation skills and the mentoring program with Big Brothers and Big Sisters. He noted a youth career exploration event held in collaboration with OCAPICA for middle school and high school students. He shared that the Disneyland Half Marathon took place between January 30 and February 2 and highlighted Mayor City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 6 of 32 Aitken's participation. He noted the California Adventure Food and Wine Festival is taking place from February 28 through April 21. Irma (translation: Spanish) requested assistance from Council Members regarding citations being issued to food trucks. She noted the trucks are permitted, but a police officer has been issuing citations. She requested the City Council's assistance to allow her and her team to work. Mayor Aitken requested that the City Manager connect Irma with Code Enforcement. Council Member Kurtz requested their contact information. Matthew Duncan highlighted the City of Yorba Linda's approach to urban coyote existence recommended by the Department of Fish and Wildlife. He provided the City Council Members with coyote scare sticks, which are used to effectively scare coyotes. Card #7037 commented on Mayor Aitken's recent letter to Angels owner Arte Moreno and the sentencing of former Mayor Harry Sidhu. She requested a critical reflection on the governance, transparency, and trustworthiness of Anaheim's leadership. She shared that the letter does not address mismanagement of the stadium and requested clear acknowledgement and meaningful change for the residents. She cited a need for transparency and accountability. She questioned the feasibility of promises of public investment based on financial mismanagement. She requested that the City Council listen to residents and demanded transparency for residents. Cecil Jordan Corkern expressed concern over the Disney company and the treatment of employees. He mentioned additional concerns over Disney's content. Mike Robbins reported that through the residents' efforts, the Angel Stadium deal did not move forward. He criticized the funds provided to Visit Anaheim during the pandemic. He suggested moving the marketing services in-house to control funding. He noted the funds provided to Visit Anaheim could be returned to the City to pay debts and balance the budget. He suggested terminating the contract with Visit Anaheim or realigning their funding. Ruben Greg Soto expressed concerns over his safety. He spoke about his experience with churches. Tanya Navarro, Community Organizer with Chispa, expressed her support for the OC Youth Movement. She thanked Council Member Leon for agendizing Item No. 18 and meeting with youth organizers. She reported that the resolution does not offer enforceable protections for the immigrant community, including a policy restricting City officials' involvement with immigration enforcement or policies preventing biased policing. She cited the City of Santa Ana's ordinance as an example with a clear and enforceable protection. She explained that the City's resolution includes vague commitments. She urged the City Council to strengthen the proposed resolution and incorporate concrete and enforceable protections. Marc Herbert referenced Mr. Collins' comments on public engagement for the unhoused population. He spoke about the Mayor's letter to Angels owner Arte Moreno and criticized the City's transparency. He questioned the lack of discussion on the Housing Element Annual Report from the previous Council meeting. He mentioned the sponsors of the previous State of the City and questioned donations from departments, given the City's deficit, and donations from Visit Anaheim. Bryan Kaye expressed his condolences for the loss of Supervisor Katrina Foley's grandmother. He highlighted Yesenia Rojas and criticized the APD's treatment of her. He requested that the City Council review court documents for fraud. City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 7 of 32 COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS: Council Member Kurtz highlighted the resolution approved at the last Council meeting regarding the City providing supplemental wage and benefits to city employees called to involuntary active -duty military service with the United States Armed Forces. She stated she is proud of the City of Anaheim's commitment to military reservists, and she thanked staff for their initiative. Council Member Kurtz shared photographs of the Olive Elementary School Resource Fair she attended. She thanked all the nonprofits, City departments, students, and residents who attended the event. Council Member Kurtz thanked Public Works and Public Utilities for participating in the event and for being good neighbors as both departments have City service yards in the neighborhood. Council Member Kurtz expressed pride in the City of Anaheim employees who participated in the Big Give Day of Service highlighting the positive impact on residents. She thanked the Anaheim Police Department's non -sworn personnel who provided haircuts and manicures for residents at Tyrol Plaza Senior Apartments. Council Member Maahs highlighted and shared photographs of events she attended, including the grand reopening and ribbon cutting ceremony of the Hyundai Dealership on March 27. She thanked Economic Development Director Sergio Ramirez, Senior Project Manager Darrell Chin and the Economic Development team for addressing problems along the way. On March 27, she also attended the Anaheim Police Department's promotional ceremony. She congratulated Police Investigation Technician Ashley Nelson, Senior Secretary Melissa Schindler, and Records Specialist Jolyn Vaicaro. On March 28 she attended the VFW Award Ceremony celebrating Anaheim Firefighter of the Year, Francisco Mora and Police Officer of the Year, Matthew Stachowiak. Elliott Yi wrote an essay called the Voice of Democracy and Bill Le wrote and essay called My Voice in America's Democracy. Teacher of the Year, Lori Ruger and Eagle Scout Robert McPhie were also celebrated. Council Member Maahs thanked City employees for volunteering their time during the Big Give event since everyone's time is their most precious resource. She also thanked Anaheim Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) and American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) for providing the food and refreshments for everyone who volunteered at the event. Council Member Maahs also attended The Big Compost Giveaway event at Angel Stadium on March 29. The event was started in 2015 in collaboration with Republic Services and it was great to see City employees out there for a good cause. She stated that as of April 3rd, there is a new crossing guard at South Junior High School. She thanked Assistant to the City Manager Brittney Malenofski, Public Works, and Police Traffic Office Administrator Suzanne Heath for their efforts. On April 5tn she hosted Coffee with Council Member Maahs at Pioneer Park. She thanked the engaged residents who shared their concerns and ideas, and she stated that she looks forward to working with them over the next few years. Council Member Maahs attended STEAM-A-Palooza at Katella High School. She recognized Alexander and Dylan Terrones, two brothers who tied for first place in the solar car competition. She thanked Anaheim Public Utilities for attending the event. Council Member Maahs announced that there will be an Easter Eggstravaganza at Maxwell Park on April 12cn Council Member Balius thanked the Fire Department for containing a fire within 20 minutes at a senior living facility. They rescued three residents through their balconies and brought them down to safety. He also thanked the Police Department for their role in evacuating the facility. Mayor Pro Tern Meeks stated that Mayor Aitken sent a letter to Arte Moreno and Angels Baseball, expressing her desire to keep Angels Baseball in Anaheim, a goal shared by herself and the majority of Anaheim residents. However, the letter also outlined very specific deal points for future negotiations regarding the stadium and the team. Mayor Pro Tern Meeks stated she was disappointed that the letter was sent without the input or concurrence of her Council colleagues. Mayor Pro Tern Meeks stated that the go it alone approach did not prove successful, as evidenced by the previous failed stadium deal. She stated that the City Council today is very different than the City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 8 of 32 previous Council. Time after time, the current Council has proven to be very collaborative, working as a team for the betterment and the success of Anaheim. Although often sharing different points of view, everyone has respectfully disagreed and moved forward in service to Anaheim. She stated that this Council has collaborated and approved big projects together including OCVIBE which is rapidly coming out of the ground, the fruits of Disneyland Forward which will generate some exciting announcements in the very near future, and a new agreement with the Angels could be the next big project, but it must be done with thoughtful collaboration. Mayor Pro Tern Meeks stated that so many are quick to be critical of this current state of affairs surrounding Angel Stadium including Sacramento, media, even former Council Members, and others but they are forgetting where Anaheim was and what this Council has addressed. The last several years, Council settled the lawsuit breaking ground on a new fire station, the state audit was completed, one stadium condition assessment was completed, and Council is directing a second comprehensive stadium assessment. All these issues were inherited by the current Council, but they are moving forward through collaboration with solutions and together they can do hard things. She stated that moving forward, the negotiation process is very important to her, and she looks forward to working with her Council colleagues, the City Manager and his team, and the Angels to develop a framework and advance negotiations. She stated that some work like completing the stadium assessment must be completed prior to that. Mayor Pro Tem Meeks stated that more importantly, Council must have dialogue and engage the public to determine the City's goals and priorities regarding any future agreement. This includes dialogue with the community, staff, the State, and Council regarding the Surplus Land Act. Mayor Pro Tern Meeks stated she wanted to make it clear where she stands on this. Mayor Aitken stated that the City's charter makes her the spokesperson for the City, and she worked with both the City Attorney's Office and the City Manager's Office, as well as the City's Public Information Officer to let them know what she was doing. She stated she is very hesitant to ever speak on behalf of her Council colleagues. Mayor Aitken shared that in her statements she is very specific to use the word "I" when it is her opinion, as opposed to "we", when it is a vote or an action by the City Council. Mayor Aitken stated that given the parameters of the Brown Act, she is not allowed to talk to her Council colleagues about her personal opinions, but she is certainly allowed to voice her opinion on what she thinks is one of the biggest issues that Council is going to be confronting in the next couple of years. Mayor Aitken stated that if there is any concern by her Council colleagues, or if there is any concern by the public about her opinions, she is forthright about them, and she is happy to speak with anyone about her personal opinions at any point. Council Member Leon highlighted and shared photographs of events he attended, including the VFW Award Ceremony honoring individuals who go above and beyond to keep the community safe and strong. He congratulated all the awardees, including Teacher of the Year Lori Ruger, Police Officer of the Year Matthew Stachowiak, and Firefighter of the Year Francisco Mora. Council Member Leon thanked all the students, educators, families, and community partners who helped make this year's STEAM-A-Palooza event a success. The event filled the Magnolia High School campus with a lot of energy and innovation. He stated that it was great to be able to go back to his alma mater and see the campus being used in such an open and welcoming way for everyone. He congratulated everyone who helped make the event possible. Council Member Leon recognized the cadets from Sunburst Youth Academy's Class 35 Color Guard who recently presented the colors at a Ducks hockey game. The young leaders represented their academy and the community with pride and professionalism. He stated that the work that Sunburst Youth Academy does for students across the region is truly inspiring, and this moment was a great reminder of their impact. Council Member Leon thanked City employees who participated in projects across the City for the Big Give event, including great work that was done in District 2's ABC neighborhood. Council Member Leon congratulated Little Arabia Restaurant, the March Restaurant of the Month. The Little Arabia Restaurant serves rich and authentic flavors of Lebanon in the heart of Little Arabia on Brookhurst Street. They serve juicy chicken kebabs, fresh salads, and offer a welcoming space where culture and cuisine come together. City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 9 of 32 Council Member Leon congratulated Gamboa Berry Farms, the March Business of the Month. Gamboa Berry Farms is located off Euclid Street just south of Cerritos Avenue. Manuel Gamboa continues his father's legacy, growing some of the sweetest strawberries in Anaheim. Council Member Leon shared that he is not a big fan of strawberries, but the strawberries at Gamboa Berry Farms are good. He stated that as the City has grown and changed, Gamboa Berry Farms remains a connection to Anaheim's agricultural roots and a symbol of tradition, resilience and local pride. Council Member Leon invited everyone to the 3rd Annual Children's Day Fun Fair on Sunday, April 13, at Barton Park from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. There will be games, prizes, arts and crafts, and plenty of family friendly fun. He stated that it will be a great way to spend the day outdoors with neighbors and to celebrate the community's youngest members. Council Member Leon shared that his office will be hosting Knafeh with Carlos on April 29 at Knafeh Cafe in Little Arabia. He shared that Knafeh is a popular Middle Eastern dessert made with shredded pastry dough, sweet cheese syrup, and topped with pistachios. Fire Chief Russell and Police Chief Armendariz will be attending as well. He invited all District 2 residents and business owners to stop by for a sweet treat, a conversation, to provide feedback, and to ask questions. Council Member Rubalcava highlighted and shared photographs of events she attended. She congratulated the Anaheim Police Department teams who participated in the Baker to Vegas race for their outstanding performance and making Anaheim proud once again. Out of 258 teams, the Anaheim Elite placed 5th overall, maintaining the title of fastest team in Orange County, and the Anaheim SLUGS placed 58" overall. She explained that the Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup Relay is 120 miles, 20 stage foot relay race for law enforcement teams, starting in Baker, California and ending in Las Vegas, Nevada. Council Member Rubalcava congratulated Officer Castro in attendance at the Council meeting for representing not only the females at the Anaheim Police Department, but also the department. She requested to recognize participants at a future Council meeting. Council Member Rubalcava highlighted the Big Give. She stated that her husband is an Anaheim employee, her dad was a City employee for 40 years, and it was an honor to work alongside many City employees in recognition of Cesar Chavez Day. Council Member Rubalcava participated in a cleanup at Higher Ground, and she assisted with power washing a sidewalk. She worked alongside Anaheim Fire & Rescue, Public Utilities, and adorable kids that were there with their parents. Council Member Rubalcava stated that women initiatives and making sure that women are represented in Anaheim as employees or in positions that are high ranking in the City is important to her. She stated that this is her third year hosting a Women in Leadership Summit, and she noted that it was a sold - out event bringing together many elected females from across the county. She thanked the Anaheim Police Association and the Association of Orange County Deputy Sheriffs for sponsoring the event. Both the Anaheim Police Department and Orange County Sheriffs Department had an all -female color guard there. Council Member Rubalcava noted that the objective of the event is to ensure that women continue to reach across the aisle on strategic initiatives that strengthen communities and create opportunities for future collaboration. She noted that Mayor Aitken was one of the speakers the first year. Council Member Rubalcava highlighted a local entrepreneur, Little Chef, a baked goods business of a wrestler who wrestles with her daughters. She noted that Little Chef participates in the Fullerton Farmers Market, and she asked everyone to purchase their baked goods from Little Chef. Little Chef recently provided, at no charge, all baked goods for a wrestling banquet. Council Member Rubalcava highlighted Emerald Pointe, a new housing development in Anaheim. She stated that District 3 is one of the most diverse districts in the City with a Historic District, very low income and working-class areas, and newer development that is arising in commercial areas. Emerald Pointe is located off Lincoln Avenue and Euclid Street. They have had some growing pains in the area with a significant number of unhoused individuals unfortunately residing in and impacting on the quality of life for residents. She thanked the Anaheim Police Department, Public Utilities, the Housing and Community Development Department and Deputy Director, and Code Enforcement for working alongside the developer to ensure that the residents who have invested in the City are comfortable where they live. Council Member Rubalcava stated that Housing and Community Development City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 10 of 32 Deputy Director Sandra Lozeau has been part of the initiative that has been going on for quite some time, but the City is making progress. She was happy to report that staff were there this past weekend to help address some additional issues. Council Member Rubalcava congratulated Anaheim residents who were part of the Girl Scouts of Orange County Cookie Entrepreneur 1000+ Club. Council Members donated their suite tickets and hosted the young ladies for their effort. Council Member Rubalcava requested to adjourn the meeting in memory of Virginia Caroline Wilcox -Spence who worked as a teacher in the Anaheim Elementary School District for 43 years. She turned 101 on September 30, 2024 and unfortunately, she passed away. CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE: City Manager Vanderpool highlighted and shared photographs of events he attended, including serving on the panel at the Orange County Council of Governments Conference to share the amazing work that Anaheim does in restoring public spaces. He stated that the theme was Collaboration and Innovative Problem Solving and he shared insight on the citywide initiative to address homelessness called Restoring Our Public Spaces. City Manager Vanderpool shared that it has truly been a joint effort, including almost every City department, county and state agencies, nonprofits, and service providers. The collaboration has been critical in addressing homelessness from every angle, with compassion first, enforcement last. He shared that the City's public safety teams continue to support the community and kids. Anaheim Fire & Rescue and the Anaheim Police Department joined the Team Kids Program. It helps empower kids, helping them discover their capabilities and power to be leaders. The kids held a charity carnival at Maxwell Elementary School to raise money for Orange County Animal Care. City Manager Vanderpool shared that the Big Give was recently held in Anaheim. He stated that he appreciates all the positive comments from the dais regarding City employees. The event also marked the end of the Annual Giving Campaign where City employees donate financially to local nonprofits. City Manager Vanderpool shared that the Emprendedor@s program is back. The free eight -week class is for Spanish speaking entrepreneurs in Anaheim. They will gain business skills and expert knowledge on how to start, market, and grow their business. Whether someone is starting out or looking to level up, this is an opportunity they will not want to miss. Classes are every Monday, from April 21 through June 23 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Spots are limited and anyone who is interested in more details can visit Anaheim. net/emprendedors At 6:51 p.m., Mayor Aitken recessed the Anaheim City Council to address the Anaheim Housing Authority agenda and reconvened at 6:51 p.m. CONSENT CALENDAR: The Consent Calendar was considered with Council Member Balius pulling Item Nos. 7 and 8 and Council Member Kurtz pulling Item Nos. 6 and 12 for separate consideration. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Meeks 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 Maahs. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Meeks, Balius, Leon, Rubalcava, Kurtz, and Maahs); NOES — 0. Motion carried. B105 3. Receive and file minutes of the Community Services Board meeting of February 13, 2025, Cultural and Heritage Commission meeting of February 20, 2025, Parks and Recreation Commission meetings of August 28, 2024, September 25, 2024, October 23, 2024, December 4, 2024, January 22, 2025, and February 26, 2025, and Public Utilities Board meeting of February 26, 2025. City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 11 of 32 D116 4. Approve recognitions recognizing Anaheim Union High School District Student Ambassadors and the student representative to the Board of Trustees; and James Oregel for his commitment to Anaheim High School Football Booster Club since 1973. B105 5. Approve the appointment of Jennifer Sasai to the Sister City Commission representing the Educational Sector, with a term ending December 31, 2028, 9. Approve the Agreement for Maintenance of Traffic Signals and Safety Lighting with the City of AGR-15283 Fullerton for five shared intersections; and authorize the Director of Public Works to take such actions as are necessary to implement and administer the agreement [Lemon Street and Liberty Avenue; Lemon Street and Orangefair Avenue; Lemon Street and Orangethorpe Avenue; Orangethorpe Avenue and Raymond Avenue; and Orangethorpe Avenue and State College Boulevard]. AGR-1528410. Approve an agreement with Empower Retirement, LLC as the Defined Contribution Plan Provider for a five year period effective July 1, 2025, with two one-year optional extensions, and authorize the Human Resources Director to execute and administer the agreement. 11. Approve a Service Agreement with Entisys Solutions, Inc., dba e360 (e360), to implement a AGR-15285 new phone system for a total not to exceed amount of $1,692,366 plus a 20% contingency, and provide support and licensing for a five-year initial term for $276,408 annually starting in year two plus a 5% contingency, for a full contract amount of $2,797,998.93; and authorize the Finance Director/City Treasurer, or designee, to execute the agreement and related documents, and to take the necessary actions to implement and administer the agreement. M142 13. ORDINANCE NO. 6606 (ADOPTION) 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; Introduced at the Council meeting of March 25, 2025; Item No. 24]. M142 14. ORDINANCE NO. 6607 _ (ADOPTION) 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; Introduced at the Council meeting of March 25, 2025; Item No. 25]. City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 12 of 32 D114 15. Approve minutes of the City Council meetings of January 14, 2025 and March 4, 2025. BUSINESS CALENDAR: AGR-15280 6. Approve Contract MA# 106-498427 with Proforce Marketing, Inc. dba Proforce Law Enforcement for the purchase of law enforcement tactical equipment, technology, and related products for outfitting the Anaheim Police Department, in a cumulative amount not to exceed $3,750,000 (projected cost for initial year is $1,500,000), inclusive of all applicable taxes and fees, effective through March 5, 2026 with three optional one-year renewals; and authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute all necessary contractual documents related to contract in accordance with Cooperative Contract# OD-402-24 between Purchasing Cooperative of America and Proforce Marketing, Inc. dba Proforce Law Enforcement. Purchasing Agent Kari Bouffard reported that the contract is for the procurement of tactical equipment and related products from Proforce Law Enforcement through a Cooperative Purchasing Agreement. She noted that in collaboration with the Anaheim Police Department, the Central Purchasing Office assessed the Cooperative Agreement and confirmed that a competitive solicitation was conducted by a trusted public agency and was compliant with the City's procurement policies and regulations. She shared the strategic benefits of leveraging cooperative agreements, including volume -based discounts to achieve meaningful cost savings on equipment. She noted the importance of securing pricing and ensuring uninterrupted access to critical equipment, given the cost of raw materials and imported components. She added that the Central Purchasing Office will continue to monitor pricing and negotiate further discounts to maximize value. DISCUSSION: Council Member Kurtz requested additional information on the use of cooperative agreements. Purchasing Agent Bouffard explained that to take advantage of a volume discount, the City would use a competitive process that another government entity conducted. She explained that for the proposed contract, the City of O'Donnell, Texas, conducted a competitive bid nationwide to gather a volume discount. She explained that if Anaheim had conducted its own process, the City would not have been able to use the nationwide volume discounts. In response to Council Member Kurtz, Purchasing Agent Bouffard reported that staff will continue to monitor the contract to ensure the best discounts. MOTION: Council Member Kurtz moved to approve Contract MA# 106-498427 with Proforce Marketing, Inc. dba Proforce Law Enforcement for the purchase of law enforcement tactical equipment, technology, and related products for outfitting the Anaheim Police Department, in a cumulative amount not to exceed $3,750,000 (projected cost for initial year is $1,500,000), inclusive of all applicable taxes and fees, effective through March 5, 2026 with three optional one-year renewals; and authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute all necessary contractual documents related to contract in accordance with Cooperative Contract# OD-402-24 between Purchasing Cooperative of America and Proforce Marketing, Inc. dba Proforce Law Enforcement. DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Rubalcava, Purchasing Agent Bouffard explained purchases were as -needed, which would result in delays. She explained that preparing a bid would require a 30-day release and then evaluation. She explained that cooperative agreements allow the City to take a proactive approach and forecast spending. She noted that the contract is for a not -to - exceed amount, meaning the full amount may not be used, but gives the City flexibility to make additional purchases if needed. City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 13 of 32 Council Member Rubalcava asked about the amount the City is paying the consultant. Purchasing Agent Bouffard explained that discounts are provided in the contract for each of the 200 manufacturers. In response to Council Member Rubalcava, Purchasing Agent Bouffard shared that the City is purchasing the items for the listed prices. She explained that the City requests a quote for the items needed and will move forward with the purchase once the quote is confirmed. Council Member Rubalcava inquired how the benefits of the purchasing agreement were assessed. Purchasing Agent Bouffard explained that purchases were assessed as needed, which caused delays. She added that the proposed contract allows the City to plan accordingly. City Manager Vanderpool added that Purchasing Agent Bouffard introduced the use of cooperative agreements to the City. He noted that cooperative contracts are commonly used in the public industry due to pricing benefits. He shared that previously, the Police Department was experiencing issues procuring items. He explained that the cooperative contract will prevent delays for items. In response to Council Member Rubalcava, Purchasing Agent Bouffard reported that the City of O'Donnell conducted a competitive bid and included cooperative contract language. She explained that the language allows any government entity, city, and county throughout the country to utilize the companies that participated in the bid. She further explained that the purchases will be made directly to the company. In response to Council Member Rubalcava, Purchasing Agent Bouffard explained that the initial cost is $1.5 million based on current needs for the first year. She added that staff can return each year outlining the planned purchases; however, the cooperative contract allows the Police Department to purchase equipment when needed. In response to Council Member Rubalcava, Purchasing Agent Bouffard explained that the $1.5 million initial amount is forecasted based on the Police Department's needs. She added they may not spend the full amount; however, it is budgeted to allow future purchases. She noted that the City can elect to renew the contract for up to three years if there is a continued need for the equipment. In response to Council Member Rubalcava, Chief of Police Rick Armendariz clarified that the $1.5 million is a limit for the Police Department. He explained that the contract will be used to replace outdated accessories on patrol rifles and equipment to outfit new patrol vehicles. He shared that the cost to purchase the items does not equal the initial contract amount; however, it allows the Department to purchase additional equipment if needed. Council Member Rubalcava requested that the staff reports include more detailed information outlining what the City Council is approving. MOTION: Council Member Kurtz moved to approve Contract MA# 106-498427 with Proforce Marketing, Inc. dba Proforce Law Enforcement for the purchase of law enforcement tactical equipment, technology, and related products for outfitting the Anaheim Police Department, in a cumulative amount not to exceed $3,750,000 (projected cost for initial year is $1,500,000), inclusive of all applicable taxes and fees, effective through March 5, 2026 with three optional one-year renewals; and authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute all necessary contractual documents related to contract in accordance with Cooperative Contract# OD-402-24 between Purchasing Cooperative of America and Proforce Marketing, Inc. dba Proforce Law Enforcement, seconded by Council Member Balius. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Meeks, Balius, Leon, Rubalcava, Kurtz, and Maahs); NOES — 0. Motion carried. City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 14 of 32 AGR-15281 7. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, SS+K Construction, Inc., in the amount of $3,916,068, for the Fire Station No. 4 Addition and Renovation Improvement Project located at 2736 W. Orange Avenue; 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 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. Council Member Balius highlighted the community updates provided by the Fire Chief and Fire and Rescue Department staff. He added that staff from Station 4 will move to Station 11 during the renovations. He requested a timeline of when construction is anticipated to be complete and how services will continue throughout Districts 1 and 2. Fire Chief Patrick Russell reported that if the project is approved, the remodel will start in mid -May and is expected to be completed within 12 to 14 months, pending any delays. In response to Council Member Balius, Chief Russell clarified that the project is estimated to be complete in July 2026. Council Member Balius inquired if services to residents will decrease. Chief Russell reported that services to residents will remain unchanged, and the number of fire companies will stay the same. He explained that the engine company at Fire Station 4 will relocate to Fire Station 11 and continue to respond in the area. He added that there is an automatic vehicle locator for areas closer to Fire Station 6 or Fire Station 2 to respond to calls to minimize response times. MOTION: Council Member Balius moved to award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, SS+K Construction, Inc., in the amount of $3,916,068, for the Fire Station No. 4 Addition and Renovation Improvement Project located at 2736 W. Orange Avenue; 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 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, seconded by Council Member Leon. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Meeks, Balius, Leon, Rubalcava, Kurtz, and Maahs); NOES — 0. Motion carried. AGR-15282 8. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Select Electric, Inc., in the amount of $2,247,500, for the installation of protected left -turn signal phasing at four intersections (Ball Road at Western Avenue, Orange Avenue at Western Avenue, Orange Avenue at Dale Avenue, and Broadway at Manchester Avenue); 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; and authorize the Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions. Council Member Balius thanked the Public Works Department for addressing intersections in need of protected left -turn signals, including Ball and Western, Orange and Western, Orange and Dale, and Broadway at Manchester. He explained that the intersections experience a fair number of accidents. He expressed his commitment to improving traffic safety throughout the City for residents. City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 15 of 32 MOTION: Council Member Balius moved to award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Select Electric, Inc., in the amount of $2,247,500, for the installation of protected left -turn signal phasing at four intersections (Ball Road at Western Avenue, Orange Avenue at Western Avenue, Orange Avenue at Dale Avenue, and Broadway at Manchester Avenue); 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; and authorize the Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions. DISCUSSION: Council Member Kurtz thanked staff for including Broadway at Manchester among the intersections for improvement. In response to Council Member Kurtz, Director of Public Works Rudy Emami reported that construction will begin in June 2025 and is expected to be completed by the end of the year. Council Member Leon requested clarification on the bid process and when construction is anticipated to begin following a competitive bid. Director Emami clarified that the bid process usually takes about 90 days. MOTION: Council Member Balius moved to award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Select Electric, Inc., in the amount of $2,247,500, for the installation of protected left -turn signal phasing at four intersections (Ball Road at Western Avenue, Orange Avenue at Western Avenue, Orange Avenue at Dale Avenue, and Broadway at Manchester Avenue); 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; and authorize the Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions, seconded by Council Member Leon. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Meeks, Balius, Leon, Rubalcava, Kurtz, and Maahs); NOES — 0. Motion carried. AGR-15286 12. Approve three Professional Services Agreements (Opioid Settlement Funding Agreement), in AGR-15287 substantial form, for recovery housing services, with the following: (1) KTMV Investments, LLC, AGR-15288 for temporary housing services on a pay per stay basis, for a one-year term, in an amount not AGR-15289 to exceed $50,000, with the option to renew for two additional one-year terms for a maximum compensation amount of $150,000; (11) Action Alliance Foundation for temporary housing services on a pay per stay basis, for a one-year term, in an amount not to exceed $100,000, with the option to renew for two additional one-year terms for a maximum compensation amount of $300,000; (III) The Common House, Inc., for temporary housing services on a pay per stay basis and recovery services, for a one-year term, in an amount not to exceed $150,000, with the option to renew for two additional one-year terms for a maximum compensation amount of $450,000; approve the Cal Optima Health Homeless Housing Incentive Program Subrecipient Agreement, in substantial form, with The Eli Home, Inc. for shelter operations and unification in recovery services for a one-year term in an amount not to exceed $150,000; and authorize the Director of Housing and Community Development to execute the agreements and all other necessary documents to implement and administer them as long as the maximum compensation does not increase and authorize de minimis changes that do not substantially change the terms and conditions of the agreements, so long as the changes are determined to be de minimis by the City Attorney's Office. Deputy Director of Housing and Community Development Sandra Lozeau outlined the proposed actions, including approval of three professional services agreements with KTMV Investments, LLC, Action Alliance Foundation, and The Common House, Inc., and approval of the Cal Optima Health Homeless Housing Incentive Program Subrecipient Agreement with The Eli Home, Inc. She reported City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 16 of 32 that the City is one of 3,000 plaintiffs in a class action lawsuit alleging that pharmaceutical manufacturers, major distributors, and pharmacies caused the national opioid crisis. She noted that the case resulted in an estimated $54 billion settlement to be paid to the original plaintiffs and other localities over an 18-year period commencing in 2022. She shared that in California, the funds are monitored by the Department of Health Care Services for eligible uses that are restricted to opioid abatement activities, including prevention, treatment, and recovery: She reported that the City is projected to receive over $13 million over 18 years and has received close to $5 million to date. She shared that in 2023, opioid programming for urgent community needs began with the Anaheim Fire & Rescue Department training faculty at schools and staff on how to administer and distribute Naloxone (Narcan), and provided Narcan kits, which have saved many students' lives. She added that staff continued their efforts with the homeless population with street -level wound care and implemented the Anaheim Collaborative Court Evaluating Strategies and Solutions (ACCESS) program in 2024, which has resulted in the reduction of opioid deaths in Anaheim. She reported that the City is in the process of recruiting an additional Paramedic, Fire Captain, Nurse Practitioner, and Mental Health Clinician. She noted individuals with opioid addiction often face job loss, family disruption, and financial difficulties. She added that homelessness compounds the challenge of addiction, leaving individuals without stable shelter and barriers to accessing health care and treatment. She reported that the strain on location resources, shelters, emergency responders, and hospitals highlighted the need for an approach that addresses addiction and homelessness with a focus on prevention, recovery, and long-term employment and housing stability, and protecting community and public spaces for their intended purposes. She shared that staff solicited a Request for Proposal (RFP) for sober living environments and recovery housing options where the City would assist with payments related to placement and rental assistance. She noted that the funds will be used to secure access to already existing beds and not to create new sober living facilities. She explained the RFP was aimed at helping support the expansion of access, with the ability to help more individuals and increase access to services. She detailed the RFP review process and evaluation panel. She reported that the panel selected four respondents to the RFP due to the unique sub -populations served, certified under the Orange County Sheriffs Department certification program and/or the California Department of Health Care Services. She explained that under the RFP, eligible individuals affected will be allowed a six-month stay with two additional six-month extensions available with a recommendation from a case manager or clinician. She reported the services will be referred through the ACCESS program, street outreach providers including the Community Care Response Team (CCRT), and the Homeless Assessment Liaison Officers (HALO). DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Maahs, Deputy Director Lozeau reported that all services provided must be documented, according to the opioid settlement funds. Council Member Maahs inquired if the services would be paid from the City's General Fund. Deputy Director Lozeau confirmed that opioid settlement funds and grant funds will be used for the services and not the General Fund. In response to Council Member Kurtz, Deputy Director Lozeau confirmed that two facilities must be State licensed for treatment, and the other two facilities are Orange County certified, both required by the Anaheim Municipal Code. Council Member Rubalcava thanked staff for creating a plan to enhance the system of care. She shared that she would be requesting an agenda item to review City Net. Mayor Aitken inquired whether the City requires housing partners to conduct independent audits, verify proper licensing, and maintain an active Board of Directors. Deputy Director Lozeau clarified that the opioid settlement funds are not grant funds. She explained that there are requirements to City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 17 of 32 identify whether the contractors have proper permits and licenses. She noted that the Opioid Settlement Funding Administrator conducts audits. Director of Housing and Community Development Grace Ruiz-Stepter noted that the City never provides money upfront and operates on reimbursements. She added that staff review each bill carefully to monitor spending. Mayor Aitken shared that the Community Services Board requires regular audits of organizations for them to apply for funding. She explained that she wanted to ensure that the City is working with upstanding organizations for the residents. MOTION: Council Member Maahs moved to approve three Professional Services Agreements (Opioid Settlement Funding Agreement), in substantial form, for recovery housing services, with the following: (1) KTMV Investments, LLC, for temporary housing services on a pay per stay basis, for a one-year term, in an amount not to exceed $50,000, with the option to renew for two additional one- year terms for a maximum compensation amount of $150,000; (11) Action Alliance Foundation for temporary housing services on a pay per stay basis, for a one-year term, in an amount not to exceed $100,000, with the option to renew for two additional one-year terms for a maximum compensation amount of $300,000; (III) The Common House, Inc., for temporary housing services on a pay per stay basis and recovery services, for a one-year term, in an amount not to exceed $150,000, with the option to renew for two additional one-year terms for a maximum compensation amount of $450,000; approve the Cal Optima Health Homeless Housing Incentive Program Subrecipient Agreement, in substantial form, with The Eli Home, Inc. for shelter operations and unification in recovery services for a one-year term in an amount not to exceed $150,000; and authorize the Director of Housing and Community Development to execute the agreements and all other necessary documents to implement and administer them as long as the maximum compensation does not increase and authorize de minimis changes that do not substantially change the terms and conditions of the agreements, so long as the changes are determined to be de minimis by the City Attorney's Office, seconded by Council Member Rubalcava. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Meeks, Balius, Leon, Rubalcava, Kurtz, and Maahs); NOES — 0. Motion carried. D125 16. Receive an update on the Rebuild Beach Initiative and the progress of the 39 Commons development [informational item]. Deputy City Manager Ted White reported that Rebuild Beach is the City's initiative to revitalize the 1.5-mile stretch of Beach Boulevard in West Anaheim. He shared that the initiative was launched in late 2021 with the direction of Council to focus efforts on addressing long-standing challenges related to crime and blight along the corridor and facilitating lasting improvements and investments. He noted that the City formed an interdepartmental team that meets regularly to develop plans and implement strategies to enhance public safety, attract private investment, beautify the corridor, eliminate blight, and improve the quality of life for nearby residents and businesses along the Boulevard. Deputy City Manager White reported that a key strategy identified was the relinquishment of Beach Boulevard from Caltrans to the City to gain local control and oversight to provide greater flexibility and creativity and accelerated timelines to implement improvements to the right-of-way. He added that the City assumed full control of Beach Boulevard from the State in October 2024. He noted that Phase I landscaping is underway, with Phase II expanding enhancements to Beach and Lincoln beginning in mid-2025. He shared that a $25 million utility undergrounding project is set for completion in late 2025. He reported that overhead power and communications lines will be relocated, improving reliability and aesthetics in the Corridor. He highlighted enhancements to the street -level experience including energy -efficient LED lighting and beautification improvements. City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 18 of 32 Deputy City Manager White highlighted the public safety initiatives in the corridor, including Anaheim Police Department's (APD) partnership with state and regional agencies. He reported that, in 2024, APD responded to 6,000 calls for service in the Corridor. He noted monthly prostitution enforcement is conducted by APD and the Regional Human Trafficking Task Force to combat exploitation and support vulnerable individuals. He highlighted APD's 477 arrests in 2024 related to drugs, prostitution, outstanding warrants, theft, and related offenses. He shared that high -visibility blue -light surveillance cameras and automated license plate readers have been deployed in the area, and a City Attorney is dedicated to prosecuting violations on Beach Boulevard. Deputy City Manager White highlighted the acquisition and oversight of hotels along Beach Boulevard. He noted that the City has provided education and outreach to motel owners and operators, directed code enforcement actions, amended land use entitlements through the public hearing process, and conducted City audits of motel operations. He reported that the Housing and Community Development Department identified strategic opportunities to acquire properties for future residential development, including the Silver Moon, Americana, Covered Wagon, Anaheim Lodge, and Rainbow Inn. He noted that an RFP was conducted for the former Silver Moon and Americana motels to develop 47 affordable intergenerational rental units, 60 for -sale townhomes, and a mixed - use commercial component, with construction slated to begin in the Spring. He added that the former sites of the Covered Wagon, Anaheim Lodge, and Rainbow Inn will be combined to create a 2.7-acre parcel for future housing development. Deputy City Manager White reported that 40 new townhomes are being constructed on the south side of Lincoln Avenue, and local businesses are investing in upgrades due to the Storefront Improvement Program. She shared that Rebuild Beach is a model for corridor transformation and for improvements across other corridors in the City. Director of Economic Development Sergio Ramirez reported that the 39 Commons is a former landfill site which has the ability to be redeveloped. He noted the challenges with redeveloping landfills, including the length of time to develop and oversight by State agencies. He reported that the 30-acre site is located at the northeast corner of Beach and Lincoln and comprises four separate landfills, the Anderson, Davis, Rains, and Sparks. He added that the site includes 6 acres of non -landfill terrain. Director Ramirez provided a brief history of the site. He explained that in 1960, the site was a Mobile Home Park following the landfills' decommissioning with bike tracts and retail and car dealerships developed on the peripheral of the site. He noted that in 1998, the Redevelopment Agency created the West Anaheim Commercial Corridors Redevelopment Areas, including Beach Boulevard, to revitalize the area. He added that there have been multiple attempts to develop the property through Disposition and Development Agreements, with the agreements expiring due to a lengthy approval process for a remedial action plan from the State oversight agencies. He explained that the Remedial Action Plan provides a technical framework for remediation of the site. He shared additional challenges for development, including Lowe's Home Improvement, withdrawing their interest due to the delayed approval of the Long -Range Property Management Plan. Director Ramirez reported that in 2019, the City and 39 Commons, a partnership between Zelman Development and Greenlaw Development, entered into a Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA) to rebrand the property from Westgate to 39 Commons. He added that in 2019, the City approved the Beach Boulevard Specific Plan to include housing on the corridor. He highlighted the project's updates, including a new pedestrian experience, improved traffic circulation, and a new residential component. He explained that in 2020, the DDA was amended due to environmental conditions discovered at the Davis Mud Pit. He reported that the 2020 DDA provided four project City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 19 of 32 phases, including residential, which has been completed, the current phase for retail, grocery, and the final phase for mixed -use or retail. Director Ramirez outlined the challenges of developing landfills. He shared that the process includes landfill gas extraction systems, probes, monitoring wells, and complexities with building on top of landfills. He explained that foundations for the landfill must be built on piles through the landfill area to bedrock to ensure that buildings are not compromised. He noted that an additional challenge was to include the Davis Mud Pit in the approved Remedial Action Plan due to methane identified in the pit. He added that the Davis Mud Pit extends into the existing right-of-way at Beach Boulevard and affects the drive out of the retail project. He shared that Tetra Tech conducts the remediation work for the City with oversight by several regulatory agencies. Director Ramirez shared that staff is working diligently to bring the project forward and highlighted project achievements. He noted that in 2021, the City conveyed ownership of a 3.7-acre site to the developer for a 65-unit for -sale townhome project. He added that the property brought new families and stakeholders to the area and created property taxes for the City. He reported that in 2021, the City conveyed a 6.2-acre site for the retail phase, including In-N-Out, Dave's Hot Chicken, and Dutch Bros Coffee, with additional eateries and retailers. He added that staff is working on the remediation of the Davis Mud Pit, with remediation expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2025, with construction anticipated to begin after. He reported that the next phase of the project is expected to include eateries and a public art piece from Disney. He shared that the developer is currently seeking long-term commitments from tenants. He noted that the phase is impacted by the increased cost of materials and labor. He reported that the final phase of development is for mixed -use development; however, the City and developer are exploring potential options. Director Ramirez summarized that efforts to redevelop the area began in 1998, with many efforts and challenges. He shared that the development partner remains committed to the development and highlighted the progress of the site. He explained that critical next steps include commencing construction of the retail phase, securing an anchor for the third phase, and concluding discussion on the fourth phase. DISCUSSION: Council Member Balius recalled his attendance at Beach Boulevard Site Specific Plan meetings with passionate residents dedicated to creating a vision for the area. He highlighted residents including Amanda, Jodie, John, and Kathy. He expressed his pride in the progress made on the Beach Boulevard revitalization effort. He noted that the City has acquired several key properties to address the challenges that remain. He recognized his Council colleagues' efforts and the contributions of former Council Members. He highlighted City Manager Vanderpool for his role in shifting Beach Boulevard from Caltrans. He noted the significant development taking place and upcoming projects in the area. He shared that, despite delays and obstacles, the City is committed to following through with the vision for the area. He expressed his confidence in City staff on the project. He highlighted the City's acquisition of motel properties and requested additional information on the remaining properties. Deputy City Manager White reported that staff continues to explore opportunities for acquisition; however, nothing is pending. He shared that the Housing and Community Development Department continues to explore opportunities for acquisition and to build sites contiguously. He noted that the number of motels has decreased from 18 to 13 since 2017. He reported that the Police Department and Code Enforcement are actively communicating with one another and seek enforcement if there are challenges with a property owner or manager. He added that a few properties have required Planning Commission or City Council approval to amend the conditions of approval for the property to gain compliance. City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 20 of 32 Council Member Balius commended Chief Armendariz and the Police Department for their work on Beach Boulevard. He highlighted the reduction in crime. He shared that there are ongoing challenges, and he expressed his commitment towards addressing issues, including prostitution. He requested signage for the completion dates of businesses and improvements to the fencing. Brett Foy with Zelman Development Company reported that the company is working to repair the fence and has renewed a contract for fencing services. Council Member Balius reported the need for business revenue to return to the City. He inquired whether there was a possibility that the property might be reevaluated, given difficulties for businesses and construction costs. Mr. Foy reported that changes were made with the City's consent to update the residential and retail components of the site. He highlighted the efforts from the Police Department, which improved the area. He noted challenges with acquiring businesses for the site. He explained that as the area improves, the site will become more marketable. In response to Council Member Balius, Mr. Foy confirmed that the developer will inform the City if adjustments are needed to the site. He highlighted City staff and their work on the project. Mayor Pro Tern Meeks thanked staff for their work on the project. She thanked former Council Member Jose Diaz for his pursuit of improving Beach Boulevard. Council Member Leon highlighted Deputy City Manager White's comments that Beach Boulevard will serve as an example for corridor transportation. He shared that the model is being used in District 2 for the Kettle Motor Motel. He noted that private investment follows public action. He expressed his appreciation for everyone's work and continued improvements in the area. Council Member Balius acknowledged the environmental challenges at the site. He inquired if there are actions the City Council can take to help move forward. Director Ramirez explained that the environmental contamination cleanup is the responsibility of the Successor Agency. He reported that the developer is responsible for components of the cleanup with oversight of State agencies and the Orange County Health Care Agency. He shared that the City Council can discuss with the City's collaborating agencies to understand that the cleanup is a major priority and its impacts on the community. Council Member Balius requested information on the collaborating agencies. He thanked staff for all their hard work. City Manager Vanderpool thanked the Public Works Department for their work on the medians on Beach Boulevard. Informational item; no formal action taken by the City Council. R100 17. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-024 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM opposing South Coast Air Quality Management District Proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121 [regulating air emissions from gas -powered furnaces and gas -powered water heaters]. Senior Administrative Analyst Alyssa Guerrero reported that at the March 4, 2025 City Council meeting, Council Member Kurtz requested an agenda item to formally oppose South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Proposed Amended Rules (PARS) 1111 and 1121. She explained that Rule 1111 mandates emission limits on residential and commercial gas -powered City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 21 of 32 furnaces and Rule 1121 imposes emission standards on residential gas -powered water heaters. She shared that the changes would phase out natural gas furnaces and water heaters to transition to all - electric over time. She reported that the proposed resolution outlines the potential financial hardships on homeowners, property owners, businesses, and residents. She shared that if approved, the resolution will be transmitted to the SCAQMD Governing Board prior to their scheduled public hearing on June 6cn DISCUSSION: Council Member Kurtz commended the SCAQMD for trying to address concerns from residents and resolve issues. She explained that the proposed resolution would allow the City to go on record to request additional improvements. She referenced public comments on rebates. She shared that the City is older, and the potential impacts on homeowners and landlords of updating appliances. She expressed concern that renters would absorb the costs for the updates. She recognized the need for clean air but reiterated her concerns for residents, homeowners, and businesses. She requested that her Council colleagues support the resolution to oppose the proposed amendments to Rules 1111 and 1121. In response to Mayor Aitken, Senior Administrative Analyst Guerrero explained that SCAQMD's public hearing to consider the adoption of the proposed amended rules was rescheduled to June 6. Mayor Aitken inquired if statewide AQMDs are adopting similar amendments. Senior Administrative Analyst Guerrero explained that the amendments apply to regional agencies. She added that there are standards at the State and federal levels, and the AQMD is proposing amendments to meet those standards. Mayor Aitken inquired if there were discussions to apply the requirements only to new construction as opposed to existing construction and private homeowners. Senior Administrative Analyst Guerrero reported that the revised amended rules require newer builds to implement zero -emission appliances in 2027. She explained that SCAQMD included leniency with the proposed amended rules. In response to Mayor Aitken, Senior Administrative Analyst Guerrero noted that the revised version included a mitigation fee on the manufacturer instead of the consumer. She explained that the compliance would rely on the manufacturer and if they are unable to meet the requirements, they would pay a mitigation fee. In response to Mayor Aitken, Senior Administrative Analyst Guerrero explained that the rules originally proposed a fee on the installer, homeowner, and tenant; however, the revisions applied the fee to the manufacturers. Assistant City Manager Greg Garcia explained that the goal of the rules is to reduce emissions. He explained that SCAQMD's goal is to reduce the sales of gas appliances. In response to Mayor Aitken, Assistant City Manager Garcia explained that there may be existing rules on importing items. Council Member Rubalcava echoed Council Member Kurtz's comments and expressed her support for the item. She shared that the rules would be a significant strain on residents due to the increased cost of electricity over gas. She reiterated her support for the item. Council Member Balius echoed Council Member Kurtz's comments and noted his opposition to the proposed SCAQMD rules. He explained that the data does not account for homes built before the 1990s. He reported that the rules impose a financial and logistical burden on businesses and homeowners. He added that the rules could have an effect on affordable housing and rental costs. City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 22 of 32 MOTION: Council Member Kurtz moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2025-024 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM opposing South Coast Air Quality Management District Proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121 [regulating air emissions from gas -powered furnaces and gas -powered water heaters], seconded by Council Member Rubalcava. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Meeks, Balius, Leon, Rubalcava, Kurtz, and Maahs); NOES — 0. Motion carried. R100 18. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-025 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM reaffirming the City of Anaheim's designation as a Welcoming City that respects the dignity of all people and promotes an environment that fosters inclusion for all our residents. Assistant City Manager Greg Garcia reported that a resolution reaffirming the City's Welcoming City status was requested by Council Member Leon at the March 4, 2025 City Council meeting. He noted that on October 24, 2017, the City Council formally designated the City as a Welcoming City, committed to sustaining a community where all residents feel welcome, safe, and able to fully participate in and contribute to the City's civic, economic, and social life. He reported that the proposed resolution formally reaffirms the City's commitment to being a Welcoming City to foster a welcoming environment for residents and visitors. He added that the resolution reiterates that Anaheim Police and Fire have no role in the enforcement of federal immigration policies and have a responsibility to maintain public safety for all residents and visitors. He shared that the proposed resolution outlines the City's commitment to keeping residents informed through communication channels, maintaining City privacy policies in accordance with State and federal laws, encourages comprehensive immigration reform including a reasonable pathway to citizenship, a commitment to continuing world -class services accessible to all residents regardless of immigration status or primary language, and continuing to work with stakeholders, schools, non -profits, and Resort partners to foster a welcoming environment for all residents and visitors. DISCUSSION: Council Member Leon thanked staff for their work on the resolution. He thanked Fire Chief Russell, Police Chief Armendariz, Chief Communications Officer Mike Lyster, and the Communications team for their continued work. He acknowledged the importance of the item to reaffirm that the City is a place that treats everyone with dignity, compassion, and respect. He noted that Anaheim was founded by immigrants, and nearly 40% of residents are immigrants or children of immigrants, including himself. He added that 40 different languages are spoken in households and serve as a reminder of the rich diversity that shapes the community. He noted that the City welcomes over 25 million visitors per year, who help small businesses thrive and support the local economy. He recognized the fear and uncertainty of many community members. He commended the youth in the community for speaking up and using their voices. He explained that the proposed resolution is a reaffirmation of the previous Council's actions and a reflection of how the City works together, in compliance with the law, to provide clarity and reassurance to the community. He inquired if APD actively engages in federal immigration enforcement. Chief Armendariz reported that APD does not actively engage in federal immigration enforcement. He explained that the City follows the State -mandated Senate Bill (SB) 54, the California Values Act, which dictates APD's policies and procedures for public safety service and equal service to all. In response to Council Member Leon, Chief Russell confirmed that Anaheim Fire & Rescue does not engage in any federal immigration enforcement. He reported that firefighters and paramedics do not ask about immigration status. He explained that the Department serves all residents and provides the City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 23 of 32 highest level of service regardless of status. He added that the Department does not track or record a patient's immigration status. Council Member Leon asked Chief Armendariz if the APD asks about immigration status during calls for service. Chief Armendariz confirmed APD does not ask for an individual's immigration status. He noted that APD Policy No. 416 restricts officers from asking questions about immigration status. In response to Council Member Leon, Chief Armendariz shared that it is the APD and Fire Departments' priority to ensure public safety and equal service to all those in need. He explained that staff is there to serve the community regardless of whether individuals are Anaheim residents or visitors and regardless of immigration status. He noted the importance of building and maintaining trust with the community and an open line of communication. He emphasized that public safety is the number one priority, regardless of immigration status. Council Member Leon inquired about policies and procedures the APD has in place to ensure that witnesses and victims of crimes feel safe reporting. Chief Armendariz reported that the APD's policy is guided by SIB 54 which removed a requirement for local law enforcement to notify immigration authorities when they encounter undocumented individuals. He noted that there are protections for victims and witnesses under SIB 54 and the APD's policies. He explained that immigration status cannot be used against victims or witnesses for certain crimes and law enforcement cannot assist with immigration enforcement, including arrests, sharing private information, or detaining individuals for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). In response to Council Member Leon, Chief Russell shared that the Fire Department's goal is to interact and bond with the community. He highlighted the Tacos with Firefighters event, where the Department serves tacos to neighborhoods and distributes red helmets and stickers. He added that the Department does not collect or track data and is prohibited under HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) from distributing information. He highlighted the Department's commitment to engaging with the community in each district to maintain the public's trust. Council Member Leon highlighted APD and the Fire Department's engagement with the community to ensure the public's safety. He requested additional information on APD's involvement with the community. Chief Armendariz reported that the APD shares three goals: proactively impacting crime, striving to be a high -performing organization, and enhancing the relationship with the community. He emphasized the importance of communication between the community and APD. He noted the importance of community engagement, particularly with Anaheim youth. He highlighted the importance of providing factual information to the public about the City's stance on immigration, the City's role and limitations, and encouraging residents to call for help regardless of immigration status. Council Member Leon thanked Chief Armendariz for highlighting the importance of providing factual information to the public. He shared that he has communicated with residents about the importance of verifying information and referring to trusted resources. He requested additional information on the Welcoming City website. Chief Communications Officer Mike Lyster reported that the page has been active since 2017. He noted that the information has remained consistent; however, staff will periodically update the page. He shared that the website has been updated with new information and updated resources. He noted that the page includes information from the Orange County Rapid Response Network. He shared that he has worked with a member of the group to address any questions about police activity. He added that Access California has offered its services to members of the community. He highlighted additional contacts, including Congressman Lou Correa's office and resources through the Mexican Consulate. City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 24 of 32 In response to Council Member Leon, Chief Communications Officer Lyster shared that the City has been working with schools and nonprofits since late 2024. He highlighted Chief Armendariz's work with school officials to address immigration concerns. He added that between the Police Chief, Fire Chief, and the Communications team, staff have worked with community groups in neighborhoods to provide insight to spread through the community. He shared that staff have attended district community meetings, places of worship, the Anaheim Marketplace, and schools to share information. He noted that staff have distributed thousands of flyers to summarize the City's approach on the issue and reiterate that the community should have no concern reaching out for City services. In response to Council Member Leon, Chief Armendariz confirmed meetings with superintendents and school officials across the City. He explained that the City and APD maintain communication with school administrators to provide assistance and share information on laws and the Police Department's policies. Council Member Leon expressed his appreciation for the outreach to schools. He explained that schools experience the impacts on parents and students. He emphasized the importance of reaffirming the City's status as a Welcoming City to assure the community that they can reach out without fear or hesitation. In response to Council Member Leon, Chief Russell highlighted the Fire & Rescue Department's foundation theme, "Call with Confidence." He explained that residents will receive emergency services and access regardless of immigration status. He assured the community that the Fire Department and Police Department will serve the community. In response to Council Member Leon, Chief Armendariz echoed Chief Russell's comments. He shared that public safety and equal service are the Police Department's priorities. He added that the Department focuses on behavior and not race, economic status, social income, or education. Chief Communications Officer Lyster addressed the community's fears and hesitations about continuing daily activities. He reassured the community to continue with their daily lives, noting that the City has not seen widespread activity. Council Member Leon requested the inclusion of Vietnamese translation on the City's Welcoming City website. Chief Communications Officer Lyster reported that the City's website includes technology for translation into any language. He noted the feature is available for subtitles for videos on the City's YouTube channel. Council Member Leon thanked staff for their continued efforts in reaching out to the community. He emphasized the importance of safety, inclusion, and dignity for members of the community. He noted that the proposed resolution assures residents that the City will follow the laws and that residents are heard, safe, and welcome to the City. MOTION: Council Member Leon moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2025-025 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM reaffirming the City of Anaheim's designation as a Welcoming City that respects the dignity of all people and promotes an environment that fosters inclusion for all our residents, seconded by Mayor Aitken. DISCUSSION: Mayor Pro Tern Meeks thanked Council Member Leon for agendizing the item. She highlighted the City's diverse background. She highlighted a portion of the resolution that encourages comprehensive immigration reform for a legal pathway to citizenship. She inquired if there would be City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 25 of 32 instances in which the Anaheim Police Department would become involved with federal immigration issues. Chief Armendariz shared that APD may participate if there are imminent threats to the community. He explained that APD would not get involved if the matter were only related to immigration. He noted that SB 54 and the APD's policies prevent the Department from enforcing immigration laws. Mayor Pro Tern Meeks clarified that APD will only get involved to address criminal behavior. Chief Armendariz added that officers focus on behavior and maintaining the safety of the community. Mayor Pro Tern Meeks requested to amend the fourth "BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED" to update the language to include "and visitors" to be consistent with the language used throughout the resolution. Council Member Maahs thanked Council Member Leon for bringing the item forward and City staff for sharing the information with the community. She requested a direct link on the City's home page for easier access. Council Member Rubalcava expressed her support for the item. She shared her experience during Proposition 187 and the impacts of federal issues on mental health. She supported the amendment proposed by Mayor Pro Tern Meeks. She requested additional information on the City's translation services and accessibility. She clarified that there was a public comment requesting that the City include more culturally competent services, including translation services and accessibility in various languages. Chief Communications Officer Lyster reported that many employees speak additional languages and can accommodate residents seeking City services. He added that a Vietnamese translator was available during the meeting for interpretation services. Council Member Rubalcava noted that the proposed resolution aligns with SB 54. She requested information on bias -based policing and the training police officers receive. Chief Armendariz reported that officers are highly trained mentally, physically, and emotionally on the laws. He noted that APD has constitutional policing, which addresses the foundation of the Department's authority, to ensure that officers understand that the Constitution protects everyone, including suspects. He added that APD uses procedural justice to cover different ways to enforce and investigate laws and pursue justice. He explained that the APD looks at behavior regardless of immigration status, race, ethnicity, or social income. He shared that officers complete 100 hours of competent training to ensure they can effectively do their job. He added that APD audits work performance and reviews any imbalances. He shared that bias -biased policing complaints are investigated through APD's Internal Affairs. In response to Council Member Rubalcava, Chief Armendariz explained that if a warrant is for immigration enforcement, the APD would not enforce it. He reported that APD would not enforce a standalone warrant for immigration. He added that APD would respond to calls regarding unmarked vehicles and individuals in masks. He noted an increase in calls for information about possible ICE agents in the City, which APD evaluates. He shared that most unmarked vehicles are from other law enforcement agencies. Council Member Rubalcava inquired if other law enforcement agencies would use unmarked vehicles. Chief Armendariz reported that other law enforcement agencies would use unmarked vehicles for the suppression and apprehension of individuals. City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 26 of 32 Council Member Rubalcava inquired if Chief Armendariz would follow up on a concern raised by a public commenter on their experience with dispatch. She explained that her concern is that individuals may take advantage of the situation and to ensure that any calls to dispatch are addressed. Chief Armendariz shared that those issues have not been reported in Anaheim; however, suspects have taken advantage of the situation to victimize individuals throughout the State. He encouraged residents to call and report any suspicious activity. In response to Council Member Rubalcava, Chief Armendariz shared that residents can report Dispatch concerns to the Watch Commander or the Police Department. He confirmed all calls to the Police Department are recorded and can be reviewed. Council Member Rubalcava thanked Chief Communications Officer Mike Lyster for creating the Know Your Rights brochures and providing them to the community. She thanked him and his team for their dedication to ensuring that all residents feel safe and understand they can access City services, regardless of their citizenship status. Council Member Balius requested to amend the fourth "WHEREAS" paragraph on the second page of the resolution to remove "including well -established California law that safeguards immigrants." The amendment was not accepted by Council Member Leon. Council Member Leon explained that including the language was important and referenced SIB 54, which had been mentioned by both Chiefs. In response to Council Member Balius, Assistant City Manager Garcia reported that the Housing Authority, through the Housing and Community Development Department, requires citizenship information for certain federal housing programs. Council Member Balius questioned the potential changes as a result of the proposed resolution. He explained that the proposed resolution appeared to restate the original resolution from 2017. He asked both Chiefs whether services would be affected if the proposed resolution were not approved. Chief Russell and Chief Armendariz confirmed that services would remain the same. Assistant City Manager Garcia clarified that the proposed resolution is not amending the previous one. He explained that the previous resolution will continue to exist, and the proposed resolution will reaffirm and complement it. Council Member Balius shared his belief that Anaheim is a Welcoming City. He noted that based on his conversations with District 1 residents, the proposed resolution would not address or curb the fear experienced by the immigrant community. He shared that he had hoped the friendly amendment would be accepted. He expressed concern that the proposed resolution would not change City services. City Attorney Robert Fabela advised that Council Member Balius can move to amend the motion. He explained that if the motion receives a second, the motion would be a secondary motion that could be voted upon. MOTION: Council Member Balius moved to amend the fourth "WHEREAS" on the second page of the resolution to remove "including well -established California law that safeguards immigrants." DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Rubalcava, City Attorney Fabela clarified that an amendment can be made and would become the motion on the floor for consideration on whether to City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 27 of 32 amend the resolution or not. He added that if the motion prevails, it would become the new motion on the floor with the amendment. He reported that if the motion fails, the original motion would stand. City Attorney Fabela clarified that the motion by Council Member Balius is to amend the current motion by Council Member Leon. Council Member Rubalcava shared that the proposed resolution reinforces what the City already provides. She recommended that Council Member Balius agendize items for a future meeting to enhance the current rules and vote on the motion proposed by Council Member Leon. MOTION: Council Member Balius moved to amend the fourth "WHEREAS" on the second page of the resolution to remove "including well -established California law that safeguards immigrants." Motion failed for lack of a second. DISCUSSION: Mayor Aitken reported that the strongest barrier is reaching the communities to ensure that they receive accurate information. She explained that small steps to tamper fear is a positive benefit to the community, although not transformative. She referenced her comments when she was sworn in as Mayor, "We are Anaheim, Somos Anaheim", which recognizes Anaheim's diversity. She explained that it promotes Anaheim's community spirit. She expressed her support for the resolution and thanked staff for their work including the website and the Know Your Rights brochures. She thanked the Fire Chief and Police Chief for engaging on social media to reiterate the City's message to protect and serve the community. She reminded the community that the City and the City's community partners foster a safe place for the community. She noted the importance of the City Council standing against any intrusion into safe spaces including churches, schools, hospitals, and libraries. She thanked Council Member Leon for bringing the item forward and community leaders and youth coming forward to speak on the matter. She stressed the importance of taking opportunities to ensure that the City is welcoming to all people around the world and ensuring that they know that they belong in Anaheim. Council Member Kurtz highlighted the importance of reaffirming the City as a Welcoming City. She added that action by City Council, police officers, firefighters and City staff is important while working with residents. She stressed the importance of providing equitable services to all residents across each district. She thanked the Police Department, Fire Department, and City staff for showing residents respect through services provided and staff who worked on the item. Council Member Leon highlighted that symbols and words matter during times of fear. He explained that the conversations about mass deportations in the community elicit fear in the community. He shared that although the Council cannot solve the problem, the Council can take actions to move forward and inform the community that the City is there to help. He explained that the proposed resolution is a commitment to hold the City accountable. He noted that the City has been a place where people visit, build lives, raise families, and belong. He reported that the City's mission is to help, police officers and firefighters' mission is public safety, regardless of immigration status, and every person should feel safe accessing services, reporting crimes, and participating in the community. He repeated his comments in Spanish. MOTION: Council Member Leon moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2025-025 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM reaffirming the City of Anaheim's designation as a Welcoming City that respects the dignity of all people and promotes an environment that fosters inclusion for all our residents, as amended; amending the fourth "BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED" to read as follows: BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Anaheim commits to continue ensuring world -class city services are accessible to all our residents and visitors regardless of their citizenship status or primary language, seconded by Mayor Aitken. ROLL CALL City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 28 of 32 VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Meeks, Balius, Leon, Rubalcava, Kurtz, and Maahs); NOES — 0. Motion carried. PUBLIC HEARING: AGR-1529019. Public hearing to consider a resolution approving the Disposition and Development Agreement with Manchester Lincoln, LLC for the sale and development of property generally located at the intersection of Lincoln Avenue, Manchester Avenue and Loara Street for the development of a new car dealership and service facility [1501-1563 W. Lincoln Avenue, 255 N. Manchester Avenue, and a portion of the abandoned Manchester Avenue Right -of -Way; APNs 034-070-48, -77, -79,-80,-83, -84, -85]. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-026 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM approving a Disposition and Development Agreement with Manchester Lincoln LLC; authorizing the Director of Economic Development to finalize such disposition and Development Agreement; authorizing the Director of Economic Development to implement such Disposition and Development Agreement; determining that said agreement for conveyance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15312; and making certain other findings in connection therewith. Director of Economic Development Sergio Ramirez reported that the 2.8-acre site is located at the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Loara Street. He noted that a portion of the property is a former Manchester Court right-of-way abandoned in 2004. He shared that the property has remained undeveloped for two decades, with previous efforts with the Redevelopment Agency and the adjacent property owner failing to result in development. He reported that a legal dispute over ownership of the vacated Manchester Court area was recently settled. Director Ramirez reported that the subject site was purchased from the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) in 1990 as part of a larger collection of properties from the Interstate 5 (1-5) freeway widening. He added that the site was declared surplus property in accordance with the Surplus Land Act in April 2022. He explained that, following no interest from housing or development sponsors, the City received a solicitation to purchase the property from Manchester Lincoln, LLC, an affiliate of McKenna Auto Group, to develop a Porsche dealership and service facility. He provided an overview of the proposed site plan and first floor plan. He shared that the dealership will be five stories tall and approximately 150,000 square feet and include a showroom, service center, and auto display. He reported that site access would be achieved off Lincoln Avenue and rear service access off Loara Street. He noted that the showroom and service facility will feature a modern architectural style with metal and glass elements. He provided an overview of the elevation depiction of the site from the 1-5 freeway and highlighted the visual enhancements the property will have on the 1-5 corridor and drawing additional investment to the area. Director Ramirez reported that the City commissioned an appraisal by an MAI appraiser that determined the property's value to be $10.4 million. He noted that a $1.2 million deduction is proposed due to extraordinary costs for existing infrastructure located within the right-of-way of the former Manchester Court, including public utilities and a former Kinder Morgan jet fuel pipeline. He added that an additional $200,000 credit for remediation cleanup for the jet fuel line removal. He explained that if no contamination is found, the $200,000 credit will be redirected to the City and provide for an adjusted purchase price of $9.1 million. He shared that the City's third -party economist reviewed the appraisal and deduction and determined that the adjusted sale price is fair market value. He reported that an Economic Development Report was prepared according to State Law Section 52201 by Keyser Marston Associates, which confirmed that assistance is not being proposed City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 29 of 32 and the economic benefits to the City. He noted that the report was made available to the public along with the public hearing notice at the City Clerk's Office and on the City's website. Director Ramirez reported that the bulk of the sales proceeds will go to affected taxing agencies, and the City will receive 12% or $2.9 million due to the former right-of-way that is not Successor Agency property. He highlighted the economic and community benefits of the proposed project, including an annual $1.1 million in sales tax revenue, over 100 temporary construction jobs, and 75 permanent jobs. He shared that a key provision is a Workforce Agreement that will be executed with the City's Workforce Division to provide priority to Anaheim residents for new jobs during the three-year period. At 9:17 p.m., Mayor Aitken opened the public hearing. Bryan Kaye highlighted the Council's comments from Item No. 17. He requested that the City Council consider the public's petitions to enjoy the City. Mayor Aitken requested that Mr. Kaye direct his comments regarding the public hearing. Mr. Kaye addressed petitions by other residents. He requested that the City Council consider the petitions and thanked the City Council. Marc Herbert outlined the public comment process for legislative matters. He requested that the five- minute time limit be extended to other bodies within the City. He inquired if any special factors were considered to attract the business and if the business is a sponsor for the State of the City. He commented on the state of a jet fuel line under Disneyland and projected remediation costs. He cautioned that remediation costs for the proposed project may exceed the estimate. He inquired if any proceeds from the sale would go toward affordable housing or be deposited into the Housing Trust Fund. He expressed concern about the amount of time spent discussing large projects. City Clerk Theresa Bass reported that no electronic public comments were received related to Public Hearing Item No. 19. At 9:25 p.m., Mayor Aitken closed the public hearing. DISCUSSION: Council Member Rubalcava reported that the property located in District 3, has remained vacant and contributed to blight in the area. She highlighted the project, the tax revenue for the City and the jobs that will be generated. She explained that the project will uplift the community and provide opportunities for local youth. She expressed her support for the project. She requested that the developer work with local trades for the construction of the property. Mayor Pro Tern Meeks requested that the project be fenced and gated all the way to Loara Street for security. Director Ramirez reported that the developer will submit plans for the project before it is presented to the Planning Commission for approval. He noted that staff will review the plans and ensure that recommended updates are included. He highlighted the working relationship with the developer and confirmed staff will ensure the modification is included. Council Member Kurtz expressed her support for the project and echoed Council Member Rubalcava's comments. She emphasized the Workforce Agreement's priority to hire Anaheim residents first for the project. She encouraged the developer to engage with the local trades for their participation in the project. City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 30 of 32 Council Member Rubalcava shared that the City's business partners have expressed concern over the planning process. She requested information on how City departments will work together to ensure the project is not delayed. Director Ramirez highlighted the Planning, Public Works, and Public Utilities departments for their cooperation to facilitate the development process. He noted that the site is currently zoned for Commercial with a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for the car dealership, which will require discretionary approvals. He noted that staff from each department have met to discuss the potential for construction to begin in 2026. Council Member Rubalcava highlighted residents' excitement for the project. She requested additional information on the two appraisals for the property and the variance between the two. Director Ramirez explained that the developer commissioned their own appraisal, which was lower than the City's appraisal. He explained that there were different components considered for each. He noted that the City's appraiser evaluated the site for the highest and best commercial use and the developer's appraisal evaluated the property for a car dealership. He added that during negotiations, the developer agreed to the City's appraisal. He explained that if the parties could not agree, a third appraisal would have been commissioned, potentially delaying the project by 60 to 90 days. In response to Council Member Rubalcava, Director Ramirez clarified that a third -party economist assesses any property when it is being disposed of to ensure the City is selling the property for fair market value or if assistance is being provided. He noted that the City's third -party economist, Keyser Marston, evaluated the property and determined that the appraisal is fair market value. Council Member Rubalcava added that the City is not giving away assets and is contributing to the City's tax benefit. In response to Council Member Balius, Director Ramirez confirmed that the project will generate $1.1 million in revenue. In response to Council Member Leon, the developer, Danny McKenna, highlighted his experience operating dealerships in various states. He reported that the project will not impact residents in the area. He added that if an issue is brought to their attention, they will address it. He provided a background on how the business selected the project site. He explained that the Department of Motor Vehicles requires that dealerships be 10 miles away from one another. He highlighted Porsche dealerships throughout Orange County. He noted that approximately 500 new Porsches are sold every year at Norwalk Porsche. He shared that the proposed dealership is estimated to sell between 1,100 and 1,200 cars. He highlighted the project's location and City staff for their help on the project. He shared his enthusiasm for the project and noted that the manufacturer had approved the location. Council Member Leon requested that the developer remain mindful of residents and businesses in the area. Mr. McKenna assured that the dealership will be a good neighbor to the community. In response to Mayor Aitken, Director Ramirez reported that property management information will be available to residents and businesses to report any complaints. He added that contact information for the Economic Development Department can be included as well. He shared that the Business Development Division will conduct proactive outreach to residents and businesses. Council Member Balius requested information on how the dealership would address test drives. City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 31 of 32 Mr. McKenna reported that he has not received any complaints regarding test drives at any of his dealerships. He added that each dealership is surrounded by residential use. Director Ramirez added that the project will be subject to review and an entitlement process with the Development Services Division. He explained that staff will work with Planning and Building to ensure safe routes for test drives and keep drivers on commercial streets or the freeway. Mr. McKenna added that the project is funded by the company and is not requesting additional considerations from the City. He thanked staff for working with the company on the project. MOTION: Council Member Rubalcava moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2025-026 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM approving a Disposition and Development Agreement with Manchester Lincoln LLC; authorizing the Director of Economic Development to finalize such disposition and Development Agreement; authorizing the Director of Economic Development to implement such Disposition and Development Agreement; determining that said agreement for conveyance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15312; and making certain other findings in connection therewith, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Meeks. DISCUSSION: In response to Mayor Aitken, Director Ramirez reported that through the Housing and Community Development Department's Workforce Development Division, the DDA includes provisions for a Workforce Development Agreement. He explained that as the project proceeds, there is priority hiring for Anaheim residents. He added that on -site training and resources will be provided, and partnerships with trade schools and junior colleges. MOTION: Council Member Rubalcava moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2025-026 _ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM approving a Disposition and Development Agreement with Manchester Lincoln LLC; authorizing the Director of Economic Development to finalize such disposition and Development Agreement; authorizing the Director of Economic Development to implement such Disposition and Development Agreement; determining that said agreement for conveyance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15312; and making certain other findings in connection therewith, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Meeks. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Meeks, Balius, Leon, Rubalcava, Kurtz, and Maahs); NOES — 0. Motion carried. REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS: None PUBLIC COMMENTS (non -agenda items): None COUNCIL AGENDA SETTING: Council Member Kurtz requested to recognize IBEW Locals 47 and 441 for their volunteer work at the VFW Hall in Anaheim. Council Member Balius requested to agendize a resolution in support of Assembly Bill 63, which aims to reinstate the prohibition of loitering with the intent to commit prostitution. Council Member Rubalcava requested to agendize an item on privately and publicly owned parking structures in the City to explore potential revenue opportunities for the General Fund. She also City Council Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 32 of 32 requested a discussion on the City's strategy for working with the Angels owner and an update on necessary stadium upgrades. Council Member Maahs requested an update on the Tampico Motel project in District 5. ADJOURNMENT: With no further business before the City Council, Mayor Aitken adjourned the City Council meeting at 9:54 p.m., in memory of Virginia Caroline Wilcox -Spence. Res ectfully submitted, ere a tss, CMC City Clerk Date: 4/7/2025 6:36:05 PM From: "jodiemosley" = To: "Public Comment" publiccomment@anaheim.net, "Ryan Balius' Subject: [EXTERNAL] 39 Con mns 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. Weat Anaheimagrees with Ryan Babas, wanting answers to when Beach bled is going to actually see 39 Conamns... not just townhomes and a burger place. 'The Beach bled Specific Plan was created with west Anaheim residents in nmid! ! ! Please follow up with A bigger better wrap, And big signs with very clear dates on exactly when stores will be built. You dud it with the townhomcs! Thank YOU Sent from my T-Mobile 5G Device Date: 4/4/20251:27:12 PM From: "Dylan Pluntner" dylamplunnner*sierraclub.org To: "Public Comment" publiccomment@anaheimnet Cc: "KimOrbe" ldmorbe@sierraclub.org Subject: [EXTERNAL] Letter from Sierra Club opposing Anaheim City Council Agenda Item 17 Attachment: Sierra Club Letter to Anaheim 4 4 25.pdf; You don't often get email from dylan.plunrmer@sierraclub.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. Mayor Aitken and Members of Anaheim City Council, Find attached a letter voicing Sierra Club's opposition to the Anaheim City Couneil's upcoming agenda item 17, a resolution to oppose the South Coast Air Quality Managerrent Districts rules 1111 and 1121. Thank you for your consideration Dylan Plummer Campaign Advisor, Building Electdfication, Siena Cub he/hinYhis Pepresented by Progress ve Woftrs lhi on SIERRA CLUB dvlm.olummerAsiaWub.ore SIERRA i CLUB April 4, 2025 Mayor Aitken and Members of the Anaheim City Council, On behalf of the Sierra Club and our members and supporters in Anaheim, I request that you oppose Agenda Item 17, a letter to the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) opposing Rules 1111 and 1121. The letter is inaccurate and outdated, and does not reflect recent changes to the rules to ensure affordability and to put the onus for compliance on appliance manufacturers. This new framework does not ban gas appliances or mandate an electric transition, making the resolution irrelevant to the current regulations, which are completely different from the rules that your resolution opposes. These rules are critical, as the South Coast Basin has the worst air quality in the nation, with some of the worst rankings for ozone (smog) and particle pollution, impacting approximately 17 million residents. Rules 1111 and 1121 will improve public health by incentivizing the transition from polluting gas furnaces and water heaters to electric alternatives. This shift will significantly reduce residents' exposure to harmful NOx emissions, which are linked to asthma, lung cancer, and cardiovascular diseases. Additionally, there are a number of programs that make installation of electric appliances more affordable for residents. The state's HEEHRA program offers families between $4,000-$8,000 for installation costs, and South Coast AQMD's Go Zero program will provide $1,500 in rebates for water heaters and heat pumps. An analysis from RMI shows that existing incentives make new electric appliances cost -competitive with gas appliances, while providing a public health benefit. Please reject this damaging resolution and vote no on Agenda Item 17. Thank you, Kimberly Orbe Senior Conservation Program Manager Sierra Club Angeles Chapter Date: 4/6/2025 7:46:27 PM From "Pete Marsh" petemarsh.re@gmail.com To: "Public Comrlent" publiccomllent@anaheimnet Subject: [EXTERNAL] Please SUPPORT SCAQMD's Proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121 .Attachment: SCAQMD is Phasing Out Deadly Appliance Emissions - Households and Businesses CAN Afford This Change - Pete Marsh - March 2025.pdf; You don't often get email frompetematshre@gmail.com Learn why this is inpottant 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 councihnembers: I write about Agenda Item 17 on the Anaheim City Council meeting Agenda for April 8th. 2025: I ask that instead of a resolution opposing to the Rules, as recommended by the Honorable councilmember Kurtz, the Anaheim City Council s end a letter in SUPPORT of Proposed Amended Rules I I I I and 1121. These rules, contrary to the concerns expressed by opponents, will actually save the city money. I've attached a White Paper I submitted last month to the SCAQMD Governing Board which explains why in great detail. The bottom line is that while opponents say we can't afford to transition away from gas -feed appliances, the reality is that we can't afford not to. I'll acknowledge right up front that fossil fuels have been very good for humanity in many ways over a couple of centuries. However, we've learned that they come with significant downsides to our economy, as well as human health and the environment: air pollution (such as the NOx addressedby the Proposed Rules) causes 8-10 million premature deaths globally each year, and climate change is costing the economy dearly. Here's an excerpt fromthe attached white paper: The US Conrmdity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) in September 2020 issued a sobering report titled "Managing Climate Riskin the U.S. Financial System" (note that this was in the fourth year of President Trump's first term, and he had appointed all five comrrissioners who chartered this report and signed offon it) The opening paragraph ofthe Executive Summary states starkly: "Climate change poses a major risk to the stability ofthe U.S. financial system andto its ability to sustain the American economy." The CFTC report further finds: " IRENA estimates that $110 trillion ofcumarlative worldwide investment in the energy sector will be needed leading up to 2050 (HZENA, 2019). That equates to roughly 2 percent of average global gross domestic product (GDP) per year overthe period. Of the $110 trillion, $95 trillion is already required under the reference case scenario of current plans and policies but would needto be redirectedfrom investments in high -carbon to low -carbon activities. An additional $15 trillion is necessary to further reduce emissions. Jbis trans forrUJJJJJJJJJJJJJJ§§1hVos t to or 53 percent vo ERTFTVMrMere(maintenance ofeurrent plans and policies). The transition would result in $11.8 trillion in stranded assets by 2050, but delaying action would nearly double total stranded assets to $19.5 trillion by 2050. However, the Mative benefit in terms of es ranges from$50 trillion to $142 trillion, and reducing fossil ffiel subsidies would generate further savings of $15 trillion by 2050, relative to the reference case." Please notice that I haven't mentioned polar bears or unicorns. This about economics; the quoted passage is froma conservative agency finding that Business As Usual is already costing the economy, andwill impose increasing costs. I'mnot naive enough to pretend that this will be easy. I choose to work on phasing out gas appliances fromthe 120t million existing dwelling units in the US, because their custom nature makes themone ofthe rast challenging parts ofthe low carbon energy transition. And the fossil fuel industry is around 15% of global GDP, so nothing about the transition is simple. But SCAQIM D's Proposed Rules 1111 and 1121 are the most affordable andfair way to make our homes healthier: when an appliance reaches end of life, the property owner will have to recapitalize that asset no matter what. Instead of investing in an asset that will likely become stranded, replace it with an asset that provides better health, better performance, and lower operating costs. Please issue a letter in SUPPORT of SCAQMD Proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121 Thank you. Pete Marsh Long Beach, CA (yes, I'm a neighbor, not a resident of Redlands. But your decision irypacts the entire air basin, so please consider this input.) Small business owner and retired U.S. Coast Guard Commander (0-5) who also held regional leadership roles with a highly successful startup company and a marquee international technology consulting firm Pro bono leadership roles in nu r erous civic and educational conrnissions and nonprofit organizations focused on climate solutions, especially the decarbonization ofthe nation's existing building stock, including. USGBC California, AIA California, the Climate Reality Project, Clitmte Action California, and rare. California's South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) is Phasing Out Deadly Appliance Emissions in Homes Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change: Here's Why Prepared By: Pete Marsh, March 2025 Comments welcome: 12etemarsh.re@gmail.com Introduction: This white paper summarizes numerous studies and analyses that illuminate the importance and affordability of two Proposed Amended Rules under consideration by California's South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). The rules, PAR 1111 and PAR 1121, would deliver healthier air by driving down deadly emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx) and related toxic gases that are released into the atmosphere and in many cases into nearly six million Southern California dwelling units. The rules help households upgrade from polluting furnaces and water heaters to state-of-the-art and highly efficient equipment in the most cost-effective and equitable manner possible: as building owners replace existing appliances, usually at end of life, manufacturers must meet increasingly high sales targets of non -emitting appliances. About the Author: The author is a solar contractor, small business owner, and retired U.S. Coast Guard Commander (0-5) who held command assignments both afloat and ashore. He also held regional leadership roles with a highly successful startup company and a marquee international technology consulting firm, including enterprise resource allocation and budgeting responsibility in both his public and private sector roles. He holds pro bono leadership roles in numerous civic and educational commissions and nonprofit organizations focused on climate solutions, especially the decarbonization of the nation's existing building stock, including: USGBC California, AIA California, the Climate Reality Project, Climate Action California, and climate and sustainability commissions and task forces at large cities and and school districts. He holds multiple degrees: BS in Marine Science from the US Coast Guard Academy, and MS in Telecommunications Systems Management from the US Naval Postgraduate School (which is roughly half telecom engineering and half MBA). Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page I of 34 TABLE OF CONTENTS EXECUTIVESUMMARY...................................................................................................................................... 3 FOSSIL FUEL COMBUSTION DRIVES AIR POLLUTION AND CLIMATE CHANGE........................................6 AirPollution..................................................................................................................................................... 6 California Air Resources Board 2022 State Implementation Plan Strategy .............................................. 6 South Coast Air Quality Management District Air Quality Management Plan ........................................... 6 GreenhouseGases......................................................................................................................................... 7 Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change(IPCC)............................................................................... 7 US Fifth National Climate Assessment(NCA5)........................................................................................ 7 California's Fourth Climate Change Assessment(CCA4).........................................................................8 Reducing Air Pollution and Greenhouse Gases: #ElectrifyEverything Does Most of the Work ...................... 9 Safest and Cleanest Sources of Energy: Solar, Wind, Hydro, Nuclear, Geothermal ...................................... 9 AFFORDABILITY - MACROECONOMICS: FINANCIAL IMPACTS OF FOSSIL FUEL COMBUSTION .......... 11 Fossil Fuel Subsidies: $1.2 Trillion per Year of Direct Subsidies, and $6T Indirect ...................................... 12 NOAA: Billion Dollar Disasters Show Rapidly Increasing Disasters and Cost Due to Climate Forcing........ 12 Insurance and and Reinsurance Industry is Pulling Out of Hlgh Risk Areas Due to Climate Risk................12 US Federal Reserve Bank: Climate Change Likely to Increase Financial Shocks and Financial System Vulnerabilities................................................................................................................................................ 14 CFTC: Climate Change Poses a Major Risk to the Stability of the US Financial System .............................14 Social Cost of Carbon: Accounting for Externalities......................................................................................16 Cost of Doing Nothing / Business as Usual / Status Quo..............................................................................17 AFFORDABILITY - ENERGY SYSTEM ECONOMICS......................................................................................18 Electricity Generation: History and Recent Trends....................................................................................... 18 Growth of Zero Carbon Electricity Generation in the 2010s to 2020s...........................................................18 #ElectrifyEverything: the Technology Exists Today, and is Less Expensive than the Status Quo.................20 AFFORDABILITY - MICROECONOMICS: INDIVIDUAL HOUSEHOLD IMPACTS .......................................... 22 Household Affordability: Space and Water Heating...................................................................................... 22 HEALTHIMPACTS.............................................................................................................................................25 GlobalHealth Impacts...................................................................................................................................25 Air Pollution Causes 8M-10M Premature Deaths Per Year....................................................................25 CaliforniaHealth Impacts..............................................................................................................................26 South Coast Air District Health Impacts........................................................................................................ 26 OTHEROBJECTIONS....................................................................................................................................... 28 Modern Heat Pumps Work Well Below Negative 20 Degrees Fahrenheit.................................................... 28 "The Technology Just Isn't Ready„ (It Is).......................................................................................................29 Yes, the Electric Grid Can Handle Electrification of the Economy................................................................ 30 Grid Outage Risk: Clean Energy is the Most Reliable Energy................................................................ 31 Resilience: How Households and Communities Deal with Grid Outages ............................................... 31 100 Amp Panels: Over 90% of Electrical Panels Can Handle Full Electrification ......................................... 33 CONCLUSION.................................................................................................................................................... 34 Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@Qmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 2 of 34 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY California's South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) is considering two Proposed Amended Rules that would phase out the deadly emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx) and dozens of related toxic fumes that are released into the atmosphere and in many cases into nearly six million Southern California dwelling units. These two rules phase out furnaces and water heaters that emit these pollutants in the most affordable and equitable manner possible: as existing appliances reach their end of life, building owners will upgrade to zero-NOx appliances. Primarily, these will be heat pumps and heat pump water heaters, which are both highly efficient and a mature / on the shelf technology'. These rules are needed because the Los Angeles area still has the highest levels of ozone in the nation, and is one of only two regions that are in extreme nonattainment of the 2015 US EPA 8-hour ozone standard, 70ppb. The 2022 AQMP concludes that only way to achieve the required ozone reductions is to reduce NOx through extensive use of zero emission technologies across all stationary and mobile sources2. These rules are among the most impactful policies for upgrading existing ® buildings with pollution -free technologies under consideration in the state, and perhaps the nation. SCAQMD is among the early adopters, but not the first: New o v York State and City, Massachusetts, Washington State, Colorado, Denver, Boston, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District, and other jurisdictions who care Ea wpx• about their residents' health and livelihoods have already passed similar a�d�,� 1;w ,, legislation or regulations. As of January 2025, The Building Decarbonization ■ " °"" ®„ o. Coalition's policy tracker reflects 152 policies adopted by 130 local governments, 5 states, and 2 regional entities that address building specific operational fuel types and related emissions in the United States. An interactive map provides details3. Numerous legal mandates require CARB and California's 35 Air Districts to implement rules to reduce smog, air pollution, and greenhouse gases: the federal Clean Air Act (CAA)', California's Assembly Bill 32 (AB32)5, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) 2022 State Implementation Plan (SIP)6, the US Nationally Determined Contribution to the Paris Agreement', and more. ' South Coast Air Quality Management District. "SCAQMD Proposed Amended Rules (PAR) 1111 and 1121" Accessed October 18, 2024. https://www.agmd.gov/home/air-quality/air-quality. eg ment-plans/air-quality-m tg plan 2 South Coast Air Quality Management District. "South Coast AQMD Air Quality Management Plan 2022," page ES-1 Accessed January 11, 2025. https://www.agmd.gov/home/air-quality /quality-mana eg ment-plans/air-quality-m tgplan 'Building Decarbonization Coalition. "Zero Emission Building Ordinances." BDC. Accessed October 3, 2024. https://buiIdingdecarb.org/zeb-ordinances. ' US EPA. "US Clean Air Act, 42 U.S.C. §7401" Overviews and Factsheets, February 22, 2013. https://www.epa.gov/laws-regulations/summary-clean-air-act 5 Nunez. "AB32, California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006: Air Pollution, Greenhouse Gases," September 27, 2006. https:Hle ing fo.IegisIatui-e.ca.gov/faces/biI]NavC]ient.xhtmI?bill id=200520060AB32 6 California Air Resources Board. "GARB 2022 State Implementation Plan Strategy," 2022. https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-08/2022 State SIP Strategy.pdf ' UNFCCC. "Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to the Paris Agreement Synthesis Report" Accessed January 11, 2025. httDS://unfccc. int/nrocess-and-meetings/the-sari s-a2reement/nationalIv-determined-contributions-ndc s/ndc-svnthesis-reDort/ndc-svnthe sis-report Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 3 of 34 These rules have co -benefits of eliminating other criteria pollutants and greenhouse gases, all of which create major positive impact for human health and the economy. Opposition groups have expressed numerous objections to these draft rules, the most oft -stated being that Southern California households and businesses "can't afford to implement the rules"'. TRANSITION RISK Stranded PHYSICAL assets /capital RISK Physical Impac6 on Impacts onImpacts Imp. climate rnirastructurn, current and on asset Inst human heats, espeNetl change valuations Im agricultural economic impacts productivity activity and gyms Sy Extensive bodies of research conclude the opposite: the status quo or Business As Usual approach, in which —80% of total US energy is derived from fossil fuel combustion, is already causing ruinous economic damages from air pollution and climate change -amplified extreme weather events such as the devastating Los Angeles area wildfires of January 2025. For instance, a September 2020 US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) report concluded that if the world transitions to a zero carbon energy economy, "the cumulative benefit in terms of avoided climate -related and air pollution damages ranges from $50 trillion to $142 trillion, and reducing fossil fuel subsidies would generate further savings of $15 trillion by 2050 " 9 Additionally, "the transition would result in $11.8 trillion in stranded assets by 2050, but delaying action would nearly double total stranded assets to $19.5 trillion by 2050."10 According to the World Bank, global subsidies to the fossil fuel industry impose over $7 trillion of cost onto the economy, about 7% of the global 2023 $106T GDP". These include direct price support to consumers and producers and indirect subsidies from externalities such as the health and environmental costs of air pollution from fossil combustion, climate damages, and more. Affordability of compliance for individual households, especially low income, has been a major concern of commenters concerned about these rules. Two separate analyses specific to the South Coast Air Basin found that zero -emission equipment actually costs less up -front than gas -fired in some cases.12 There's also a large body of peer -reviewed research which finds that fossil fuel combustion causes massive human health impacts, including 8 to 10 million premature deaths per year. 13 14 'South Coast AQMD. "Comment Letters on SCAQMD Proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121" Accessed January 11, 2025. https://www. agmd. gov/home/rules-compliance/rules/scaqmd-rule-book/proposed-rules/rule-1111-and-rule-1121 /comment -letters 9 Ibid 10 Ibid " International Monetary Fund. "Fossil Fuel Subsidies." IMF. Accessed March 21, 2023. https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/climate-change/g energy -subsidies 12 Laurie Stone, Jed Holtzman, and Rachel Golden, "Heat Pumps Reduce Smog in Southern California. Available Incentives Mean They Can Also Cost Less Than Gas Equipment.," RMI, February 21, 2025, https://rmi.or /g heat-pumps-reduce-smog-in-southern-california-available-incentives-mean-they-can-also-cost-less-than- ag sequipment. 13 Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. "Fossil Fuel Air Pollution Responsible for 1 in 5 Deaths Worldwide," February 9, 2021. https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/c-change/news/fossil-fuel-air-pollution-responsible-for-l-in-5-deaths-worldwide " Wallace -Wells, David. "Ten Million a Year." London Review of Books, December 2, 2021. https://www.Irb.co.uklthe-paper/v43/n23/david-wallace-wells/ten-million-a-year Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 4 of 34 In the SCAQMD region alone, fossil -fired air pollution is responsible for 76,000 asthma attacks, 30,000 days of missed school, 130 premature deaths, and $2 billion in health impacts15. At the local level, Long Beach city council members and community advocates often point out that some studies have found life expectancy in West Long Beach to be up to 17 years shorter than a few miles away in East Long Beach. A major part of causation is fossil combustion along Interstate 710, colloquially known as the "Diesel Death Corridor." Numerous other objections are raised by written and verbal comments in this proceeding; while there are certainly challenges, the cost of taking action on existing buildings is far less than the cost of inaction. This white paper addresses many of those objections. The drivers of both air pollution and climate change are primarily combustion of fossil fuels16 The solution to eliminating emissions of both criteria pollutants and greenhouse gases, which has become clear in the last decade, is strikingly straightforward: numerous studies conclude that we can power well over 80% of the US and global economies with electric end use devices that are on the shelf right now, while simultaneously shifting energy supply to low emission sources - primarily solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and nuclear". We can and must start immediately on this journey, while conducting research in the handful of "Difficult To Decarbonize" (DTD) sectors: long distance shipping, long distance aviation, and a few high heat industrial processes. The existing building stock falls into the DTD category, not because of a lack of technology, but because of the sheer quantity of existing buildings that must be addressed, one at a time. There are over 120 million dwelling units in the United States, and about 70 million of them use gas furnaces and 60 million use gas water heaters. These appliances together contribute a significant fraction of NOx and other criteria pollutants, and roughly 10% of US greenhouse gas emissions, Until we replace them with non -emitting appliances, we'll continue to combust fossil fuels, continuing to impose cost and health impacts on humanity18. The sheer number of these appliances, and the relative uniqueness of each structure and its electrical wiring, makes it a huge challenge to upgrade homes to electric appliances. Upgrading gas furnaces and water heaters to zero-NOx appliances as they reach end of life, and while we have large incentives available from the federal government, state, SoCa1REN, and SCAQMD, is by far the most affordable and equitable way to accomplish this. 15 Southern California's Hidden Air Pollution Problem: Gas Furnaces & Water Heaters," Coalition For Clean Air and Rocky Mountain Institute, 2024, https://www.ccair.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/South-Coast-Brief.pdf 16 US Global Change Research Program. "Fifth US National Climate Assessment." Fifth National Climate Assessment. U.S. Global Change Research Program, Washington, DC, 2023. https:Hnca2023.alobalchange.aov/downloads. " Hausfather, Zeke, and Erik Olson. "What New Net -Zero Studies Tell Us About Electricity Decarbonization." The Breakthrough Institute. Accessed August 21, 2023. https:Hthebreakthrou,zh.org/issues/energy/new-net-zero-studies-on-electricity-decarbonization. " Griffith, Saul. "Electrify: The Book." Rewiring America, The MIT Press. October 04, 2022. https://www.i-ewirineamerica.or,a/electrify-the-book Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 5 of 34 FOSSIL FUEL COMBUSTION DRIVES AIR POLLUTION AND CLIMATE CHANGE A doctor doesn't prescribe treatment before making a diagnosis. Similarly, we need to state clearly the diagnosis for earth's atmosphere before discussing solutions and whether or not they are affordable. Air Pollution California Air Resources Board 2022 State Implementation Plan Strategy This section summarizes the statutory and federal regulatory framework that require these measures, mostly excerpts quoted from the CARB SIP. "These measures are needed across the State of California for areas to meet the federal 70 parts per billion (ppb) 8-hour ozone standard (70 ppb ozone standard) set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) in 2015.... "California has the only two areas in the nation with an Extreme classification for the 70 ppb ozone standard, the South Coast Air Basin (South Coast) and the San Joaquin Valley (Valley). While the Proposed 2022 State SIP Strategy is being developed primarily as a roadmap for attaining the 70 ppb ozone standard, the emissions reductions will also support attainment of other ozone (e.g. 80 ppb, 75 ppb) and fine particulate (PM2.5) national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS), make progress towards the State air quality standards, and improve visibility across the State.... "Residential and commercial buildings in California are the source of about 66 tpd NOx38 statewide due to natural gas combustion. Nearly 90 percent of building NOx emissions are due to space and water heating and the remaining 10 percent are due to cooking, clothes drying, and other miscellaneous end uses. At the regional level, approximately one-third of projected building related emissions in South Coast could be reduced by 2037 if zero -emission standards were implemented in 2030 for space and water heating...." 19 South Coast Air Quality Management District Air Quality Management Plan The California Air Resources Board (GARB) 2022 State Implementation Plan Strategy reports that the Los Angeles area has the highest levels of ozone (smog), which is created from NOx (oxides of nitrogen), in the nation. The rules discussed in this white paper focus on Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx), because that criteria pollutant is the one for which the LA basin is in worst non -attainment. But there are a huge number of other co -benefits to eliminating fossil combustion, including significant reductions in emissions of other criteria pollutants and greenhouse gases. On October 1, 2015, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) strengthened the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for ground -level ozone, lowering the primary and secondary ozone standard levels to 70 parts per billion (ppb). The South Coast Air Basin is classified as in "extreme" nonattainment. The 2022 AQMP was developed to 19 California Air Resources Board. "GARB 2022 State Implementation Plan Strategy," 2022. https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-08/2022 State SIP Strategvpdf. Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 6 of 34 address the requirements for meeting this standard and was adopted December 2, 2022 by the South Coast AQMD Governing Board.20 Greenhouse Gases While the rules herein specifically address the criteria pollutant NOx, since that is the legal authority of California's Air Districts, it is valuable to recognize that reducing NOx emissions will have significant co -benefits, particularly in driving down the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions that drive global warming and the economic, human health, and ecosystem damages that it causes. Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) The 2021 Sixth Assessment Report (AR6) of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) opens with the straightforward conclusion that "[A.1 It is unequivocal that human influence has warmed the atmosphere, ocean and land. Widespread and rapid changes in the atmosphere, ocean, cryosphere and biosphere have occurred. [A.1.1]: Observed increases in well -mixed greenhouse gas (GHG) concentrations since around 1750 are unequivocally caused by human activities."21 Dr. Jonathan Foley of Project Drawdown has one of the most straightforward graphs that summarize the sources of GHGs. They are produced by six major sectors of the economy, five of which involve combustion of fossil fuel (coal, oil and gas) for energy: electricity, industry, transportation, buildings, and other energy emissions are about 75% of emissions. Food & land use contribute the remaining 25%, primarily deforestation, methane emissions from cattle and rice fields, and nitrogen fertilizer overuse. US Fifth National Climate Assessment (NCA5) The Fifth National Climate Assessment is the US Government's preeminent report on climate change science, impacts, risks, and responses. It is a congressionally mandated interagency effort that provides the scientific foundation to support informed decision -making across the US22. This graphic summarizes several critical realities about climate change: • Climate change is happening right now in all regions of the US • Without deeper cuts in global net emissions, climate risks to the US will continue to grow. • How much more the US warms depends on choices made today. • Action to limit future warming and reduce risks can have near -term benefits and opportunities. 21 South Coast Air Quality Management District. "South Coast AQMD Air Quality Management Plan 2022," page ES-1 Accessed January 11, 2025. https://www.agmd.gov/home/air-quality. /�quality-manae� ment-plans/air-quality-m t-elan. 21 Masson-Delmotte, Valerie, Sarah L. Connors, et al., eds. "IPCC Assessment Report 6 - Climate Change 2021: Physical Science Basis." Sixth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, 2021. https://www. ipcc. ch/report/sixth-as ses sment-report-worki n g-Qroup-i. 22 US Global Change Research Program. "Fifth US National Climate Assessment." Fifth National Climate Assessment. U.S. Global Change Research Program, Washington, DC, 2023. https:Hnca2023.globalchange.eov/downloads. Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 7 of 34 Climate Change Risks and Opportunities in the US Climate change is happening now in all regions of the US Annual Temperature Annual Precipitation Sea Level Warm Nights Heavy Precipitation Direction of Change 0t 0t L—t C Not applicable How much more the US warms depends on choices made today ► Future global greenhouse gas emissions from human activities Temperature Change Compared determine whether and how quickly the US reaches warming levels to 1951-1980 Average associated with greater risks. —1°F _- 119_- Without deeper cuts in global net emissions, climate risks to the US will continue to grow ► A person born in North America in 2020 will experience more climate hazards during their lifetime, on average, than a person born in 1965, 5x Global Warming Above Preindustrial Levels Heatwaves 2.7°F 0 4.3°F 0 6.3°F 4x 3x Tropical River cyclones Drought E 2x Wildfires floods Crop failure � 1x = Ox I!1 rrcr Very high (SSP5a.5) HighrsaPa-lot Climate Reduced Scenarios Low (SSPi-2.6) Very low (SSPt-1.9) x 1951 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070 2080 2090 California's Fourth Climate Change Assessment (CCA4) V= California's Fourth Climate Change Assessment translates the state of climate science into actionable information. It "presents findings in the context of existing climate science, including strategies to adapt to climate impacts." From the abstract: In the absence of significant global mitigation action and regional adaptation efforts, rising temperatures, sea level rise, and changes in extreme events are expected to increasingly disrupt and damage critical infrastructure and property, labor productivity, and the vitality of our communities. Regional economies and industries that depend on natural resources and favorable climate conditions, such as agriculture, tourism, and fisheries, are vulnerable to the growing impacts of climate change. Rising temperatures, extreme heat, drought, wildfire on rangelands, and heavy downpours are expected to increasingly disrupt agricultural productivity in the United States. Expected increases in challenges to livestock health, declines in crop yields and quality, and changes in extreme events in the United States and abroad threaten rural livelihoods, sustainable food security, and price stability Our Nation's aging and deteriorating infrastructure is further stressed by increases in heavy precipitation events, coastal flooding, heat, wildfires, and other extreme events, as well as changes to average precipitation and temperature.23 23 "California's Fourth Climate Change Assessment," California Natural Resources Agency, California Energy Commission, California Governor's Office of Planning and Research. January 16, 2019. https://chmateassessment.ca.gou. Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@Qmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 8 of 34 Reducing Air Pollution and Greenhouse Gases: #ElectrifyEverything Does Most of the Work Climate journalist David Roberts, author of the newsletter Volts, in 2021 Published an article in which he laid out "a simple framework to help people think about how to prioritize climate policies."24 This quote from the article is a succinct summary of the key actions necessary to rapidly reduce both greenhouse gases and air pollution, including NOx (emphasis added): "While different climate models disagree about which policies and technologies will be needed to clean up remaining emissions after 2030, virtually all of them agree on what's needed over the next decade. It's clean electrification: 1. clean up the electricity grid by replacing fossil fuel power plants with renewable energy, batteries, and other zero -carbon resources; 2. clean up transportation by replacing gasoline and diesel vehicles — passenger vehicles, delivery trucks and vans, semi -trucks, small planes, agricultural and mining equipment, etc. with electric vehicles; and 3. clean up buildings by replacing furnaces and other appliances that run on fossil fuels with electric equivalents. Or as I summarize it: electrify everything! Clean electrification is the entree. If you decarbonize electricity, transportation, and buildings, you've taken out the three biggest sources of emissions in virtually every country. The technologies and policies we need to do it exist today, ready to deploy." This concise summary has become a guiding principle for many organizations and researchers working to reduce air pollution and greenhouse gases. But until the last decade, it wasn't at all clear that it would be either technically feasible or affordable to shift the global energy economy - which constitutes over 15% of global GDP - from its current heavy reliance on coal, oil, and gas to zero air pollution and zero GHG emissions in both energy supply and energy usage. The last decade has proven, both empirically in actually deployed technologies and studies assessing growth, that it is both feasible and affordable. The next several sections summarize trends in the clean energy transition: history of energy sources, financials, manufacturing, and deployment of zero carbon energy sources. These, coupled with a clear eyed assessment of the high cost of doing nothing (stranded assets, externalities, and supply and demand), make it clear that not only can we afford the clean energy transition, we can't afford NOT to do it - and rapidly. Safest and Cleanest Sources of Energy: Solar, Wind, Hydro, Nuclear, Geothermal 1' Roberts, David. "On Climate Policy, There's One Main Thing and Then There's Everything Else," January 8, 2025. https://www.volts.wtf/p/on-climate-policy-theres-one-main Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@Qmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 9 of 34 Since this paper discusses the clean energy transition, it's vital to establish what energy sources are considered clean. The chart below from Our World in Data summarizes their 2020 report which concludes "Fossil fuels are the dirtiest and most dangerous energy sources, while nuclear and modern renewable energy sources are vastly safer and cleaner.',21 The greenhouse gas emissions intensity of eight energy sources on the right hand side of this chart make clear: • Clean energy includes wind, solar, and nuclear energy, which each emit only 3 to 5 tonnes of CO2 equivalent per gigawatt hour (GWh) of electricity generated. • Gas, oil, and coal, meanwhile, emit 490, What are the safest and cleanest sources Of energy? Death rate from accidents and air pollution Coal clil ssx•.t,n,� Natural Gas — a.6oea�ns_ Biomass ma+•:r. Hydropower Greenhouse gasemissions ®;!ffI sm, -, � Nuclear energy 53-- QJW RMh, Wind..... 14,..,•�„•. a.w,,..,,, Solar �s 720 and 820 tonnes of CO2e per GWh, or from 100 to 200 times more _ CnnWorltl +L4laorg iR+o,rtX wtA tl ian.Me rog et. ,R, RI'It•xen'41CI rL,ehi polo•++. L,[wntA CC6YW "+-.rtM1on rv.,ry R.e.Ye.witl Mwe Rnvt. greenhouse gases per unit of electricity generated. These are the sources we need to rapidly phase out. • Hydropower is generally considered both clean energy generation and also Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES), shifting power generation from the west's rainy winter season to the dry summer season. • Biomass is complicated, and a small fraction of power generation. • Enhanced geothermal energy is not shown on the chart, but is a recently emerging very low emissions generating technology that is not weather -dependent. 21 "What Are the Safest and Cleanest Sources of Energy?," Our World in Data, February 10, 2020, https:Hourworldindata.org/safest-sources-of-ener2y Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 10 of 34 AFFORDABILITY - MACROECONOMICS: FINANCIAL IMPACTS OF FOSSIL FUEL COMBUSTION The objection most often posed to the low emissions energy transition is "We cannot afford to phase out fossil fuels." In fact, the opposite is true: we can't afford NOT to transition away from fossil fuel combustion. The majority of stated objections center around individual households, and cite high - often exaggerated - costs for low-NOx space and water heating appliances. This paper will address those. But in order to understand why it's important to eliminate emissions from each individual dwelling unit, we must first understand the staggering magnitude of cost imposed on society as a whole by fossil fuel combustion. Once we establish that context, the value of addressing each and every end use machine becomes much more clear. The status quo, in which —75% of total US energy is derived from fossil fuel combustion, will cause tremendous economic damage from air pollution and climate change -amplified extreme weather events such as the devastating Los Angeles area wildfires of January 2025. This section summarizes a few of the many sobering analyses about climate change economic impacts, followed by the good news regarding low carbon energy generation. Many of these reports refer to global, national, or regional economies; the 2023 scale of each was: • Global GDP: $106.2T26, 2' • US GDP: $27.7T21 • California GDP: $3.2T29 • Southern California GDP: $1.95T30 26 World Bank. "GDP Ranking by Nation 2023." Accessed January 12, 2025. https:Hdatacatalog.worldbank.org/search/dataset/0038130. 27 Rao, Pallavi. "Visualizing the $105 Trillion World Economy in One Chart." Visual Capitalist, August 9, 2023. https://www.visualcapitalist.com/visualizing-the-105-trillion-world-economy-in-one-chart. 28 ibid 29 Statista. "Real GDP California U.S. 2023." Statista. Accessed January 12, 2025. https://www.statista.com/statistics/ 187834/,gdn-of-the-us-federal -state-of-californi a-si nce-1997. 30 St. Louis Fed. "Real Gross Domestic Product by County 2023: California." Accessed January 12, 2025. https:Hfred. stl oui sfed. org/rel ease/tables?rid=397&ei d=1071149. Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@Qmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 11 of 34 Fossil Fuel Subsidies: $1.2 Trillion per Year of Direct Subsidies, and $6T Indirect 9 8 7 6 -5 N 4 =3 2 p 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 202C 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2022 2029 2030 = Explkit subsidies Ohs) Olmpicit subsidies Ohs) — Uplkk subsidies(rhs) —Impicit sataidies(rhs) Total subsidies(rhs) imposes a seven percent tax on the global economy. 9 The International Monetary Fund reports that in 2023, global a fossil fuel subsidies were $7 trillion, or 7% of GDP. 18% 7 6 a ($1.26T) of the 2022 subsidies are explicit support from 5 ` governments to fossil fuel producers, primarily undercharging 4 3 o for supply costs. The remaining 82% are implicit (indirect) 2 m subsidies, primarily underpricing for local air pollution costs and , 0 climate damages (about 30% each). Other implicit subsidies include broader road transport externalities such as congestion and road accidents (17%), and forgone consumption tax revenue (5%)31. Essentially, this means that fossil fuel combustion NOAA: Billion Dollar Disasters Show Rapidly Increasing Disasters and Cost Due to Climate Forcing The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has tracked Billion Dollar Disasters since 1980. These are primarily extreme weather events, which have been made more likely, more frequent, and more severe by the 2 degree Fahrenheit increase in global average temperature since pre -industrial times. As of January 2025, the US has sustained 403 weather and climate disasters since 1980 where overall damages/costs reached or exceeded $1 billion (CPI adjusted to 2024 US dollars). The total cost of these 403 events exceeds $2.9 trillion. The average in the 1980s was 3.3 events per year, costing 299 human lives and $22B CPI adjusted. In the last five years (2020-2024) 23.0 events per year, costing 504 human lives and $149B CPI adjusted32. Insurance and and Reinsurance Industry is Pulling Out of High Risk Areas Due to Climate Risk Number of loss events 1980-2015 ■ Geophysical events: ■ Hydmlogicalevents: Earthquakes. ssunamiyw nicactivity R-1, mass moveme ■ Meteorological events: ■ Climatological events: Tropical storm, extratropical storm, Extremetemperatu res. drought, m.local st wilMire The reinsurance industry is in the business of providing insurance to insurance companies. Munich Re is one of the largest reinsurers. Their website lists 12 categories of risk to their global capital assets, and one of those is climate change and its consequences. They introduce the topic thus: "For five decades, Munich Re has been analysing the effects that global warming and natural climate variations have on weather -related natural disasters. We focus on the risks involved as well as on loss prevention and new risk transfer concepts. We make use of long-term meteorological and loss data to understand changes in 31 International Monetary Fund. "Fossil Fuel Subsidies." IMF. Accessed March 21, 2023. https://www.imf.or /� en/Topics/climate-chan e/g energy -subsidies " NOAA. "Billion -Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters, 1980 - 2024" NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, 2020. https:Hdoi.org/10.2592]/STKW-7W73 Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 12 of 34 risk and to adjust our risk models accordingly. With this expertise, we can continue to provide our clients with the usual level of risk capacity. The current scientific consensus is that human greenhouse gas emissions since the industrial revolution are overwhelmingly responsible for rising temperatures in the atmosphere and oceans. The consequences of global warming are many and varied."33 Munich Re's 2015 report "Natural catastrophes 2015 - Analyses, assessments, positions," was headlined "The earth's `hotting up,' " and included the graph at left which shows that the costs attributable to extreme weather disasters globally have been increasing rapidly, in a pattern very similar to NOAA's billion dollar disasters. —�STREET g Mid-Atlantic Property Value Loss Heat Map Cap CrJsrclla MetliaComart 3233847098 CarolymaFirslStreeLnrg The risk analytics firm First Street Foundation describes itself as "The Standard for Climate Risk Financial Modeling. We exist to make the connection between climate change and financial risk at 1s :y I F'•. .x Relatfve Properly Loss i► �, ., -0 f-- — 250 ,00 50 In Millions of Dollars a,*m M-11 a sure nave by Zip Code scale for financial institutions, companies and governments.... Real estate, the bedrock of the American economy, is worth over 45 trillion dollars. Climate change has started to erode that foundation °'34 Data scientists from First Street Foundation and Columbia University performed housing market research along the US East and Gulf coasts, and found that increased tidal flooding caused by sea level rise has eroded $15.8 billion in property values between 2005 and 2017.35 They estimate that "39 million homes are covered at prices artificially lower than their true risk. They predict that as disasters continue surging, what they call the "growing climate bubble in the housing market" will pop — leaving millions of homes uninsurable and destroying their value. The average homeowner who loses an insurance policy automatically sees a drop of more than 10 percent in the home's value." Reinsurers are particularly exposed to these hazards because many insurance companies seek primarily to cover catastrophic risks — major events like hurricanes that are intensifying as the world warms." As a result, the reinsurance industry has paid dearly for much of the last decade; underwriting losses drove $115 billion in global reinsurance losses in 2022. "There's a tension over a business model that's retrospective, with a risk that's emerging," said Frank Nutter, president of the Reinsurance Association of America. The financial foundation of insurance, in other words, is cracking. " Munich Re. "Climate Change and Its Consequences" Accessed January 15, 2025. https://www.munichre.com/en/risks/climate-than eg html. " First Street Foundation. "The Standard for Climate Risk Financial Modeling." FirstStreet. Accessed February 16, 2023. https://firststreet.org. ss First Street Foundation. "Rising Seas Erode $15.8 Billion in Home Value from Maine to Mississippi." Accessed January 17, 2025. https:Has sets. firststreet.or2/LlpIoads/20l 9/03/Rising- Seas -Erode-15.8-Billion-in-Home-Value-from-Maine-to-Mississippi.pdf. Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 13 of 34 US Federal Reserve Bank: Climate Change Likely to Increase Financial Shocks and Financial System Vulnerabilities The Federal Reserve System ("the Fed," the central bank of the United States), was created by Congress to provide the nation with a safe, flexible, and stable monetary and financial system. In its November 2020 Financial Stability Report, the Fed addressed climate change for the first time, and the message was stark: "Climate change, which increases the likelihood of dislocations and disruptions in the economy, is likely to increase financial shocks and financial system vulnerabilities.... Acute hazards, such as storms, floods, droughts, or wildfires, can quickly alter, or reveal new information about, future economic conditions or the value of real or financial assets.... One example of Possible Transmission from Climate -Related Risks to Financial System Vulnerabilities Climate -related Examples of cli ate- Vulnerabilities risks change -related features Acute climate Nonlinear effect Asset valuations hazards on financial risks Chronic climate and models Borrowing by businesses and shifts Climate policies Timing uncertainty households Technological Leverage in the Incomplete contracts financial sector advances Investor/consumer ppacity of exposures Funding risks perceptions how climate change is likely to increase financial stability risks is through real estate exposures.... As inundations [from sea level rise] or storm surges become more frequent, the expected value of exposed real estate may decrease, which may in turn pose risks to real estate loans, mortgage -backed securities, the holders of these loans and securities, and the 16 profitability of nonfinancial firms using such properties. CFTC: Climate Change Poses a Major Risk to the Stability of the US Financial System The mission of the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is "to promote the integrity, resilience, and vibrancy of the U.S. derivatives markets through sound regulation" In September 2020, CFTC issued a sobering report titled "Managing Climate Risk in the U.S. Financial System. "37 The report presents 53 recommendations to mitigate risks to financial markets posed by climate change. The opening paragraph of the Executive Summary states starkly: "Climate change poses a major risk to the stability of the U.S. financial system and to its ability to sustain the American economy. Climate change is already impacting or is anticipated to impact nearly every facet of the economy, including infrastructure, agriculture, residential and commercial property, as well as human health and labor productivity. Over time, if significant action is not taken to check rising global average temperatures, climate change impacts could impair the productive capacity of the economy and undermine its ability to generate employment, income, and opportunity. Even under optimistic emissions -reduction scenarios, the United States, along with countries around the world, will have to continue to cope with some measure of climate change -related impacts" Chapter 8, "A Closer Look at Financing the Net -Zero Transition," includes this paragraph which puts the investments and savings for the status quo versus the path for limiting [global] warming in perspective: " Federal Reserve Board of Governors. "Near -Term Risks to the U.S. Financial System." Accessed January 15, 2025. httDS://www.federaireserve.2ov/Dublicati on s/2020-november-fin anci al-stabi lity-report-near-term-ri sl<s.htm 37 Litterman, Bob. "Managing Climate Risk in the U.S. Financial System," September 9, 2020. https://www. cftc.,2ov/sites/default/fil es/2020-09/9-9-20%2OReport%20of%20the%2OS ubcommittee%20on%20CIimate-Related%20M arket%20Risk%20-%20Managin �4%200i mate%20Risk%20in %20the%20U. S. %20Fi nanci al %20S y stem% 20for% 20posti n g.pdf. Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 14 of 34 "Investment needs are broadly estimated to be in the trillions of dollars. One estimate comes from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), which charts an ambitious yet technically and economically feasible path for limiting warming to "well below" 2 degrees Celsius, in line with the Paris Agreement. IRENA estimates that $110 trillion of cumulative worldwide investment in the energy sector will be needed leading up to 2050 (IRENA, 2019). That equates to roughly 2 percent of average global gross domestic product (GDP) per year over the period. Of the $110 trillion, $95 trillion is already required under the reference case scenario of current plans and policies but would need to be redirected from investments in high -carbon to low -carbon activities. An additional $15 trillion is necessary to further reduce emissions. This transformation is estimated to boost total global GDP by 2.5 percent, or 5.3 percent when considering the avoided climate -related damages relative to the reference case (maintenance of current plans and policies). The transition would result in $11.8 trillion in stranded assets by 2050, but delaying action would nearly double total stranded assets to $19.5 trillion by 2050. However, the cumulative benefit in terms of avoided climate -related and air pollution damages ranges from $50 trillion to $142 trillion, and reducing fossil fuel subsidies would generate further savings of $15 trillion by 2050, relative to the reference case.' 38 This figure illustrates the complexity of the risks posed by air pollution and climate change to the global economy. TRANSITION RISK Stranded PHYSICAL i assets 1 capital RISK Feedback loop, as financial systems stress further exacerbates disruptions in economic activity Additional takeaways from the CFTC report: • "A world racked by frequent and devastating shocks from climate change cannot sustain the fundamental conditions supporting our financial system;" • "U.S. financial regulators must recognize that climate change poses serious emerging risks to the U.S. financial system, and they should move urgently and decisively to measure, understand, and address these risks." 38 Ibid Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 15 of 34 This report was prepared by a subcommittee of 34 executives and researchers from industry, public interest groups, and academia. Notably, the subcommittee was appointed by a decision of the five CFTC Commissioners, all five appointed by President Trump during his first term.39 Subcommittee Chair Bob Litterman, founding partner and Risk Committee Chairman of Kepos Capital, said "I was amazed and gratified that the CFTC asked for this report, and I was honored to chair the subcommittee, but I think what is most unique about this effort is that more than 30 financial market participants agreed on so much',40 Social Cost of Carbon: Accounting for Externalities The social cost of carbon (SCC) is an economic field of study that quantifies the costs imposed on society from combustion of fossil fuels beyond the price paid "at the pump," by the direct consumer. Technically, it's an estimate of the present discounted value of the future damage caused by 1 tonne of CO2 emissions41. Dr. William Nordhaus won the 2018 Nobel Prize in Economics for his 1980s work on the Social Cost of Carbon, and President Obama's Executive Order (EO) 12866 in 2010 established an Interagency Working Group on the Social Cost of Greenhouse Gases (IWG), which developed a methodology for estimating the SCC42 . The costs considered in the IWG's current SCC methodology are the financial impacts of climate change, including changes in agricultural productivity, property damage from increased flooding, increased extreme weather events, increased wildfires, reduced labor productivity, and declines in human health from hotter ecosystems43. The IWG methodology does not currently include several other factors, although a 2017 report by the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) to the IWG contains recommendations for considering them. These include global factors such as forced migration and economic and political destabilization; global biodiversity and species extinction; and health damages from air pollution, ozone pollution, and wildfire smoke" The IWG SCC was calculated at $42 during the Obama administration, then reduced to $3 at the beginning of the Trump administration. In 2021, EO 13990 restored it to $51 ($42 plus inflation), and also ordered a review; that review, delivered in September 2022, implements many of the NASEM suggestions and concludes that SCC is $190/MT45 Federal agencies are required to use SCC to evaluate proposed regulations. California and 11 other states have adopted the federal SCC, and also use it in policy analysis46. Globally, about 70 nations or sub -nations covering 23% of global emissions place an actual price on carbon, in the form of either a Cap -and -Trade system like California's or a carbon tax47. 39 CFTC. "Former Commissioners of the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission." Accessed January 18, 2025. https://www.cftc.gov/About/Commissioners/FormerCommissioners/index.htm. 40 "CFTC's Climate -Related Market Risk Subcommittee Releases Report" Accessed January 11, 2025. https://www.cftc.aov/PressRoom/PressReleases/8234-20. 41 K. Rennert and C. Kingdon, "Social Cost of Carbon 101," Resources for the Future, Feb. 03, 2022. https://www.rff.or /g/publications/explainers/social-cost-carbon-101 (accessed Apr. 11, 2023). 42 US Interagency Working Group on Social Cost of Greenhouse Gases, "Technical Support Document: Social Cost of Carbon, Methane, and Nitrous Oxide," Feb. 2021. https://www.whitehouse. og v/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/TechnicalSupportDocument SocialCostofCarbonMethaneNitrousOxide.pdf 43 Ibid. 44 Ibid. 41 US EPA, "EPA External Review Draft of `Report on the Social Cost of Greenhouse Gases: Estimates Incorporating Recent Scientific Advances,"' Sep. 22, 2022. https://www.epa.aov/environmental-economics/scaha 46 "States Using the SCC." https://costofcarbon.or /sg tates 4' "Which countries have put a price on carbon?," Our World in Data. https:Hourworldindata.org/carbon-priciniz Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 16 of 34 California AB-766, "Climate change: corporate disclosures" (Gabriel, Bennett, 2021-2022) did not pass, but would have required "covered corporations" to begin to account for the cost of emissions41 . State Lands Commission Order # W 17166 of 12 April 2023 was clear: "incorporate risk identification and analysis to provide the transparency necessary to evaluate the efficacy of current and future operations," with SCC #9 of 11 areas of consideration. For decades, ER has not quantified the damages caused by extraction, focusing only on the dollars flowing into city coffers. SCC gives City Council a tool to understand the magnitude of the health and budget impacts. Cost of Doing Nothing / Business as Usual / Status Quo The numerous reports described in this section emphasize a critical thread, too often ignored or downplayed, that runs through every discussion of air pollution and climate change: the cost of doing nothing. When an enterprise or its board consultants analyze alternatives, a fundamental principle is that in addition to whatever options are evaluated, the analysis must assess feasibility and cost of maintaining the status quo. The reports just summarized make clear that the global, national, and regional economies cannot afford to continue with the status quo, which involves powering over 80% of the US economy with coal, oil, and gas. In fact, if the US delays its transition to a low emissions energy economy, it will give away global leadership in the energy economy of the 21 st century. China is already racing far ahead; every policy proposal that gives the US opportunities to more rapidly build our clean energy economy positions this nation better to compete. 48 AB-766 (proposed, not passed) Climate change: corporate disclosures. (Gabriel, Bennett, 2021-2022. https://le ing fo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billStatusClient.xlitml?bill id=202120220AB766 Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 17 of 34 AFFORDABILITY - ENERGY SYSTEM ECONOMICS Electricity Generation: History and Recent Trends Before looking to the future of the US energy system, it's useful to review the past. In 2016, the US Energy Information Administration published this 80+ year look -back at utility -scale electric generating capacity by initial operating year, 1930-2016.49 This chart doesn't show total electrical energy generation each year; it shows how much generating capacity was added each year, and from which sources. This is important context as we consider how the grid might further change in the future. The historical view of how the electric grid has evolved over nearly a century reveals several takeaways: e The grid is not constant - as the saying U.S. utility -scale electric generating capacity by initial operating year (as of Dec 2016) gi9a'•,vatts 60 other so 40 30 20 10 goes, the only constant is change. 1930 and 1940 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 The electric grid added enough befafe capacity to double in the 1950s, and doubled again in the 1960s. By comparison, the expansion by 2X to 3X over the next three decades that will be discussed in a subsequent section looks almost modest. It's not: there's plenty of complexity. But the grid has achieved significant growth in the past, and if we trust American engineering, ingenuity, and innovation, we should be able to do so in the future. • The chart shows the dominance of coal from the 1950's into the 1980's, when the saying "Coal is King" was prominent. • The fracking boom of the 2000's brought that to an end, and for a half decade the US built the most generating capacity ever, with about 18OGW added from 2002 to 2006. One common objection to transforming the grid by building a lot of renewable energy is "it can't be done." The incredible expansion of gas plants in the 2000's shows that isn't true: in a little over a decade, the US grid transformed from being dominated by coal to being dominated by gas, whose emissions intensity for onsite combustion is just half that of coal. • The US built most of its approximately 100 nuclear power plants in the 1970's and 1980's; all but a few remain online today, and are receiving service life extensions from public service commissions around the country, since they provide almost 100 GW of clean electricity generation at capacity factors over 90%. • In the mid-2000's wind began to grow, and in the mid-2010's solar followed suit. This EIA chart only extends through 2016, so it doesn't show a lot of renewable generation, but a subsequent section focused on the most recent decade will show the next phase of the transformation in the electrical grid. Growth of Zero Carbon Electricity Generation in the 2010s to 2020s 49 US Energy Information Administration (EIA). "U.S. Utility -Scale Electric Generating Capacity by Initial Operating Year, 1930-2016. " February 27, 2017. ht!ps://www.eia.�zov/todayinener2y/detail.php?id=30112. Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 18 of 34 The previous section described US electricity generating sources over nearly a century. This section zooms in to the most recent timeframe. This chart from the US Energy Information Administration shows a dramatic shift over the last two and a half decades: gas plans dominated from 2000 to 2007, when wind began to comprise a significant portion of annual capacity additions; by 2015 wind and solar combined were over half of new capacity and have been every year since except 2018. By 2023, wind and solar and batteries were over 82% of new capacity, and in 2024 - not shown on this chart - they comprised 94% of new capacity." Annual U.S. electric -generating capacity additions (2000-2023) What has caused the rapid deployment of giigawatts eia 70 clean energy generation? The same things 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 2000 2002 2004 2006 2008 2010 2012 2014 2016 2018 2020 2022 that have powered each industry bat«$ry transformation in our economy (steam st.ge engine, the internal combustion engine, 20th century labor-saving household solar appliances, and the computing and internet wind revolutions): innovation, R&D, nticle`l manufacturin , demand, supplyincreasin natural g' g gas scale, judicious government incentives in coal many cases, and declining prices. The following chart and summary from the annual energy transition presentation by the independent nonpartisan nonprofit, RMI, describes the pace and scale of the clean energy transition. 51 "The energy system is being disrupted by the exponential forces of renewables, electrification, and efficiency." "In economic parlance, we say knowledge exhibits increasing returns: the more we discover, the more we realize there is to find out. Commodities, on the contrary, exhibit decreasing returns: the more oil we dig, the more onerous our efforts need to become. Historical costs of energy sources 1.°0°°° U�01 _, l>11M 1.0°0 OR Coal(electricity) aa These decreasing returns from oil or 100 coal are offset by improvements in the 10 technologies that extract them. The net 1 effect, however, is no structural decline Iss° 1900 1920 1940 1960 1980 2303 2020 in cost. Oil prices today, in real terms, are roughly the same as they were 140 years ago, and coal electricity prices are the same as they were 100 years ago. Solar and battery prices, on the other hand, fall by about 20 percent for every doubling of deployment. And deployment has been doubling every two to three years. As a result, prices "Elesia Fasching and US Energy Information Administration (EIA), "Wind, Solar, and Batteries Increasingly Account for More New U.S. Power Capacity Additions," Today in Energy, March 6, 2023, httl2s://www.eia.gov/todayinenergy/detail.php?id=.55719. " Kingsmill Bond, Sam Butler -Sloss, and Daan Walter, "The Cleantech Revolution - It's Exponential, Disruptive, and Now," RMI, June 2024, https:Hrmi.ora/insight/the-cleantech-revolution Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@Qmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 19 of 34 have plummeted. Solar prices are down 99.9 percent since the 1950s. Batteries prices are down 97 percent since the 1990s. The more solar panels and batteries we make, the more we learn how to make them, and the cheaper they get... and the more we can afford and thus the more we demand. Developing an energy source that gets cheaper the more we make of it is a milestone for humanity. The positive repercussions of which will be a defining thread of our era. The energy transition can be seen as a shift from commodities to technologies; from digging to manufacturing; and from hunting to harvesting. It is a story of brains beating brawn." Humanity is still relatively early in the clean energy transition, as can be seen in the previous EIA chart of US generating capacity from 1930-2016. But the structural economic, manufacturing, and deployment of renewable energy revealed in the RMI report makes clear that change is coming, and rapidly. #ElectrifyEverything: the Technology Exists Today, and is Less Expensive than the Status Quo Previous sections showed the large scale and rapid pace of clean energy deployment in recent years. Building on that success, and looking 20 to 30 years into the future, numerous studies in the late 2010s and early 2020s evaluated national and global energy use across all sources and uses. Three respected peer -reviewed net zero studies were summarized by Dr. Zeke Hausfather in a 2021 meta -study." All three concluded that the US economy can reach net zero emissions by 2050: "A slew of new net -zero studies have been published in recent months, including Princeton's Net Zero America (NZA) project, the Vibrant Clean Energy Zero By Fifty scenario, and by a team of researchers led by Jim Williams at USF. All three of these take a deep -dive into how the US could reach net -zero emissions by 2050, down to the level of where each new generating facility might be located, where new transmission lines would be built, and how electricity generation sources can meet hourly grid demand in different regions of the country. Each study contains multiple scenarios looking at the sensitivity to future technology prices, land use constraints, and other factors. While the models differ in important ways, they all paint a broadly similar picture. Wind and solar expand rapidly in the next three decades. US coal use falls off a cliff, reaching zero by 2030 or 2035. At the same time, natural gas use stays rather flat — or even increases modestly — between 2020 and 2030, as it serves a key role in filling in the gaps in variable renewable generation. Gas capacity actually increases in two of the three decarbonization models through 2050, though capacity factors — how often the gas plants are run — fall rapidly, and gas increasingly becomes a blend of hydrogen and methane closer to 2050." Hausfather created this graph to summarize the 2020 US electricity generation mix, as well as the three studies' projected generation mix in 2030, 2040, and 2050. The top level takeaway is that each study concludes " Zeke Hausfather and Erik Olson, "What New Net -Zero Studies Tell Us About Electricity Decarbonization," The Breakthrough Institute, February 22, 2021, httl2s://thebreakthroueh.ore/issues/energy/new-net-zero-studies-on-electricity-decarbonization. Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@Qmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 20 of 34 Electricity generation mix across different decarbonization models 12000 10000 3 8000 6000 3 4000 H 2000 X Coal Gas non-CCS Gas CCS Nuclear Hydro GeoBio Onshore Wind Offshore Wind Solar BREAKTHROUGH— $ T i T U T E Takeaways: • Future electricity demand: 2050 generation in the three models ranges from about twice the 4,000 Terawatt hour level of 2020 to three times that. These variations are driven by differing projections of economy -wide electrification rates, and the degree to which other sectors of the economy can be effectively electrified and their pace of change. • All three models find that wind and solar - variable renewable energy , or VRE - deliver between 5 1 % and 9 1 % of total electricity generation by 2050. The remainder is a mix of clean firm generation (hydro, nuclear, and geothermal) with large expansions of transmission capacity, demand management, battery storage, and other dispatchable energy storage. • One model forecasts a large expansion of nuclear energy, while the other two project a bigger role for offshore wind. Dr. Hausfather concludes his meta study with this summary: "The future electricity mix is difficult to foresee perfectly, and history is a graveyard of failed energy model predictions. All models are wrong, as the saying goes, but some are useful. These deep decarbonization models give us a sense of what may be needed. We should not fixate too much on the specific generation mixes in any particular scenario, but we should take heed of where the models agree: on the importance of near -term renewables deployment, the medium -term role of gas capacity to fill in the gaps, and the importance of clean firm generation and complementary technologies to wean the power system off its dependence on natural gas in the longer term." Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 21 of 34 AFFORDABILITY - MICROECONOMICS: INDIVIDUAL HOUSEHOLD IMPACTS The South Coast Air District is home to about 17.5 million people, about 44% of California's population, and 5% of the US population.53 This scale presents challenges for reducing NOx and other pollutants. It also means that actions taken here will have impact around the nation and the world. • The region has about 5.9 million housing units, or 43% of California's 13.7 million total; these include roughly 5 million gas furnaces and 5 million gas water heaters. • Approximately 48% of residential buildings are occupied by renters. • In 2018, residential combustion emitted 19.1 tons of NOx per day, 32% of the total emissions from stationary sources. Household Affordability: Space and Water Heating The existing building stock is a challenging sector in which to reduce NOx, other air pollutants, and greenhouse gases: in addition to the South Coast air district housing stock described above, nationwide there are over 120M households, with —70M gas furnaces and —60M gas water heaters.54 Each of those are unique installations, which means that installers can rarely achieve economies of scale which would reduce costs. When a building owner switches an appliance from gas to electric power, there can be additional Capital Expenses (CAPEX) beyond what a like -for -like replacement with a gas appliance would cost. These fall into three categories: Appliance Cost, Electrical Circuit Cost, and Electrical Panel Upgrades, which are discussed in detail below. The nonpartisan think tank RMI published a blog post in February 2025 that compares the cost of retrofitting an air -source heat pump to replace a combined furnace and air conditioner. Their analysis found that zero -emission equipment can deliver more than $10,000 in up -front cost savings in some cases. Even without federal home energy rebate funding, low-income households can save between $2,400 and $4,200 when choosing an air -source heat pump over a traditional furnace and AC system. And low-income households switching to heat pump water heaters from traditional gas units can save from $2,125 to $2,925.51 In addition to the RMI analysis, this white paper analyzed actual installation data from the TECH Clean California program, a statewide initiative to accelerate the adoption of clean space and water heating technology across California homes in order to help California meet its goal of being carbon -neutral by 2045. In the four counties of the AQMD region, empirical cost data from 15,552 actual appliance replacements showed that on average, retrofitting heat pumps in place of a gas furnace with accompanying air conditioner resulted in lower CAPEX than replacing with like -for -like. The retrofits presented in this data set were performed by licensed California contractors in the TECH Clean California program.sb 53 SCAQMD, "Proposed Amended Rule 1111 and PAR 1121 Working Group Meeting (WGM) #1," October 5, 2023, https://www.agmd.aov/home/news-events/calendar v2?month=l0&day=5&year=2023&id=f892dbef-c2b6-6f27-bf6f-ff00004a9la9 51 Saul Griffith, "Electrify: The Book," Rewiring America, accessed January 16, 2024, https://www.rewiringamerica.or,g/electrify-the-book 55 Laurie Stone, Jed Holtzman, and Rachel Golden, "Heat Pumps Reduce Smog in Southern California. Available Incentives Mean They Can Also Cost Less Than Gas Equipment.," RMI, February 21, 2025, https://rmi.or /g heat-pumps-reduce-smog-in-southern-califomia-available-incentives-mean-they-can-also-cost-less-than- ag s-equipment. 56 TECH Clean CA, "TECH Clean California Data Repository: Project Locations, Costs, and Incentives," data extracted February 7th, 2025, httl2s://techcIeanca.com/heat-12ump-data/heat-pump-data-visuals Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 22 of 34 Appliance Retrofit Cost Summary Table: 4-County Total / Average San Bernardino County Riverside County Orange County Los Angeles County HPWH installations 2,357 355 811 224 967 HP HVAC installations 13,165 1,507 5,067 2,422 4,169 Average HPWH project cost per residence $6,096 $5,343 $7,270 $5,583 $6,187 Average HPWH incentive per residence $4,841 $4,130 $6,542 $3,902 $4,789 Average HPWH out of pocket cost per residence $1,255 $1,213 $728 $1,681 $1,398 Average HPWH percent savings per residence 79% 77% 90% 70% 77% Average Gas WH project cost per residence $3,000 Average HPWH out of pocket cost vs higher (lower) than like -for -like per residence ($1,745) Average Heat Pump project cost per residence $18,373 $15,996 $17,687 $19,336 $20,472 Average Heat Pump total incentive per residence $1,929 $2,021 $2,086 $1,784 $1,825 Average Heat Pump out of pocket cost per residence $16,444 $13,975 $15,601 $17,552 $18,647 Average Heat Pump percent savings per residence 10% 13% 12% 9% 9% Average Gas Furnace plus AC project cost per residence $18,800 Average Heat Pump out of pocket cost vs higher (lower) than gas furnace plus ac per residence ($2,356) Average Gas Furnace project cost per residence $10,000 Average Heat Pump out of pocket cost vs higher (lower) than like -for -like per residence $6,444 Each project involved installing either a heat pump water heater or heat pump space conditioning system. This summary table also compares the costs of fuel -switching retrofits to the costs of like -for -like retrofits, as presented in SCAQMD's Working Group Meeting ##251; these costs were taken from a 2019 study by the energy consulting firm E3.58 So while it is absolutely appropriate to carefully examine household budget impacts, empirical data shows that on average, retrofitting with zero-NOx appliances is affordable. Here are further details on the three components of retrofit costs: Appliance cost (CAPEX): A heat pump is usually more expensive than a gas furnace, and usually less expensive than a furnace plus accompanying air conditioner. Heat pump water heaters (HPWH) are more expensive than gas or electric resistance water heaters. The Summary Table above shows that of the 15,000 retrofits performed: o Heat pump water heater retrofits in the project set were almost $3,100 greater than like -for -like gas, but the average $4,841 incentives made the replacement about $1,800 less expensive than like -for -like. 57 SCAQMD, "Proposed Amended Rule 1111 and PAR 1121 Working Group Meeting (WGM) ##2," November 28, 2023, https://www.agmd.,gov/home/news-events/calendar v2?month= l l &day=28&year=2023&id=4601 deef-c2b6-6f27-bf6f-fF00004a91 a9 " Charles Li et al., "Residential Building Electrification in California," April 15, 2019, https://www.ethree.com/e3-quantifies-the-consumer-and-emissions-impacts-of-electrifying-california-homes Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 23 of 34 o When a heat pump retrofit replaces both a gas furnace and an air conditioner, the average price is a few hundred dollars less than replacing with a gas furnace and air conditioner. And with the average $1,929 incentives, savings increased to an average $2,356. Since 87% of SCAQMD region homes already have AC, this metric applies to the vast majority of households. o When a heat pump retrofit replaces a gas furnace but not air conditioning, the cost is about $6,400 more than replacing with a like -for -like gas furnace, even with incentives. This condition is found in only about 13% of SCAQMD region households; and it means that the household now has AC, which they didn't have before. • Electrical Circuit Cost: To switch these appliances from gas to electric, some homes will need an upgraded electrical circuit: larger wire gauge, and in rare cases a four wire circuit instead of a three wire circuit. But the majority of 240 volt heat pumps and heat pump water heaters can use the same two current carrying conductors and ground conductor that were in place for the gas furnace or water heater being replaced. If an upsized circuit is needed, that can cost a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. • Main Panel Upgrades: As recently as 2022, Rewiring America and other groups estimated that as many as about 50% of homes switching from gas to electric would need to upgrade their main electrical panel, and estimated the cost at $2K—$4K each. But in 2023, New Buildings Institute and Redwood Energy collected empirical data from over 70,000 households in California's PG&E utility territory, and over 20,000 in PG&E territory. Over the course of a full year, only 2% of households ever exceeded 88 amps. And the average peak load in all -electric homes was just 32 amps.59 This means that most houses with 100 amp panels should be able to electrify without upgrading, and even add EV charging. (Some will need to add a subpanel, or upgrade the main panel, if they have no more physical circuit breaker spaces available; and others will choose to replace old panels that appear to be safety concerns. Nationwide, the US electrical code was upgraded in 1962 to require 100 amp panels, and since the early 1990s most California homes have been built with 200 amp panels. By using efficient appliances, circuit sharing devices, and other efficient design techniques, Redwood Energy shows how to operate a 3,000 square foot home all-electric.60 This section has focused on the existing built environment. For new construction, building all -electric is less expensive than dual -fuel homes with both gas and electric. New Buildings Institute found that "The all -electric single-family home is $7,500-$8,200 cheaper to construct than the baseline code home." The reason: an all -electric house doesn't have to have a trench dug to the gas distribution pipe in the street; doesn't have to have the lateral (pipe from street to meter) installed; doesn't need a gas meter; doesn't need any gas piping inside the house; and doesn't need any venting for combustion exhaust.61 Similar studies have found that for multifamily residential, the construction cost savings are about $3,500 per dwelling unit. s9 Amruta Khanolkar, Sean Armstrong, and Tom Kabat, "We Can Power the Homes of the Future with Electric Panels of the Past," New Buildings Institute, July 25, 2023, https://newbui 1 di n gs. ol.g/we-can-power-the-homes-of-the-future-wi th-electric-panel s-of-the-past " Sean Armstrong, "How to Electrify A Residence Without A Panel Upgrade," Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, December 2021, https:/fhomes.lbl.,gov/sites/default/files/2021-12/How%20to%20Electrify%20A%20Residence%2OWithout%2OPanel%20Ume ades.pd f 61 Sean Denniston et al, "Cost Study of the Building Decarbonization Code - New Buildings Institute," April 2022, https:HnewbuiIdin s.org/resource/cost-study-of-the-building-decarbonization-code Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 24 of 34 HEALTH IMPACTS Global Health Impacts Air Pollution Causes 8M--10M Premature Deaths Per Year Our World in Data performed a detailed review of several studies that estimate the global death toll from air pollution. They found that "the two most widely -cited estimates attribute around 7 million deaths per year to air pollution. But the published estimates span a wide range. More recent studies tend to find a higher death toll than earlier studies. This is not because air pollution — at a global level — is worsening, but because the more recent scientific evidence suggests that the health impacts of exposure to pollution is larger than previously thought.... Exposure to air pollutants increases our risk of developing a range of diseases, in three major categories: cardiovascular diseases, respiratory diseases, and cancers"62 It makes sense to think of these estimates as `avoidable deaths' — they are the number of deaths that would be avoided if air pollution was reduced to levels that would not increase the risk of developing these lethal diseases. Death is, of course, not the only negative consequence of air pollution. Many millions more suffer from poor health as a result. 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Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 25 of 34 California Health Impacts A recent detailed analysis suggests that adoption of low -carbon energy in California to reduce GHG emissions 80 percent below 1990 levels would lead to a 55 percent reduction in air pollution mortality rates relative to 2010 levels63 These public health improvements have a value of $11-20 billion/year in California. The majority of these public health savings are associated with reductions in PM concentrations, which is the primary air quality challenge in California. A 2018 report for the California Energy Commission quantified the health benefits of deep air pollution and GHG emission reductions in California in financial terms. The analysis examined the co -benefits of reducing greenhouse gases and air pollutants that accrue when fossil fuel combustion declines. It concluded that "Using recent evidence on links between pollution mitigation and public health, the model was able to estimate long-term economic benefits from averted deaths and Figure 1: Medium Cost Scenario Health Benefits in 2030 for Los Angeles ($ per Household) 750 15500+ Source: Berkeley Ecenomic Advising and Research Sao 8 c 250 7 E E O 0200 W c 150 N_ j © 1o0 so E Z0 ■.�--- 100 300 500 700 900 1.100 1.300 1.500+ Dollars per Household medical care attributable to California climate policy. The team estimated the economic value of these health benefits is comparable to the direct costs of the entire energy system buildout. Thus, the state's climate initiative, still controversial for some, could be justified solely on public health grounds.."64 South Coast Air District Health Impacts Despite progress over the last three decades to reduce ozone pollution in the South Coast AQMD, progress has leveled off recently. We still violate federal health -based ozone standards more than 100 days a year. The 2022 Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP), the blueprint for cleaning the air in the region, noted that the prior strategy of incrementally cleaner combustion was not sufficient to make it safe to breathe. In fact, the 2022 AQMP stated clearly that "the only way to achieve the required NOx reductions is through extensive use of zero -emission technologies across all stationary and mobile sources." In particular, the AQMP noted we need to go to zero -emissions everywhere feasible. Upgrading homes with zero -emission technologies like heat pumps for space and water heating is not only feasible but will deliver enormous co -benefits like expanding access to cooling in homes. A recent analysis from the Coalition for Clean Air and RMI noted that "methane gas -burning equipment in residential and commercial buildings in the South Coast Air Basin is responsible for: " Zapata, Christina B., Chris Yang, Sonia Yeh, Joan Ogden, and Michael J. Kleeman. "Low -Carbon Energy Generates Public Health Savings in California." Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics 18, no. 7 (April 10, 2018): 4817-30. https:Hdoi.org/ 10.5194/acp-18-4817-2018. ' California Energy Commission. "Exploring Economic Impacts in Long -Term California Energy Scenarios." California Energy Commission, current -date. https://www.energy.ca. gov/publicati on s/2018/explorin g-economic-impacts-Ion g-term-califomia-energy-scenarios. Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 26 of 34 9 Approximately 76,000 asthma attacks per year. About 30,000 lost school days annually. 130 premature deaths each year. Annual health impacts valued at $2 billions These vital rules are the largest emission reduction effort in more than three decades. Upgrading homes with zero -emission technologies for space and water heating when appliances need replacement will dramatically cut pollution in the region and help bring the region's air into compliance with state and federal standards. " Southern California's Hidden Air Pollution Problem: Gas Furnaces & Water Heaters," Coalition For Clean Air and Rocky Mountain Institute, 2024, https://www.ccair.or�4/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/South-Coast-Brief.pdf Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 27 of 34 OTHER OBJECTIONS Numerous other objections to the actions necessary to phase out fossil fuel emissions are have been raised in written and verbal comments. These commenters may not be aware of the current state of heat pump, grid, and other technologies that make the transition to zero carbon space and water heating not just feasible, but lower lifecycle cost in the vast majority of cases. This section addresses several common objections: Modern Heat Pumps Work Well Below Negative 20 Degrees Fahrenheit Several commenters have argued that heat pumps don't work in cold climates. A couple of decades ago, it was true that heat pumps only worked above about positive 20 or 30 degrees Fahrenheit. Several advancements in the last decade have combined to allow heat pumps to operate down to 20 or more degrees F below zero. • Variable capacity compressors and fans • Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) • Inverter drive" • Computer control • Vapor injection and liquid injection 67 • Advanced Refrigerants • Using waste heat to prevent icing below freezing.68 The Consumer Reports article cited above includes this very balanced quote: "Of course, you'll also find people who say that after spending tens of thousands of dollars on the installation, they're left with a chilly home and sky-high utility bills. But that's more likely to happen only if you end up with a contractor unfamiliar with heat pumps. Chances are, if you pick the right equipment for your home and your climate, make any recommended weather -sealing upgrades, and hire a reputable contractor with experience installing heat pumps, you should have a good outcome" The next generation of cold climate heat pump advancements is underway in the Department of Energy's Cold Climate Heat Pump Challenge, in which eight manufacturers are involved: Bosch, Carrier, Daikin, Johnson Controls, Lennox, Midea, Rheem, and Trane Technologies.69 How can heat pumps work at temperatures so low? Because physics tells us that any matter contains heat energy whenever its temperature is above absolute zero, which is -273 °C or -459 'F. An easier way to think about it is to use the Kelvin scale, which reads zero at absolute zero, instead of Celsius, which physicists set for easy reference to water, which freezes at 0 °C (273 °K) and boils at 100 °C (373 °K).70 66 Liam McCabe, "Can Heat Pumps Actually Work in Cold Climates?," Consumer Reports, April 9, 2024, https://www.consumerreports.or /g heat-pumps/can-heat-pumps-actually-work-in-cold-climates-a4929629430/. 6' Jon Reed, "Bring Home the Latest Cold Climate Heat Pumps - CNET," CNET, January 23, 2025, https://www.cnet.com/home/energy-and-utilities/bring-home-the-latest-cold-climate-heat-pumps/. " Chris Baraniuk, "Meet the Heat Pump: An Old Technology That's the Future of Home...," Canary Media, February 28, 2023, https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/heat-pumps/meet-the-heat-pump-an-old-technology-thats-the-future-of-home-heating. 69 US DoE, "Residential Cold Climate Heat Pump Challenge," US Department of Energy, October 2021, https://www.energy_.gov/eere/buildings/residential-cold-climate-heat-pump-challen�. 70 Wikipedia, "Absolute Zero," in Wikipedia, accessed February 24, 2025, https:Hen.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Absolute zero&oldid=1277312264. Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@Qmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 28 of 34 The improvement in heat pump performance is not just theoretical: the chart below shows very high penetration in nations with the highest incidence of heating degree days: Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Estonia. " And in the United States, Maine is a recognized leader in heat pump deployment. 5,000 4,500 4,000 0 3,500 c a 3.000 m 2,500 c m 2,000 0 a) s 1,500 0 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 Number at heat pumps per 100 households Another practical approach to cold climates is to use a backup source of heat. Sometimes called dual fuel, hybrid, or supplemental, these systems use heat pumps until the temperature drops below its capability; at that time, a backup source of heat comes online. These systems are often only needed for the coldest few nights per year. The backup source can be one of many choices: • Electric resistance, whether integrated into the central system or as simple as a plug in space heater. • A previously existing furnace or boiler, which are sometimes left in place as the backup. • Wood burning stove, which already exist in many cold climate residences. "The Technology Just Isn't Ready" (It Is) Many of the public comments consisted of assertions that "the technology just isn't ready yet" (meaning heat pumps and heat pump water heaters). Most of these comments were based on either outdated information, misperceptions, or simply disingenuous. The previous section addressed the fact that cold climate heat pumps are in fact able to fully capable of delivering comfortable dwellings. " Jan Rosenow et al., "Heating up the Global Heat Pump Market," Nature Energy 7, no. 10 (September 7, 2022): 901-4, httl2s:Hdoi.org/10.1038/s4l560-022-01104-8. Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 29 of 34 Other commenters stated that heat pumps can't handle larger buildings. Yet, Trane, Daikin, and more offer heat pumps up to 2,000 kilowatts (6.8MBtu/hr input).72, 73. One of Daikin's highlighted projects is a building the size of over 23 football pitches (football fields). 74 Heat pump water heating is also readily available for commercial and multifamily buildings. The Advanced Water Heating Initiative (AWHI) has held several annual conferences highlighting the availability and capabilities of these systems. 75 Yes, the Electric Grid Can Handle Electrification of the Economy Some commenters suggested that electrifying our buildings could have negative impacts on the electric grid, or that the grid can't handle full electrification. Most of these assert that electric loads are increasing, but do not acknowledge that grid capacity is also rapidly expanding. Southern California Edison submitted a letter to SCAQMD on October 16th, 2024 stating clearly that they are indeed expanding their grid, and that it will be able to handle electrification. "SCE is proactively transforming the electric grid to accommodate significant advancements in decarbonized generation, the widespread adoption of customer -owned distributed energy resources, and the increasing use of electric vehicles and zero -emission appliances like heat pumps. As outlined in Edison's whitepapers "Countdown to 2045" and, most recently, "Reaching Net Zero," electrification is the most cost-effective path to decarbonize California's economy and we are proactively working to plan for grid infrastructure needs. the necessary grid planning efforts required."76 They also point out the value of using demand response to shift demand away from peaks, such as configuring a heat pump water heater to heat to water at lowest demand times of day, which in most Time Of Use tariff schedules are also the lowest price per kilowatt hour. Grid capacity and resilience are important considerations. The good news is that the nation's 3,000 electric utilities are hard at work on grid expansion, and there are many excellent companies, nonprofits, and academics working on these exact issues. As discussed in a previous section, numerous studies over the last half decade have concluded that it is not only technically feasible to electrify 80 to 90% of the US economy, but also that high electrification is the most cost effective approach. These studies analyze the dual demands: converting all current fossil fired equipment to electric, and economic growth in all sectors. They conclude that the US national electric grid must expand from today's generation of approximately 4,000 terawatt hours per year to between 10,000 and 12,000 terawatt hours per year in nearly three decades. For comparison, the United States doubled our grid capacity in the 1950s, and doubled it again in the 1960s. So the task before us, a 2x-3x expansion in about three decades, is arguably more modest. 72 "Decarbonising Commercial Buildings with Heat Pumps," Daikin, accessed February 24, 2025, https://www.daikin-ce.com/en us/product- roup/commercial-heatpumps.html. 73 "Heat Pumps," Trane Corp, accessed February 24, 2025, https://www.trane.com/commercial/north-america/us/en/products-systems/heat-pumps.html. 74 "Daikin Heat Pump Solutions for Commercial Buildings," Daikin Internet, accessed February 24, 2025, https://www.daikin-ce.com/en us/solutions/heat-pumps-for-commercial-buildin s.lg 1tin1. 75 New Buildings Institute, "Heat Pump Water Heater Day," Advanced Water Heating Initiative, accessed November 13, 2023, https://www. advancedwaterheati n 2in itiative.orgmpwh-day-resources. 76 Rosalie Barcinas, "Public Workshop for Proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121," Southern California Edison, October 16th 2024, https://www. agmd.,gov/docs/default-source/rule-book/Proposed-Rules/1111-and-1121/comment-letter-from-socal-edison-20241016.pd f?sfvrsn=4. Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 30 of 34 Grid Outage Risk: Clean Energy is the Most Reliable Energy We often hear assertions that wind and solar energy are unreliable. In particular, after winter storm Uri in Texas, numerous politicians from fossil -heavy states quickly blamed wind. However, that proved to be wrong: thorough analysis by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) found that coal and gas plants made up 73 percent of the generator capacity that experienced unplanned outages or substantially reduced output." The reality is that renewable energy resources have proven track records of both reducing peak demand and high reliability This chart from energy transition researcher and advisor Nat Bullard shows the 2022 System Average Interruption Duration Index for each of the 50 states, as reported by utility companies to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). 78 Virginia, with only 5% penetration of renewables, had the highest average service interruption rate at over 18 hours that year, while Iowa with over 60% renewables penetration was among the lowest average service interruption rates, at less than two hours. In California, our 2022 SAIDI was 3.3 hours, in the best one-third of states. Wind, solar, SAIDI In the US, high wind and solar generation does not mean high electricity system disruption US state SAIDI values (hours per year) 20 O Virginia 16 O 00 O O Vermont 12 0 a woo 00 b 00 a O O O Minnesota O 4 �0 � W® ° 00 00 08 o60 O O 0 0 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% Wind and solar generation as % of net generation January 2025 0Iowa 70% i I• 97 uni e�unm In California, the Public Utilities Commission tracks outages in detail for every Investor Owned Utility (IOU).79 SCE's 2023 SAIDI was 115 minutes or 1.9 hours, and its ten year average is 144 minutes or 2.4 hours. These are better than the state and national averages. In fact, with outages of only 2.4 hours out of 8,760 hours per year, SCE's grid has a reliability up -time of 99.97% over the last ten years. The evidence is clear: The US electrical grid can handle electrification. California's grid has higher reliability than the national average. And SCE territory, which has a high degree of overlap with the South Coast Air Basin, os more reliable than the California average. Resilience: How Households and Communities Deal with Grid Outages The US and Southern California electric grids are, as discussed above, highly reliable. But as with any human -engineered system, outages occur. Resilience is the measure of households' ability to withstand and recover when outages happen. " Aaron Schwartz and Ashtin Massie, "Reality Check: Keeping the Lights on in Extreme Winter Weather," RMI, December 13, 2023, https://i-mi.or /rg eality-check-keepin -tlg 1e-lights-on-in-extreme-winter-weather. 78 Nat Bullard, "Annual Presentation on the State of Decarbonization," January 30, 2025, https://www.nathanielbuilard.com/presentations. 79 California Public Utilities Commission, "Electric System Reliability Annual Reports,"CPUC, accessed February 13, 2025, httns://www.cnuc.ca. aov/industries-and-tonics/electrical-ener2v/infrastructure/electric-reliability/electric-system-reliabilitv-annual-ren orts. Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 31 of 34 One common assertion by fossil fuel advocates is that keeping gas as a part of the energy mix provides a hedge against electric grid outages. At first blush, this "dual fuel" approach sounds like a plausible way to avoid "putting all your eggs in one basket." But that appearance is false: most modern gas -fired appliances in homes depend on electricity to function. (While some existing appliances use pilot lights, those are no longer allowed in most appliances and so replacements would require electricity). • Gas furnaces require electricity for blower fan motors, control relays, and thermostats. • Most gas water heaters require electricity for ignition, thermostat, and sensors. • Gas dryers require electricity for cycle controls, tumbler, and control. • Modern gas stoves have electronic ignition for igniting the gas. It is possible to light most with a match or lighter, though many have a thermal flame sense system that requires the flame heats up enough to keep the gas valve on. Gas ovens generally cannot be lit with a match. So the positioning of gas as an element of a resilience scheme is a myth. Actual resilience involves preparedness on the part of both households and communities. A 2018 report by the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES) describes household resilience measures including batteries attached to the building, gas -fired backup generators, and neighbors helping neighbors.80 Heat pump water heaters constitute a large thermal battery, with 40 to 80 gallons of hot water that in a well -insulated tank will last for over 24 hours. Whole -home batteries have low penetration today, but it is rapidly increasing as battery prices continue to fall steeply, and since the CPUC's 2024 introduction of Net Billing Tariffs by utility companies. And portable power stations, sometimes known as "solar generators," are portable batteries that can provide backup power for moderate loads for several hours. And while the economy is still in the early stages of the energy transition, propane heaters and camp stoves provide short-term resilience. Cities and communities also have resilience strategies. At the high end, since Hurricane Katrina New Orleans has implemented electricity system hardening, microgrids, efficiency programs for homes and businesses, and improved disaster preparedness communication. Community resilience centers are common in many cities, providing residents a place with space heating and cooling, hot water, and cooking. Reliable energy supply is vital in modern society. The nation's and state's utility companies make it one of their highest priorities. 80 Ashley Lawson, "Resilience Strategies for Power Outages," Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES) (blog), August 2018, https://www.c2es.ora/document/resilience-strategies-for-power-outages. Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 32 of 34 100 Amp Panels: Over 90% of Electrical Panels Can Handle Full Electrification Another common objection to electrification is the concern that many electrical panels will have to be upgraded; Rewiring America as recently as 2022 projected that a few tens of millions of homes would need electric panel upgrades from 100 amps to 200 amps. Distribution of Residential 15 Minute Peak Amperage Draws in Sacramento Municipal Utility District Territory 80,000 7,000 v 70,000 E _ 60,000 50,000 ? 40,000 30,000 a 20,000 10,000 0 -Gas Hybrid Homes All -Electric Homes 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64 68 72. 76 80 15 Minute Peak Amperage (240V) Over a Year 6,000 sir E 5,000 = w 4,000 lu u.o 3,000 Q 2,000 1,000 0 However, recent studies have found that panel upgrades will not be required nearly as often. A July 2023 report from New Buildings Institute and Redwood Energy points out that in 1962 the "Live Better Electrically" movement succeeded in changing the National Electric Code, requiring all new houses to be built with 100 amps of power at 240 volts, up from 60 amps. And in the 1990s, the residential standard panel size increased to 200 amps. NBI described a study of over 75,000 Sacramento (CA) Municipal Utility District (SMUD) homes, which recorded their one -hour peak power demands over one year and showed that the average all -electric home peaked at just 32 amps, far less than a 100 amp panel's capacity. (By comparison, gas -burning homes peaked at about 20 amps). 81 The NBI report also described a study of over 22,000 California homes in Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) territory, in which only 2% of households peaked above 88 amps. These two large samples of empirical real -world data show that panel upgrades will not be needed for the majority of homes. The NBI report concluded that "there is a cheaper and easier way to electrify our homes of the future: Is 100A Enough Power? Yes, for 98% of Households Count of Peak Power Levels in Amps across 22,442 CA Homes 3,000 2,500 We don't know Electric Panel size. �� 8ut... 48%have peak power <$8 amps 86%are <50 amps 48%are �311,500 amps r.a sore Loan Le. Lots of unused capacity for electrification, palrttroM hams WITHOUT a panel upgrade. had Peak Pw.er bevel graze amps.. keep 100-150 amp panels in place and help homeowners go on a `watt diet.' A watt diet means intentionally selecting energy -efficient, correctly sized, low power equipment, and allocating available power to that equipment just when needed" A valuable tool here is circuit splitters, which allow two or more devices to share a single electrical circuit, with only one operating at a time. For instance, an EV charger and a clothes dryer can share a 240V / 40A circuit. at Amruta Khanolkar, Sean Armstrong, and Tom Kabat, "We Can Power the Homes of the Future with Electric Panels of the Past," New Buildings Institute, July 25, 2023, https:HnewbuiIdin s.org/we-can-power-the-homes-of-the-future-with-electric-panels-of-the-past. Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 33 of 34 Similar conclusions were reached by the San Francisco Bay Area Planning and Urban Research Association (SPUR).82 They found that electric panel and service upgrades are often the most expensive and time-consuming aspects of electrification, and discourage building owners from undertaking electrification projects. SPUR recommends electrifying buildings without touching the electrical panel or service. CONCLUSION i i � �J This report is respectfully submitted to show that the zero-NOx rules under consideration by the South Coast Air Quality Management District, Proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121, are not only technically feasible, but are in fact the most affordable and equitable way to eliminate the health hazards from Nitrogen Oxides by upgrading space heating and water heating appliances as they reach end of life. 82 Sam Fishman et al., "Solving the Panel Puzzle I SPUR," San Francisco Bay Area Planning and Urban Research Association (SPUR), May 13, 2024, https://www.spur.or�/publications/policy-brief/2024-05-14/soIvingpanel-puzzle. Comments welcome: Phasing Out Residential Appliance Emissions: March, 2025 petemarsh.re@gmail.com Households and Businesses CAN Afford this Change - Here's Why Page 34 of 34 Date: 4/7/2025 3:48:59 PM From: "David Martinez" david@clirrrateactioncanipaign.org To: "Public Comment" publiccomment@anaheimnet "Ashleigh Aitken" AAitkenCa'�anaheimnet, "Norma C. Kurtz" NKurtz(alanaheimnet, "Ryan Balius" Cc: RBalius(a),anaheimnet, "Carlos A. Leon" CLeon(a,)anaheimnet, "Natalie Rubalcava" NRubalcava(a),anaheimnet, "Kristen Maahs" KNlaahs@anaheimnet, "Natalie Meeks" NMeeks@anaheimnet Subject: [EXTERNAL] OPPOSE Item 17 - SCAQMD Resolution Attachment: OPPOSE Item 17.pdf, You don't often get emmfl from da,.id@clhuteactioncampaigriorg. Learn�ft 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, Please find attached Climate Action Campaign's letter opposing Item 17. Best, David Martinez OC Climate Equity Advocate and Organizer Climate Action Campaign (619) 419-1222 ext. 708 0W O Like what we do? Support Climate Action Campaign today. Our mission is simple: create a zero carbon future through effective and equitable policy action 7 April 2025 Members of the Anaheim City Council CLIMATE ACTION 200 S. Anaheim Blvd. Anaheim, CA CAM P A I G N SAN DIEGO I ORANGE COUNTY I LOS ANGELES via Email SUBJECT: Oppose Agenda Item 17 — Support Clean Air and Public Health Dear Members of the Anaheim City Council, On behalf of Climate Action Campaign, we urge you to oppose Agenda Item 17, a resolution that would formalize Anaheim's opposition to South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121. These rules are essential to protecting public health and advancing clean air goals across Orange County by reducing harmful nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions from gas appliances like furnaces and water heaters. Electrifying these appliances with clean, high -efficiency alternatives is a critical step toward addressing the region's severe air pollution crisis. According to the American Lung Association, Orange County ranks first in the nation for high ozone days among 228 metropolitan areas. Ozone pollution, which forms when NOx mixes with volatile organic compounds in sunlight, is directly linked to asthma, lung cancer, heart disease, and other serious health issues. In Orange County alone, it contributes to 76,000 asthma attacks, 130 premature deaths, and $2 billion in health -related costs every year. Contrary to what the resolution implies, SCAQMD's updated proposal does not ban gas appliances or force residents to replace them. The proposed rules target manufacturers, not homeowners, and allow for a gradual, market -based transition that preserves consumer choice while phasing in cleaner technologies. Moreover, there are significant financial incentives available to make this transition affordable. The federal High -Efficiency Electric Home Rebate Act (HEEHRA) provides $4,000 to $8,000 in rebates, and the Go Zero program from SCAQMD offers an additional $1,500 for clean water heaters and heat pumps. These incentives help ensure that low- and moderate -income residents can benefit from healthier homes without added financial strain. Additionally, the Socioeconomic Impact Assessment prepared by SCAQMD on the proposed rules found that there would be millions of dollars in savings annually from lower energy bills. This resolution undermines a policy that has been revised to address economic concerns and is now more equitable and flexible than ever. Instead of opposing sensible air quality improvements, Anaheim should be leading the way toward a cleaner, healthier future —especially for communities already burdened by pollution and health disparities. We respectfully urge you to vote NO on Agenda Item 17. Let's prioritize clean air, public health, and energy equity for all Anaheim residents. Sincerely, David Martinez Orange County Climate Equity Advocate and Organizer Climate Action Campaign From: Chantal Moreno <camore noCcDaesd.ore Sent: Monday, April 7, 2025 4:02 PM To: Carlos A. Leon <CLeon Panaheim.net> Cc: Jesus Chavarria <jchavarria aOaesd.org> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Fwd: Draft Letter of Support - Welcoming City 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 afternoon Councilmember Leon, Attached please find the letter of support from Anaheim Elementary. Thank you, Chantal Anaheim Elementary SCHOOL DISTRICT 600 Chantal Moreno Executive Assistant to the Superintendent Superintendent's Office 1001 S. East Street, Anaheim, CA 92805 Office 714-517-7510 Ext: 4001 Vkrz : aRannntia srRarloeR EVERY DAY Anaheim April 7, 2025 Elementary S C H O O L DISTRICT Anaheim City Council Members SUPERINTENDENT 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., 7th Floor Jesus Chavarria Anaheim, CA 92805 Board of Education Subject: Letter of Support for Resolution Reaffirming Anaheim as a Juan Gabriel Alvarez Welcoming City Jackie Filbeck Dear Anaheim City Council Members, Julie Diep Ryan A. Ruelas This letter is submitted in strong support for Item #18, a resolution reaffirming Anaheim as a Welcoming City —a place where residents and their families can feel a deep sense of belonging, safety, and pride. In a time when communities across the nation are striving to define their values, this resolution affirms that Anaheim remains committed to being a city that welcomes all, while upholding public safety as one of its highest priorities. For the thousands of immigrants and refugees who call Anaheim home, this designation sends a clear and reassuring message: that their contributions are recognized, their presence is valued, and their families are part of the social and economic fabric that makes this city stronger. The city's diverse population has long played a critical role in driving innovation, supporting local businesses, and enriching the community's cultural identity. At the same time, Anaheim is a world -class destination, welcoming millions of visitors each year from across the globe. The city's commitment to being a welcoming place extends beyond its residents, shaping the experience of travelers who come to enjoy its offerings. Ensuring that everyone —whether here for a day or a lifetime —feels safe and respected is key to sustaining Anaheim's reputation as a city open to all. Public safety remains central to this commitment. The city's leadership has continued to invest in measures that ensure neighborhoods, public spaces, and visitor areas are safe and secure for everyone. Reaffirming its status as a Welcoming City reinforces the idea that safety and inclusion are not competing priorities —they are shared goals that strengthen the entire community. This resolution reflects thoughtful leadership and a forward -looking vision for 1001 S. East Street the future of Anaheim. It is an important step in continuing to build trust, Anaheim, CA 92805 support families, and celebrate the diversity that defines the city and encourage Phone 714-517-7500 full support of this resolution. Fax 714-517-8538 www.aesd.org Sincerely, esus Chavarria, Superintendent Date: 4/7/2025 5:05:04 PM From "Marissa Moore -Class" To: "Public Comrent" publicconment@anaheim net Subject: [EXTERNAL] 4/8 City Council Meeting Public Continent You don't oHen get email from Learn why this is Mortant Warring: 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 ruessage. Dear Mayor Aitken & Honorable City Council Members, I am writing to voice my profound support for the reaff n ing of the Welcoming City resolution which fnmly establishes Anaheim as a place that respects the dignity of all people and promotes an environment that fosters inclusion for residents. This designation is a symbol of the importance of acknowledging the history and impact that im nngrants have had on the development and culture of Anaheim I am writing to especially empbasize the importance of city officials upholding their responsibiRy to maintain public safety for all residents and visitors regardless of their citizenship status through protecting privacy of residents in accordance with state and federal laws and by keeping fanrnlies together. There is no greater moment than this for this council to stand in firm support of affnnmrg the safety and dignity of himigrant conminities in AOalieIIn Thank you, Marissa Moore Date: 4/8/202510:00:00 AM From: "MadissonRomero Alarcon" madisson@anaheimpa.com To: "Theresa Bass" TBass@anaheimnet, "Public Conunent" publiccomnent@anaheimnet Cc: "Jose Duran" president@anaheirnpa.com, "Gaby Sutter" gaby@anaheimpa.com Subject: [EXTERNAL] Letter of Support for Resolution ReafPinting Anaheim as a Welconing City Attachment: Letter of Support for Resolution Reaffirming Anaheim as a Welcoming City.docx; Some people who received this message don't o$en get email from nrAisson@anaheimpa.com Learn whtlis is h=ortant 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 Ms. Bass, I hope you're doing well! My name is Madisson Romero Alarcon, and I'm reaching out on behalf of the Anaheim Police Association and our president, Jose Duran. I've attached a letter of support that reafrrnrn Anaheim's comnitment to being a welcoming city for hir igrant and refugee families. We hope it highlights our ongoing dedication to making Anaheim an inclusive and supportive place for everyone in our comrnanity. Ifyou have any questions or need finther information, please don't hesitate to reach out. I'm happy to help! Thank you so mach for your time and consideration. Warm regards, Madisson Romero Alarcon Administrative Assistant Anaheim Police Association 3160 E La Patina Ave., Ste A Anaheim, CA 92806 714.635.0272 Anaheim Police Association 3160 E. La Palma Avenue, Suite A Anaheim, CA 92806 April 8, 2025 The Honorable Ashleigh Aitken Mayor of Anaheim 200 S. Anaheim Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 Members of the Anaheim City Council Anaheim City Hall 200 S. Anaheim Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 Dear Mayor Aitken and Honorable Members of the City Council, This letter is submitted in strong support of Item #18, a resolution reaffirming Anaheim as a Welcoming City —a place where residents and their families can feel a deep sense of belonging, safety, and pride. In a time when communities across the nation are striving to define their values, this resolution affirms that Anaheim remains committed to being a city that welcomes all, while upholding public safety as one of its highest priorities. For the thousands of immigrants and refugees who call Anaheim home, this designation sends a clear and reassuring message: that their contributions are recognized, their presence is valued, and their families are part of the social and economic fabric that makes this city stronger. The city's diverse population has long played a critical role in driving innovation, supporting local businesses, and enriching the community's cultural identity. At the same time, Anaheim is a world -class destination, welcoming millions of visitors each year from across the globe. The city's commitment to being a welcoming place extends beyond its residents, shaping the experience of travelers who come to enjoy its offerings. Ensuring that everyone, whether here for a day or a lifetime, feels safe and respected is key to sustaining Anaheim's reputation as a city open to all. Public safety remains central to this commitment. The city's leadership has continued to invest in measures that ensure neighborhoods, public spaces, and visitor areas are safe and secure for everyone. Reaffirming its status as a Welcoming City reinforces the idea that safety and inclusion are not competing priorities —they are shared goals that strengthen the entire community. This resolution reflects thoughtful leadership and a forward -looking vision for the future of Anaheim. It is an important step in continuing to build trust, support families, and celebrate the diversity that defines the city and encourage full support of this resolution Sincerely, Jose Duran, President Anaheim Police Association Date: 4/8/202511:11:00 AM From "Guerrero, Jessica" guerrerojessicaCauhsd us To: "Public Comment" publieconamnt@anaheimnet Subject: [EXTERNAL] Letter of Support - Welcoming City Resolution Attachment: Welcoming City Support Letter pdf; You don't often get email from guerrerojessica@auhsd.us. Learn why this is inTortant 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, Please see attached letter of support for Agenda Item#18 - Welcoming City Resolution Thank you, Jessica Guerrero A UHSD Board of Trustees a https://www.auhsd.us/District/department/`l 4423 -STEAMAPALOOZA Anaheim Union High School District E-mail Confidentiality Notice This e-marl connnu>ication and any attachments, including docu ants, files, or previous e-mail messages, constitute electronic commnications within the scope oftbe Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 U. S.C. § 2510 et seq. This e-mail communication may contain non-public, confidential or legally privileged infamration intended for the sole use of the designated recipie*s). The unauthorized and intentional interception, use, copy or disclosure of such infornrition, or attempt to do so, is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful under applicable laws. 18 U. S. C. § 2511. If you have received this e-mail conrnn*ation in error, please immediately notify the sender by return e-mail and delete the original e-mail from your system April 8, 2025 Anaheim City Council 200 S. Anaheim Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 Subject: Letter of Support for Resolution Reaffirming Anaheim as a Welcoming City Dear Honorable Members of the Anaheim City Council, As Trustee for the Anaheim Union High School District, I am writing to express my strong support for Agenda Item #18, a resolution reaffirming Anaheim as a Welcoming City —a place where all residents and their families can experience a deep sense of belonging, safety, and pride. In a time when communities nationwide are defining their values, this resolution reaffirms Anaheim's commitment to being a city that welcomes all, while prioritizing public safety. For the thousands of immigrants, refugees, and undocumented students who call Anaheim home, this resolution sends a clear and reassuring message: their contributions are valued, their presence is recognized, and their families are integral to the social and economic fabric that strengthens our city. In December 2024, the Anaheim Union High School District Board of Trustees passed the "Providing All Children Equal Access to Education" resolution. This reaffirmed our commitment to providing a safe and inclusive educational environment for all students, regardless of their immigration status. To further support our undocumented students and families, the district has hosted several "Know Your Rights" forums in collaboration with our community schools, offering essential resources and support. These efforts reflect our dedication to the well-being and success of every student in our district. Both the City's and the school district's resolutions work hand in hand to foster an environment where all individuals —regardless of immigration status —can feel safe, supported, and empowered to contribute to the growth and prosperity of Anaheim. This resolution is a vital step in building trust, supporting families, and celebrating the diversity that defines our Anaheim community. I wholeheartedly encourage full support of this resolution. Sincerely, Jessica Guerrero Clerk, AUHSD Board of Trustees AUHSD Trustee, Area 1 BOARD OF TRUSTEES' OFFICE Anaheim Union High School District 1 501 N. Crescent Way I Anaheim, CA 92801 (714) 999-3503 Date: 4/8/2025 2:24:55 PM From: "Santana, Richard" richard santana@ocgov.com To: "Public Comnnent" publicconnnent@anaheimnet, "Ashleigh Aitken" AAitken@anaheimnet Cc: "Goebel, Yasic" yasie.goebel@ocgov.com, "City Manager" Citymanager,a anaheimnet Subject: [EXTERNAL] Request to Circulate Letter of Support — Item 18: Welcoming City Resolution Attachment: Letter of Support for Resolution Reaffirning Anaheim as a Welcoming Gty.pdf, Sorne people who received this message don't o$en get email fromricbard.santam@ocgov.com Leam whthis is i Mortant 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 Clerk of the Council, I hope this message finds you well. On behalf of Orange County Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento, I kindly request that the attached letter of support be circulated to all members of the Anaheim City Council regarding Business Calendar: Item 18—Resolution reaffirming Anaheim as a Welcoming City. Thank you for your time and assistance in shari ng this with the Council. Warm regards, Richard Santana Richard Santana Community Outreach Manager ice of Vicente 5armiento Supervisor, Second Distrkt 400 W. Civic Center Drive, Sixth Floor Santa Ana, CA 92701 Office: 714-834-3 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. VICENTE SARMIENTO 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://SupervisfarSarmiente.com Tuesday, April 8, 202S Subject: Letter of Support for Resolution Reaffirming Anaheim as a Welcoming City Dear Members of the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to voice my support for Item 18, a resolution reaffirming Anaheim as a Welcoming City. Anaheim has always been a place where residents and their families can feel a deep sense of belonging, safety, and pride, and where all immigrants have found a home and contributed to the vibrant communities that make up Orange County. Ina time when cities across the nation are striving to define their values, I want to commend the city for making a statement that it remains a city that welcomes all, while upholding community safety as one of its highest priorities. For the thousands of immigrants and refugees who call Anaheim home, this designation sends a clear and reassuring message: that their contributions are recognized, their presence is valued, and their families are part of the social and economic fabric that makes this city stronger. As a world -class destination, welcoming millions of visitors each year, your commitment to being a welcoming place is an example that even in today's political climate, we can come together as communities and support each other. I greatly appreciate your efforts and urge your support of this item and encourage you to take additional steps to ensure that immigrant communities, no matter their status, feel supported and protected in Anaheim. This resolution reflects an important step in continuing to build trust and celebrating the diversity that defines the city. Sincerely, 6 Vicente 14" Supervisor, District 2 Orange County Board of Supervisors From: Guerrero, Jessica <Jessica.Guerrero@ocgov.com> Sent: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 2:33 PM To: Carlos A. Leon <CLeon@anaheim.net> Cc: Jabbar, Al <AI.Jabbar@ocgov.com> Subject: [EXTERNAL] RE: Draft Letter of Support - Welcoming City Resolution 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 Councilmember Leon, On behalf of Chair Doug Chaffee, please see attached letter in support of the City of Anaheim's Welcoming City Resolution. Thank you, Jessica Jessica Guerrero, MPP Senior Policy Advisor Internship Program Director Office of Chair Doug Chaffee Fourth District 400 W. Civic Center Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92701 Office: 714-834-3440 DOUG CHAFFEE CHAIR, ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS SUPERVISOR, FOURTH DISTRICT COUNTY ADMINISTRATION NORTH 400 W. CIVIC CENTER DR. SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA 92701 PHONE (714) 834-3440 Anaheim City Council 200 S. Anaheim Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 Subject: Letter of Support for Resolution Reaffirming Anaheim as a Welcoming City Dear Members of the Anaheim City Council, As Chair of the Orange County Board of Supervisors, I submit this letter in strong support for the Anaheim City Council Agenda Item #18, a resolution reaffirming Anaheim as a Welcoming City —a place where residents and their families can feel a deep sense of belonging, safety, and pride. In a time when communities across the nation are striving to define their values, this resolution affirms that Anaheim remains committed to being a city that welcomes all, while upholding public safety as one of its highest priorities. For the thousands of immigrants and refugees who call Anaheim home, this designation sends a clear and reassuring message: that their contributions are recognized, their presence is valued, and their families are part of the social and economic fabric that makes this city stronger. The city's diverse population has long played a critical role in driving innovation, supporting local businesses, and enriching the community's cultural identity. At the same time, Anaheim is a world -class destination, welcoming millions of visitors each year from across the globe. The city's commitment to being a welcoming place extends beyond its residents, shaping the experience of travelers who come to enjoy its offerings. Ensuring that everyone —whether here for a day or a lifetime —feels safe and respected is key to sustaining Anaheim's reputation as a city open to all. Public safety remains central to this commitment. The city's leadership has continued to invest in measures that ensure neighborhoods, public spaces, and visitor areas are safe and secure for everyone. Reaffirming its status as a Welcoming City reinforces the idea that safety and inclusion are not competing priorities —they are shared goals that strengthen the entire community. This resolution reflects thoughtful leadership and a forward -looking vision for the future of Anaheim. It is an important step in continuing to build trust, support families, and celebrate the diversity that defines the City of Anaheim. Sincerely, iqoy a44--a Doug Chaffee Chair, Orange County Board of Supervisors Supervisor, Orange County Fourth District Date: 4/8/2025 3:01:26 PM From: "Angeles Ochoa Carmona" aochoa@occord.org To: "Public Comment" publiccomment@anaheimnet Subject: [EXTERNALI 04/08/25 Meeting Item#18 Public Comment Attachment: Council meeting 04_08 item 18 Public Comment pdf; You don't often get email from aochoa@occord.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. Please see attached. Angeles Ochoa Carmona Digital Organizer Q aochoa@occord .org OCCOCOMMUNITY n www.occord.org U Q 1505 E 1 7th St, Suite 122, Santa Ana, CA 92705 Good evening Mayor and Council Members, My name is Angeles Ochoa, and I serve as the Digital Organizer with OCCORD. I come from an immigrant family and have spent my life surrounded by immigrant communities —communities full of resilience, love, and perseverance. Their experiences are deeply personal to me, which is why I'm submitting this public comment, to urge the Council to prioritize meaningful action for the immigrant families who call Anaheim home. I'm writing in strong support of Agenda Item 18the resolution reaffirming Anaheim's designation as a Welcoming City. Although I didn't grow up in Anaheim, as an organizer, I've had the privilege of working closely with families who call this city home. In every corner of Anaheim, you can see the impact of immigrant communities —families running local businesses, students juggling school and family responsibilities, and neighbors showing up for one another. The languages spoken, the cultures celebrated, and the resilience shared across generations all reflect just how deeply immigrants are rooted in the fabric of this city. Anaheim's identity and strength are tied to the contributions of immigrant families who have made this place their home. But despite this legacy, too many families continue to live in fear. As someone who works closely with residents in Anaheim, I hear firsthand how community members —especially those in mixed -status families —are hesitant to call the police, seek healthcare, or even access basic city services because they're unsure of the city's stance on immigration. Just some time ago, after the Chief of Police released a video reaffirming the department's commitment to protect everyone regardless of immigration status, a resident still reached out to me, confused and concerned about the city and police department's stance on federal immigration policies. That really highlighted for me how much more needs to be done —especially for people who don't have regular access to social media or online platforms, which are often the main ways information is shared. Ironically, these are often the very people who most need access to resources and protections. Nonprofits are stepping in by hosting Know Your Rights forums, Power of Attorney clinics, and citizenship workshops —but what is the City doing? It shouldn't fall only on community organizations to fill these gaps. If Anaheim is truly committed to being a Welcoming City, we need intentional, consistent, and accessible outreach from the city itself to make sure all residents —not just the most connected —feel safe, informed, and supported. Agenda Item 18 sends a clear and important message: Anaheim is committed to treating all people with dignity and respect, regardless of race, place of origin, or immigration status. It reaffirms that the City has no role in federal immigration enforcement, will continue protecting resident privacy, and is dedicated to maintaining accessible city services and inclusive communication efforts across languages and communities. This resolution matters. It matters for the families I speak to who are worried about being separated. It matters for students who go to school every day anxious about what they'll come home to. And it matters for the future of Anaheim —because a city where everyone feels safe and included is a city that thrives. I urge the City Council to pass Agenda Item 18 and continue standing with Anaheim's immigrant communities —not just in words, but in action. Thank you. From: Cobian, Connie <cobian_c@auhsd.us> Sent: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 3:25 PM To: Carlos A. Leon <CLeon@anaheim.net> Cc: Anthony Luna <ALuna@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Letter of Support You don't often get email from cobian_c@auhsd.us. Learn why this is important Warning: Ttds 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 Afternoon, Please find the letter of support attached. Thank you. Connie Cobian, Senior Executive Assistant to Michael B. Matsuda, Superintendent Anaheim Union High School District 501 N. Crescent Way, Anaheim, CA 92801 Office: 714-999-3502 Fax: 714-535-1706 Email: cobian cCabuhsd.us "People will forget what you said. They might even forget what you did. But, they will never forget how you made them feel." -Maya Angelou https://www.auhsd,us/District/del2artment/l4423-STEAMAPALOOZA Anaheim Union High School District E-mail Confidentiality Notice This e-r ml connnnucation and any attachments, including documents, files, or previous e-mail messages, constitute electronic connnnucations within the scope ofthe Electronic Corriumications Privacy Act, 18 U. S.C. § 2510 et seq. This e-mail comamnication may contain non-public, confidential or legally privileged information intended for the sole use of the designated recipient(s). The unauthorized and intentional interception, use, copy or disclosure of such information, or attempt to do so, is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful under applicable laws. 18 U.S. C. § 2511. If you have received this e-mail conYnmication in error, please immediately notify the sender by return e-mail and delete the original e-mail from your system ANAHEIM UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE April 8, 2025 Subject: Letter of Support for Resolution Reaffirming Anaheim as a Welcoming City Dear Council Members, This letter is submitted in strong support for Item #18, a resolution reaffirming Anaheim as a Welcoming City —a place where residents and their families can feel a deep sense of belonging, safety, and pride. In a time when communities across the nation are striving to define their values, this resolution affirms that Anaheim remains committed to being a city that welcomes all, while upholding public safety as one of its highest priorities. For the thousands of immigrants and refugees who call Anaheim home, this designation sends a clear and reassuring message: that their contributions are recognized, their presence is valued, and their families are part of the social and economic fabric that makes this city stronger. The city's diverse population has long played a critical role in driving innovation, supporting local businesses, and enriching the community's cultural identity. At the same time, Anaheim is a world -class destination, welcoming millions of visitors each year from across the globe. The city's commitment to being a welcoming place extends beyond its residents, shaping the experience of travelers who come to enjoy its offerings. Ensuring that everyone —whether here for a day or a lifetime —feels safe and respected is key to sustaining Anaheim's reputation as a city open to all. Public safety remains central to this commitment. The city's leadership has continued to invest in measures that ensure neighborhoods, public spaces, and visitor areas are safe and secure for everyone. Reaffirming its status as a Welcoming City reinforces the idea that safety and inclusion are not competing priorities —they are shared goals that strengthen the entire community. This resolution reflects thoughtful leadership and a forward -looking vision for the future of Anaheim. It is an important step in continuing to build trust, support families, and celebrate the diversity that defines the city and encourage full support of this resolution. Sincerely, Michael B. 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Ws://youtube/w kZY5AK4 ?si=30f7vD8nQA0Tg I Date: 3/26/2025 2:07:18 PM From: To: Subject: [EXTERNAL] TnuM turns homelessness response toward forced treatment 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. I thought you would be interested in this story I found on MSN: Trwnp turns borrelessness response toward forced treatment - httpsl/www.rrsn.corriert-us/heaWodier/turnp-tu -m-borrielessness-response-toward-forced-treatment/ar-AAIBGn wt?ocid=socialshare Date: 3/26/2025 5:32:27 PM From: "Craig A Durfey" To: Subject: [EXTERNAL] Panorama City man used social media to entice Honors for sexual activities, police say Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognise the sender and are expecting the message. Panorama City man used social n edia to entice nrinors for sexual activities, police say httpsVhvww.lati ms.cotiicahfomia/story/2025-03-26/panorama-city-nian-used-social niedia-to-entice-minors-for-sexual activities -police -say The 37-year-old allegedly used Instagram and Snapchat to contact several minors, some as young as 12 years old, to solicit sexual activities, police said. Date: 3/28/2025 9:56:42 AM From: To: Subject: [EXTERNAL] FAl: One Year of MAMA! 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. ---------- Forwarded message --------- From Craig A Durfey Date: Fri, Mar 28, 2025 at 9.48 AM Subject: Fwd: One Year of MAMA! To: Craig A Durfey Maureen Blackmim ---------- Forwarded message --------- From Mothers Against Media Addiction <Tdokwearernai>1a.org> Date: Fri, Mar 28, 2025 at 9:41 AM Subject: One Year of MAMA! To: CRAIG A DURFEY MAMAS with Sen. Andrew Gounardes in Albany, NY, last year supporting supporting nation -leading social media legislation. Dear CRAIG, One year ago, we launched MAMA with a bold vision: to rally parents and allies to fight back against media addiction and create a world where real -life experiences and interactions remain at the heart of a healthy childhood. We started with the goal of establishing six chapters in our first year; today, we have 32 chapters in 18 states, with a growing waitlist, including requests for international expansion. Together, we've built a powerful movement. In just one year: • We engaged in state legislation from Colorado to Florida and have helped pass legislation in New York to combat addictive social media feeds and protect kids online. • We mobilized parents, teachers, and advocates to take action in support of the federal Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA). • We're at the forefront of the growing movement to ban social media and personal smart phones not just during class time but from "bell -to - bell" during the school day. • Our national platform has grown to a community of over 10,000 parents and advocates nationwide who are dedicated to raising public awareness, demanding safeguards, and mobilizing grassroots action to protect children's right to acquire the basic building blocks for social and emotional health, and academic flourishing. • MAMA has gained national recognition and is leading the conversation in media outlets like CBS, AP News, The Washington Post, OOprah, Psychology Today, The Information, Pivot, NPR, and more. • MAMA spokespeople and champions are in -demand experts at events like the World Economic Forum, press conferences, teachers' conferences, and school board meetings. • Our Expert Insights Series features some of the most influential voices tackling social media's impact on children's mental health, including bestselling author Jonathan Haidt, Meta whistleblowers Arturo Bejar and Yael Eisenstat, New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torres, and Laura Marquez -Garrett of the Social Media Victims Law Center, and many more. • And our Chapter Leaders are making waves in their communities and gaining attention across the country from Los Angeles to Pittsburgh to • It's not an "error" when serving up damaging content to people — including kids and teens —is a key part of your business model. An apology is meaningless if you refuse to do anything about the broken system that warranted it. Until Big Tech is ready to take actual responsibility and action for the harms their products created, MAMA will continue to stand up for our kids. This is just the beginning. Thank you for being part of this fight. Here's to another year of impact, growth, and advocacy —because our kids are worth it. With gratitude, Julie Scelfo, Founder, MAMA The MAMA team's first "IRL" moment together in New York City this week! • This week, MAMA's core team gathered in the Big Apple to team -build and fine-tune our ongoing strategy to defend childhood from Big Tech. Team members traveled from Virginia, New Mexico, North Carolina and even Puerto Rico for two days of in -person meetings — and some fun. Highlights included a field trip to Jonathan Haidt's talk at PS 3 in Manhattan hosted by MAMA Manhattan Chapter Leader, Sara Hirschler; multicultural snacking; plus team huddles at the beautiful new Brooklyn Heights Public Library. Spoiler alert: our wonderful new community managers, Kimona Dussard and Austin Hahn, were able to join us. It was an inspiring two days and we can't wait to officially introduce them to the MAMA community! • Google is facing lawsuits over its $2.7 billion investment in Character.Al, despite urgent warnings from its own researchers last year about the dangers of Al chatbots manipulating minors, leading to self -harm and even suicide. • Meta claims its recent flood of disturbing content was just an "error," but users say AI -generated shock videos and violent posts are still infiltrating their feeds and their children's feeds — even with parental controls on. • Educator and author Emily Cherkin, (who was featured on our Expert Insights Series in February with addiction expert Dr. Jim Winston), is suing PowerSchool and IXL Learning on behalf of parents for allegedly harvesting sensitive data from children and families without consent, violating privacy and consumer rights —all under the guise of education. • In a wise new essay for LitHub, Lisa Catherine Harper, an author and essayist who teaches high school in Silicon Valley, explores how two of Nathaniel Hawthorne's 19th-century tales offer a timely warning about the dangers of excessive faith in technology —a concern that her students already understand. • Three months after a 16-year-old teenager in Olympia, Washington, died after buying fentanyl-laced drugs on Snapchat, the Olympia Police Department kicked off a new campaign to warn parents about the deadly dangers of social media drug deals. • Reminder: in the last five years, fentanyl overdoses have become a leading cause of death for minors, a crisis fueled by social media. According to Paul DelPonte, Executive Director of the National Crime Prevention Council (or NCPC), "Snapchat has become digital open-air drug market." In 2023, NCPC urged the U.S. Dept. of Justice to investigate social media companies for playing a part in the illegal facilitation of fentanyl. • This week Instagram rolled out a new "School Partnership Program" that promises participating schools will have their reports of harmful posts, including bullying, "prioritized" for review. In exchange, schools must open their own Instagram account and receive a banner on their profile "so parents and students know they're an official Instagram partner" — a dangerous de facto endorsement — despite the known harms of the platform. • As noted by the online newspaper , Instagram's "School Partnership Program" comes as U.S. Senators advance the Kids Off Social Media Act (KOSMA), which seeks to ban social media access for kids under 13. In February, the Senate Committee on Commerce approved the bill. The U.S. Senate has also passed two related bills: the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) and the Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act 2.0 (COPPA 2.0), which MAMA hopes will be taken up in the next legislative session. • Instagram's (alarming) press release also touts giving parents "easy ways to block their teens from using Instagram during school hours." Noticeably absent: Instagram itself simply blocking kids and teens from using Instagram during school hours. Also absent: Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri, a father, joining with Pinterest CEO Bill Ready to support a nationwide bell -to -bell ban on personal smartphones during school, which would more significantly ease schoolday cyberbullying and reduce the burden on teachers and parents. 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Link: httpsV/younvws.cotii2O25/03/23/3321292/rfk-jr-pushes-for-cellphone-ban in schools -citing heakW Date: 4/4/20251:35:23 PM From: To: Subject: [EXTERNAL] Schools told to certify end of DEI or else 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. https//enewspaper.ocregister.con�k*uty/article_popover share. aspx?gW=6a628edc-72e3-4e5b-afc7-Oe4c8f8bcb7e&sbare--true Date: 3/28/2025 12:19:35 PM From: "Rep. Lou Correa" repcorrea@mail8.housecommunications.gov To: "Public Comment" publiccomment@anaheim.net Subject: [EXTERNAL] Taking the pulse of our community. 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. Lou C R R EA DOANC.E N �,' REPRESENTATIVE CALIFORNIA'S 46'" DISTRICT _(R� ppI wf{ Hello, I'm proud to share with you that one of my bills passed the House of Representatives with unanimous, bipartisan support just earlier this month. The Emerging Innovative Border Technoloclies Act would look into investing in cutting -edge technology to help officers stop drug trafficking and human smuggling —instead of an ineffective and wasteful border wall. These tools could also help officers rescue migrants who are crossing in dangerous, remote places. I look forward to seeing this bill pass the Senate and make its way to President Trump's desk. As I continueto bring your voice to our nation's capital, I'd like to take a moment to show you what I've been working on. Over the past three months, the Trump Administration has threatened cuts on several essential federal programs that Orange County residents depend on. From Social Security to the VA to Medicare and Medicaid, our seniors, veterans, and neighbors are all at risk. That's why I've hosted several "Community Conversations" around our cities on these topics —I want to hear from you and keep you up to date with the latest from Washington. That's also why you can find me around our district at "Know Your Rights" events, where I encourage our immigrant community to continue following the law while protecting themselves and their families. Will you be affected by these program cuts or by another federal policy change? Our best weapon to defend our community is thetruth, and it's my job to take your stories to Washington and fight the good fight on behalf of all of us. You can share your story with me at one of my events, or through my website HERE. Rep. Correa hosts a Community Conversation on healthcare issues The safety of our communities is no place for partisan politics, and we should all work together to make sure our frontline officers have the tools and resources they need to do their jobs. As the top Democrat on the Border Security and Enforcement Subcommittee, I emphasized the need to address staffing shortages at our ports -of -entry and find new ways to fight the smuggling of fentanyl into our neighborhoods. Slashing Homeland Security Department resources and focusing on deporting our long-term immigrant community is wrong —and mixed -status families, veterans, and even sick children are getting caught in the crosshairs of these reckless policies. Here in Congress, I won't stop fighting for common-sense solutions that protect everyone in our communities. Rep. Correa speaks in a Homeland Security Committee hearing Art is more than a creative outlet —it's a way to tell your story, share your perspective, and celebrate the community we call home. I'm excited to invite all high school students across our district to participate in this year's Congressional Art Competition! One talented student will have the opportunity to represent our district in Washington, D.C., as their artwork is displayed in the U.S. Capitol. The winner will also be invited to a special ceremony alongside other young artists from across the country. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, April 17th, at my Santa Ana District Office. If you or someone you know is interested in participating, more information is available HERE. Ka AL An Dimensions Winning Swden2 will have „�hes 1291111'h,� the opportunity to: tmpth 4 inches • Showcase Artwork in Art Mediums the U.S. Capitol Bnildin • Travel to Waehingtnn DC er:2 Aimension�' • Attend National .ix Muee Maai,. R—ption r � , Submis on Due For Additional Cuideli9z�ae, s co•., gnn�semroices�art-contest As always, I am committed to serving you, advocating for issues that matter to our community, and connecting you to important resources. If you are experiencing any issues with a federal agency, my office is here to help. Give us a call at (714) 559-6190. Sincerely, Rep. Lou Correa Member of Congress Sign up for my newsletter to get updates on this issue and others! Visit my websiteto learn more! Contact Me Washington D.C. 2082 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 (202) 225-2965 Santa Ana Rancho Santiago Community College Building 2323 N. Broadway, Suite 319 Santa Ana, CA 92706 (714) 559-6190 Unsubscrlbe from future messaaes. Date: 4/4/2025 2:15:19 PM From: "Rep. Lou Correa" repcorrea@mail8.housecommunications.gov To: "Public Comment" publiccomment@anaheim.net Subject: [EXTERNAL] Representing Orange County in the nation's capital. 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. Lou C R R EA DOWNANC'�B A .'�!aCp1NTVI� REPRESENTATIVE CALIFORNIA'S 46" DISTRICT p wf{ ie , 4W Hello, Too many of our men and women in uniform return home with invisible wounds after their military service —and we owe it to them to provide the support they've earned. That's why, as co-chairs of the Psychedelics Advancing Therapies (PATH) Caucus, Rep. Jack Bergman (R-MI) and I introduced the bipartisan Innovative Therapies Centers of Excellence Act which would increase federally funded research on innovative therapies to treat veterans' invisible wounds, like PTSD. Our veterans deserve real solutions, not more of the same —and I'm proud to be leading this effort to get them the care they need. As I continue to bring your voice to our nation's capital, I'd liketo take a moment to show you what I've been working on. This week, I had the privilege of welcoming the Orange High School Marine Corps JROTC cadets back to Washington, D.C., for a tour of the U.S. Capitol. Led by Master Sergeant Carlos Mata (USMC, Ret.), these cadets came ready to learn how the policies we make in Washington impact lives on Main Street back home. These students were even ableto meet several other Members of Congress representing Arizona, Pennsylvania, and more. They might be young, but these bright cadets arethe future of our community and country. Rep. Correa and OHS MCJROTC cadets outside the U. S. Capitol I also had the privilege to host the Santa Ana High School Girls' Wrestling Team in my D.C. office. This year, these hard-working athletes dominated the CIF Southern Section Division 2 Dual Meet championship —securing their first historic victory for their team, their high school, and our community. Their achievement shows their dedication and drive, and we are proud of them and their fantastic coaching staff! Rep. Correa and the Santa Ana High girls wrestling team and coaches As the top Democrat on the Border Security and Enforcement Subcommittee, I joined my colleagues for a critical hearing on the uses of drone technology to keep our community safe. I was able to ask DHS officials how we can use this technology to help first responders in wildfires and hurricanes, stop cartels from smuggling fentanyl across our border, and other important potential uses. However, we also need solutions to the problems that unchecked drone use can cause. It was especially great to see Orange County's own Chief Fetterman of the Orange County Fire Authority testifying before the committee on the use of drones in our own community. Here in Congress, I'll keep fighting for common-sense policies that support first responders, invest in smart technology, and protect our neighborhoods. Rep. Correa speaks during a hearing Starting on Saturday, March 29th, the Social Security Administration (SSA) began to require all users with mySSA accounts to switch to a new login system. If you're using a legacy account, you'll need to create a Login.gov account or link your current ID.me credentials to continue accessing your Social Security benefits. But don't worry —the process has been simplified to make the transition as smooth as possible. I encourage you to make this change before as soon as possibleto avoid any interruptions in accessing your important services. For more details, click HERE or call my Santa Ana office. In honor of Women's History Month, I am hosting my 6th annual "Women of the Year" Awards to celebrate extraordinary women living, working, and bettering our community. If you know a remarkable woman who makes an impact in the business, community, education, health, or youth fields, please consider nominating them for an award. Together, we can recognize the exceptional women who help make Orange County the special place it is! You can make nominations HERE. As always, I am committed to serving you, advocating for issues that matter to our community, and connecting you to important resources. If you are experiencing any issues with a federal agency, my office is hereto help. Give us a call at (714) 559-6190. Sincerely, Fa� Rep. Lou Correa Member of Congress Sign up for my newsletter to get updates on this issue and others! Visit my websiteto learn more! Contact Me Washington D.C. 2082 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 (202) 225-2965 Santa Ana Rancho Santiago Community College Building 2323 N. Broadway, Suite 319 Santa Ana, CA 92706 (714) 559-6190 Unsubscri be from future messages. Date: 4/4/2025 6:01:33 AM From To: Subject: [EXTERNALI Sweet Revenge 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. baps1/mfacebook.com� toryVW? story did �id02�ZfVAOwLSAkI.Fecl gtAHuodjxr1932�Few1uWDFZufVR8V2SzWlQltpAzyjfA31&id=100094259776148&sfrxsmmD&nubextid=VhDh1V Date: 4/5/2025 2:50:20 PM Front To: Subject: [EXTERNAL] Watch "#John 10:10 Nadia Soto' on YouTubc 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. IbUsJ/youtube.comishorts/tDA8wjZN478A?si=j1yoOIJG WEGHgy Date: 4/7/2025 8:55:25 AM From: To: Subject: [EXTERNAL] #It's A Small World 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. bttnsl/mfacebook.conistory_ptn? stor $»d 2R)id02FAFZY1WjGQs2aMdP49eOaJP7KA2WfoHwiCP2y dreTgC4pG5UMOkYYJNhVH81il&id=100094259776148&sfmrr—mo&nnbextid=VhDb1V Date: 4/5/2025 2:28:14 PM From: "Craig A Durfey" To: Subject: [EXTERNAL] Fwd: Dear President Trump Writing to request for consideration help with my Civil rights taken from me since October 20, 2021 by GGUSD 10331 Stanford Ave 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. ---------- Forwarded message --------- From Craig A Durfey Date: Sun, Mar 23, 2025 at 1:04 PM Subject: Fwd: Dear President Tramp Writing to request for consideration help with my Civil rights taken from me since October 20, 2021 by GGUSD 10331 Stanford Ave ---------- Forwarded message --------- From CRAIG DURFEY Date: Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 12,00 PM Subject: Fwd: Dear President Tnrnp Writing to request for consideration help with my Civit rights taken from ny-- since October 20, 2021 by ---------- Forwarded m;ssa--------- From CRAIG DURFEY Date: Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 11:46 AM Subject: Fwd: Dear President Thin p Writing to request for consideration help with my Civil rights taken from me since October 20, 2021 by ---------- Forwarded messa e--------- From Date: Sat, Feb 22, 2025 at 8:26 PM Subject: Dear President Trump Writing to request for consideration help with my Civil rights taken fromme since October 20, 2021 by GGUSD (P.R.D.D.C.) PARENTS FOR THE RIGHTS OF DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED CHILDREN CRAIG A. DURFEY FOUNDER OF P.R.D.D.C. P.O.BOX 2001 GARDEN GROVE, CA 92842 SOCIALEMOTIONALPAWS.COM FACEBOOK: CRAIG DURFEY U.S. HOUSE OF CONGRESS H2404 - HONORING CRAIG DURFEY FOR HIS FIGHT AGAINST AUTISM ... Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. httpsJ/www ciovinfo.gov/content/pkg/CREC-2003-03-27/pdf/CREC-2003-03-27.pdf new website socialemotionalpaws.org Craig A Duffey PO Box 2001 Garden Grove CA The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, DC 20500 Congressman Derek Tran Washington DC Office 1127 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-2415 Dear President Trump Writing to request for consideration help with my Civil rights taken from me since October 20, 2021 by GGUSD 10331 Stanford Ave. Garden Grove, CA 92840 Phone: (714) 663-6000 Board under 8120 policy denied written public comment that requires must present for a written by email, because I'm having a medical issue then was unable to be present and still have to unable to be present. The First Amendment provides that Congress make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting its free exercise. It protects freedom of speech, the press, assembly, and the right to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. School Board takes an oath of office when sworn into office, yet they create a policy to deny my first amendment rights as well as my civil rights. During these years was unable find help with my case schools learn to create policy to challenge them that one must go through a complaint process, and one must decide to sue most can't hire a lawyer with my situation no lawyer with take a case. On October 29th, 2024, contacted U.S. Department of Education office Civil rights 50 United Nations Plaza Mail room 1200 rom 1545 San Francisco Ca 94102 the Atty to contact is Gemini McCasland case # 09-24-1825. Yet three years four months have passed when made contact with Dept of education written/phone call as to where my case would move forward the Dept of Education Civil Rights refuse to respond to my phone messages, one email, mean awhile unable to write GGUSD school board meetings, request assistance logjam as well hold the school board accountable for their action discrimination. https://socialemotionalpaws.comfblog-post-1 ff/ggusd-board-under-8120-policy-denied-written-public- comment-that Thank You Craig A Durfey 4/5/2025 6:11:26 PM Date: From: To: Subject: [EXTERNAL] Fwd: !!! PUBLIC COMENT Will local Government ChildreWs Limit Screentime/Child Abuse Esports to recognize as child abuse from screentime, blue light. Attachment: April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month.pdf; 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. ---------- Forwarded ur-ssa e--------- From Date: Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 6:07 PM Subject: !! ! PUBLIC COMENT Will local Government CUdreds Limit Screerfire/Clod Abuse Esports to rccopize as child abuse from 04-05-2025 Public Comment (P.R.D.D.C.) PARENTS FOR THE RIGHTS OF DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED CHILDREN CRAIG A. DURFEY FOUNDER OF P.R.D.D.C. P.O.BOX 2001 GARDEN GROVE, CA 92842 SOCIALEMOTIONALPAWS.COM FACEBOOK: CRAIG DURFEY U.S. HOUSE OF CONGRESS H2404 - HONORING CRAIG DURFEY FOR HIS FIGHT AGAINST AUTISM ... Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. httpsJ/www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/CREC-2003-03-27/pdf/CREC-2003-03-27.pdf new website socialemotionalpaws.orn Mayor Stephanie Klopfenstein 11222 Acacia Parkway Garden Grove, CA 92840 Assemblyman Ta 14361 Beach Boulevard, Suite 211, Westminster, CA 92683; (714) 379-0970 Senator Tony Strickland 301 Main Street, Suite 212, Huntington Beach, CA 92648; (714) 374-4000 Congressman Derek Tran 6803 International Ave., Suite 100 Cypress, CA 90630 Phone: (714) 960-6483 Congressman Correa Rancho Santiago Community College Building 2323 N. Broadway, Suite 319 Santa Ana, CA 92706 Phone: (714) 559-6190 JANET NGUYEN Supervisor, First District County of Orange Board of Supervisors 400 W Civic Center Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92701 (714) 834-3110 Janet.Nguyen0acgov.com To whom it may concern. Dear Mayor Klopfenstein Requesting expanding tonight's # 4 Proclamation with stronger language about the know harm with social medial screen time, logarithm has very strong impact to a child brain development know as brain Rot, City of Garden Grove has on 04-08-2025 this item has phrases about harm that item #4 for Adoption of a Proclamation recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. (Action Item)12912025 does not describe social media has been described language the effects from social media as today Orange County Register report Increasingly dangerous scam targets kids through sextortion https:/Iagendasuite.orgriip/gardengrove/file/getfile/15792 https://socialemotionalpaws.com/blog-post-1 ffdncreasingly-dangerous-scam-targets-kids-through- sextortion . That U.S. Federal law child's mental health that falls under child abuse laws, 34 U.S. Code § 20341 - Child abuse reporting (3)the ter "mental injury" means harm to a child's psychological or intellectual functioning which may be exhibited by severe anxiety, depression, withdrawal or outward aggressive behavior, or a combination of those behaviors, which may be demonstrated by a change in behavior, emotional response or cognition; https://www.law.comell.edu/uscodettext/34/20341 yet we continue go blind with algorithms, visual violence, gambling, can't sleep, using red bull to awake the effects the health physically etc. Esports at third grade playing Minecraft goes against the U.S. Surgeon General REPORT. Esports programs expand across grade levels NOW, THEREFORE, 1, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 2025 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month. I call upon all Americans to invest in the lives of our Nation's children, to be aware of their safety and well-being, and to support efforts that promote their psychological, physical, and emotional development. https:llsocialemotionaiDaws.comfblog-post-1 fflkids-off-social-media-act-sets-social-media-age- m in imu m-to-13-pr National Child Abuse Prevention Month is observed every April to The injury may be intentional or unintentional and may also result from severe discipline, a punishment inappropriate for the child's age or condition, or may result from parental lapses brought upon by immaturity, the use or abuse of substances, or extreme stress. It is also important to note that a non -accidental injury to a child committed by anyone other than a parent or caretaker is considered to be a criminal act and falls under the jurisdiction of law enforcement rather than child protective services. emotional abuse, although almost always underlying other types of abuse or neglect, can also occur alone. Emotional abuse, sometimes referred to as psychological abuse, is behavior that impairs the child's emotional development or feelings of self- worth including belittling, blaming, or rejecting a child; constantly treating siblings unequally; and a persistent lack of concern by the caretaker for the child's welfare. https://socialemotionalpaws.com/blog-post-1 /f/national-child-abuse-prevention-month-is-observed- every-april-to WHEREAS, In Garden Grove, as in any community, children are our most precious members who deserve to grow in a safe, happy, healthy, stable, and caring environment where they can experience the wonders and innocence of a childhood free of violence, neglect, and abuse; WHEREAS, the latest data is based on federal fiscal year 2023, a nationally estimated 3,081,715 children received either an investigation response or alternative response at a rate of 42.0 children per 1,000 in population; WHEREAS, in federal fiscal year 2023, 52 states reported 546,159 victims of child abuse and neglect that equates to a national rate of 7.4 victims per 1,000 children; WHEREAS, child abuse and neglect can have long-term psychological, emotional, and physical effects that have lasting consequences; WHEREAS, protective factors are conditions that reduce or eliminate risk and promote the social, emotional, and developmental well-being of children; WHEREAS, effective prevention activities succeed because of the partnerships created between child welfare professionals, education, health, community and faith based organizations, businesses, law enforcement agencies, and families; WHEREAS, the City of Garden Grove actively places efforts in raising awareness and preventing child abuse through family support services offered by the Magnolia Park Family Resource Center and the Buena Clinton Youth and Family Center, WHEREAS, we acknowledge that we must work together as a community to increase awareness about child abuse and contribute to promote the social and emotional well-being of children and families in a safe, stable, and nurturing environment; and WHEREAS, prevention remains the best defense for our children and families. NOW THEREFORE, the Garden Grove City Council does hereby proclaim April 2025 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month in Garden Grove, and urges all communities to take actions to end the tragedy of child abuse and neglect in our nation. httpsJ/agendasuite.org/iip/gardengrovetrile/getl ile/15792 Too much screen time linked to manic symptoms in US preteens A recent study of preteens in the USA has found a significant link between excessive screen time and the onset of manic symptoms. Unsurprisingly, social media, video games and texting were singled out in particular. Preteens who spend more time on screens are more likely to develop manic symptoms two -years later, according to a new study. Too much screen time can be bad for health. While video games can improve certain cognitive abilities, or even help reduce stress, excessive use could promote manic symptoms in younger children. Such is the finding of a North American study published in Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology. According to health professionals, manic symptoms are characterized by excessive energy, mood swings from one extreme to the other, and the disruption of mental functions and/or sleep needs: "Manic symptoms include inflated self-esteem or grandiosity, decreased need for sleep, pressured speech, flight of ideas, distractibility, increased goal -directed activity, and excessive involvement in pleasurable activities," the researchers explain in their paper. https://socialemotionalpaws.comfblog-post-1 /fltoo-much-screen-time-linked-to-manic-symptoms-in- us-preteens Mothers Against Media Addiction One year ago, we launched MAMA with a bold vision: to rally parents and allies to fight back against media addiction and create a world where real -life experiences and interactions remain at the heart of a healthy childhood. We started with the goal of establishing six chapters in our first year, today, we have 32 chapters in 18 states, with a growing waitlist, including requests for international expansion. Mothers Against Media Addiction OPINION! Please share your concern to these local agency's it been too long yet haven't respond to my concerns about children's safety! Social media impacts child's wellbeing Will local Government Children's Limit Screentime/Child Abuse Esp to screentime effects brain development from limited age recommendation to 17 years old/ to the U.S. Surgeon General recommendations to not have social media under 13 to safe guards a bill in the U.S. Senate National Child Abuse Prevention Month, 2025 - The White House National Child Abuse Prevention Month is observed every April to Increasingly dangerous scam targets kids through sextortion - Orange County Register httpsJ/socialemotionalpaws.com/blog-post-1 /f/mothers-against-media-addiction https://socialemotionalpaws.com/blog-post-1 tf/kids-off-social-media-act-sets-social-media-age- minimum-to-13-pr Mayor Klopfenstein below was a letter sent out prior to your city as to other to raise awareness about to social media has on the child's brain development it has become well know around publication to other nation, now well will local government address what prevents moving forward that the lawfare hinders to prevent under the first amendment to direct the industrial the medical research description falls under child abuse laws. Public Comment For many teens, suicide is no longer only about parents screaming at kids, drug addiction or bullying. Additionally, 157,000 youths between the ages of 10 and 24 are treated at emergency departments for self-inflicted injuries InboxSearch for all messages with label InboxRemove label Inbox from this conversation 0 5:26AM (51 minutes ago)to CONTACT, me, REPLOUCORREA, response, SEDN.committee, hauwie.tie, David.Ochoa, ADAM.BOMAN, clayton.heard, Christopher.Aguilera, SHEA.Committee, assemblymember.quirk-silva, Assemblymember.Davies, assembly.rules, admin, lauren.robinson, Marguerite.Ries, Debbie.Look, Chelsea.Kelley, Tanya.Lieberman, SENATOR.GONZALEZ, senator.umberg, keisha.anderson, Liz, Public, City.Council, publiccomment, Grant.Silva, Eliza.Brooks, lisa.murawski, riana.king, Logan.Hess, lara.flynn 03-22-2025 Public Comment (P.R.D.D.C.) PARENTS FOR THE RIGHTS OF DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED CHILDREN CRAIG A. DURFEY FOUNDER OF P.R.D.D.C. P.O.BOX 2001 GARDEN GROVE, CA 92842 S OCIAL E M OT I ONAL PAWS.COM FACEBOOK: CRAIG DURFEY U.S. HOUSE OF CONGRESS H2404 - HONORING CRAIG DURFEY FOR HIS FIGHT AGAINST AUTISM ... Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. https://www.g ovinfo.gov/content/p kg/CRE C-2003-03-27/pdf/CRE C-2003-03-27.pdf new website socialemotionalpaws.org PUBLIC COMMENT NEXT BOARD MEETING. REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA DOUG CHAFFEE CHAIR Fourth District Doug Chaffee, Chairman Fourth District (714) 834-3440 Katrina Foley, Vice Chair Fifth District (714) 834-3550 Tuesday, March 25, 2025 9:00 A.M. Presentations 9:30 A.M. Regular Business BOARD HEARING ROOM, FIRST FLOOR 400 W. Civic Center Drive Santa Ana, California Board Room Orange County Department of Education 200 Kalmus Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Phone: 714-966-4012 FAX: 714-432-1916 Email: contact@ocbe.us April 2, 2025 I'm writing today to both the Orange County Board of Education with the Orange County Board of Supervisor CA, school districts children mental health from screentime, blue light SCR 73 year 2019 , esports, this algorithm from devices causes harm to one's brain development know as brain rot httpsJ/socialemotionalpaws.com/blog-post-1 ff/yes-%E2*/*80*/*9Cbrain-rot"/*E2%80%9D-content-is-as- bad-as-it-sounds . This concern for many years been worldwide concern yet now seven years the Orange County Board of Education with the Orange County Board of Supervisor CA with school district seriously flawed, ignored, ILL prepared to reach the root cause even SB 224 Pupil instruction: mental health education.(2021-2022) https://Ieginfo.legislature.ca.govMaces/biliNavClient.xhtmi? bill id=202120220SB224 It's been too long to still continue to ignore your responsibility child's welfare from electronic child abuse from over consumption of time, back in Improving Education Outcomes by Empowering Parents, States, and Communities UPDATED: March 22, 2018 at 12:36 PM PDT Internet a `Lord of the Flies': Teen suicide rise started after Instagram, Snapchat began, request be placed on all parties agendas to bring an awareness a culture to restore education that less screentime brings better outcome Teens who spend less time in front of screens are happier— up to https://socialemotionalpaws.com/bloc-post-1 M/teens-who-spend-less-time-in-front-of-screens-are- happier-%E2%80%g4-up-to-1 „ that general Z can't be employed https:/Isocialemotionalpaws.com/blog-post-1/f/companies-are- quickly-firing-gen-z-employees , https://socialemotionalpaws.com/blog:post-1/f/companies-are-firing- gen-z-employees-soon-after-h iring-them-what . Below are research supportive many years with ton of hours to include field research to support what's still occurring unwilling to address this crisis a quote "President John F. Kennedy said technology 'has no conscience of its own. Whether it will become a force for good or ill depends on man: Yet swayed by digital -age myths, we are providing our children with remarkably little guidance on their use of technology." . It was Albert Einstein who famously said that once you stop learning, you start dying. It was Bill Gates who said that he would want the ability to read faster it takes a village to save a child. Quotations by John F. Kennedy, "Children are the world's most valuable resource and its best hope for the future. "As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them." - President John F. Kennedy "As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them." - President John F. Kennedy Put your heart, mind, and soul into even your smallest acts. This is the secret of success. Swami Sivananda No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. Aesop New pressures for perfection contribute to rise in teen suicide Louie and Liza Pangelinan in the living room of their home in Mission Viejo on Friday, March 16, 2018, as Liza holds a photograph of their daughter, Emma, who loved softball and was a promising player, at 13 years old killed herself in January. (Photo by Mark Rightmire, Orange County Register New pressures for perfection contribute to rise in teen suicide - Orange County Register This 16-year-0Id's suicide letters are a cry for help and a national call for change Less than two months ago, 16-year-old Patrick Turner — "Patty" to his family — took his life in centerfield in a nearby park Second in a three-part series. Read Part 1 and Part 3 In a very nice part of California and in a very nice home, a very nice family sits down to a dinner of chicken tetrazzini, salad and croissants. Dad asks his 18-year-old son about the baseball game he just pitched. The team lost, but the family knows there are bigger things in life. The Corona del Mar High School senior feels fine about his performance. "We are definitely seeing an increase in self -harm," reports Dr. Michael Brant-Zawadzki, executive medical director of the Neurosciences Institute at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian in Newport Beach. "Negative behaviors have steadily started to increase." The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports suicide has become the third -leading cause of death for teens and that more than 4,600 young people - ages 10 to 24 - are lost each year. Additionally, 157,000 youths between the ages of 10 and 24 are treated at emergency departments for self-inflicted injuries. For many teens, suicide is no longer only about parents screaming at kids, drug addiction or bullying. The factors causing some of these suicides as well as thousands of attempts are new, murky and very much 21st century. New pressures for perfection contribute to rise in teen suicide - Orange County Register Dear President Trump 1 have written lengthy reports about esports, social media, created two websites blogs, research six years of the twenty three years, found to be extremely harmful as in brain rot to child's mental health that falls under child abuse laws, 34 U.S. Code § 20341 - Child abuse reporting (3)the term "mental injury" means harm to a child's psychological or intellectual functioning which may be exhibited by severe anxiety, depression, withdrawal or outward aggressive behavior, or a combination of those behaviors, which may be demonstrated by a change in behavior, emotional response or cognition; https://www.law.comell.edu/uscode/text/34/20341 yet we continue go blind with algorithms, visual violence, gambling, can't sleep, using red bull to awake the effects the health physically etc. Esports at third grade playing Minecraft goes against the U.S. Surgeon General REPORT. Esports programs expand across grade levels Screen Schooled: Two Veteran Teachers Expose How Technology Overuse Is Making Our Kids Dumber https:llsocialemotionalpaws.com/blog-post-1 /f/screen-schooled-two-veteran-teachers-expose-how- technology-overu-2 Screen Time and Its Health Consequences in Children and Adolescent hops://socialemotionalpaws.con/blog-post-1 ff/screen-time-and-its-health-consequences-in- childrenand-adolescent Too much screen time linked to manic symptoms in US preteens A recent study of preteens in the USA has found a significant link between excessive screen time and the onset of manic symptoms. Unsurprisingly, social media, video games and texting were singled out in particular. Preteens who spend more time on screens are more likely to develop manic symptoms two -years later, according to a new study. Too much screen time can be bad for health. While video games can improve certain cognitive abilities, or even help reduce stress, excessive use could promote manic symptoms in younger children. Such is the finding of a North American study published in Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology. According to health professionals, manic symptoms are characterized by excessive energy, mood swings from one extreme to the other, and the disruption of mental functions and/or sleep needs: "Manic symptoms include inflated self-esteem or grandiosity, decreased need for sleep, pressured speech, flight of ideas, distractibility, increased goal -directed activity, and excessive involvement in pleasurable activities," the researchers explain in their paper. https://socialemotionalpaws.comfbiog-post-1 /f/too-much-screen-time-linked-to-manic-symptoms-in- us-preteens Kids Off Social Media Act Sets Social Media Age Minimum To 13, Prohibits Use Of Algorithms To Feed Addictive Content To Teens Under 17. WASHINGTON - Today, the U.S. Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee approved the Kids Off Social Media Act. Authored by U.S. Senators Brian Schatz (D-Hawai°i), a senior member of the Senate Commerce Committee, Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chair of the Senate Commerce Committee, Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), and Katie Britt (R-Ala.), the bipartisan legislation will keep kids off social media and help protect them from its harmful impacts. To do that, the bill would set a minimum age of 13 to use social media platforms and prevent social media companies from feeding algorithmically -targeted content to users under the age of 17. In addition to Schatz, Cruz, Murphy, and Britt, the Kids Off Social Media Act is cosponsored by U.S. Senators Peter Welch (D-Vt.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), John Fetterman (D-Pa.), Angus King (I -Maine), Mark Warner (D-Va.), and John Curtis (R Utah). "There is no good reason for a nine -year -old to be on Instagram or Snapchat. The growing evidence is clear. social media is making kids more depressed, more anxious, and more suicidal. Yet tech companies refuse to anything about it because it would hurt their bottom line. This is an urgent health crisis, and Congress must act with the boldness and urgency it demands," said Senator Schatz. "Protecting kids online is not a partisan issue, and our bipartisan coalition - which includes several parents of kids and teenagers - represents the millions of parents across the country who've long been asking for help." The Kids Off Social Media Act is supported by Public Citizen, National Organization for Women, National Association of Social Workers, National League for Nursing, National Association of School Nurses, KidsToo, Count on Mothers, American Federation of Teachers, American Counseling Association, National Federation of Families, National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, National Council for Mental Wellbeing, Parents Television and Media Council, Tyler Clementi Foundation, Parents Who Fight, Conservative Ladies of America, David's Legacy Foundation, Digital Progress, HAS Coalition, Parents Defending Education Action, Concerned Women for America Legislative Action Committee, and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. hfpsJ/socialemotionalpaws.com/blog-post-1 Mlkids-off-social-media-act-sets-social-media-age- minimum-to-13-pr Nearly 9 in 10 U.S. voters support the Kids Online Safety Act BOSTON, MA — Thursday, November 16, 2023 — Nearly 9 in 10 U.S. voters support the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) which would adopt responsible safeguards Bipartisan legislation that would require social media platforms to protect kids and teens from online harms has near universal support across the political spectrum, according to a new poll released today by Issue One's Council for Responsible Social Media and Fairplay. The findings come amid growing calls for lawmakers to put responsible safeguards in place to address the harmful impact of social media on young people after another whistleblower came before Congress to testify that Meta knew its products were hurting kids. In the new poll of U.S. voters, conducted by Hans Kaiser and Associates/Hart Research, 87% of the electorate believes that it is important for the president and Congress to take action to combat the harms being caused by social media platforms. This includes 86% of respondents who voted for former President Trump in the 2020 presidential election, and 88% of voters who supported then - candidate Joe Biden. Nearly all voters (94%) agree that mental health challenges facing children and teens today are a serious problem, and three in four (73%) blame social media and say the platforms have had a negative impact on the mental health of youth over the last 20 years. Further demonstrating the overwhelming public support for congressional action, 86% of voters support the bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), which would require social media platforms to protect minors from specific online harms, such as the promotion of eating disorders, suicide, substance abuse, and sexual exploitation. The bill would provide children and parents with new safeguards, require the strongest safety settings by default, and impose penalties on companies whose design features expose children to these types of harms on their platforms. "Parents have had enough. They're doing everything they can to keep their kids safe online, but parents can't do this alone," said Alix Fraser, director of Issue One's Council for Responsible Social Media. "Congress must take action now by passing KOSA into law. Voters are demanding leadership, and it's time for lawmakers to deliver on their promises and take meaningful steps to keep our children safe online and finally hold tech companies accountable." https://socialemotionalpaws.com/blog-post-1 /f/%E2%80%94-nearly-9-in-10-us-voters-support-the- kids-on I ine-safety-act Northwood High School takes a step toward youth suicide prevention This is the mission of Northwood High School's Hope Squad, a group of peer -elected students and teacher advisors whose goal is to prevent suicide through education, training and peer intervention. Northwood's mental health specialist https://socialemotionalpaws.comfblog-post-1 MInorthwood-high-school-takes-a-step-toward-youth- suicide-preventio-1 Detox Your Digital Life: A Step -by -Step Guide to Reduce Screen Ti In today's hyper -connected world, we are constantly bombarded by digital screens —whether it's smartphones, computers, or televisions. While technology has undeniably improved many aspects of our lives, excessive screen time can have serious consequences for our physical and mental health. From disrupted sleep patterns to strained relationships, the effects are far-reaching. It's time to hit the reset button and detox your digital life. This step-by-step guide will show you how to reduce screen time, improve your well-being, and reconnect with the world around you. https://socialemotionalpaws.comfblog-post-1 Mldetox-your-digital-life-a-step-by-step-guide-to-reduce- screen-ti Improving Education Outcomes by Empowering Parents, States, and Communities UPDATED: March 22, 2018 at 12:36 PM PDT Internet a'Lord of the Flies': Teen suicide rise started after Instagram, Snapchat began A counselor at J Serra Catholic High School in San Juan Capistrano faces a gathering of somber students and asks if they knew any of the teens who recently took their lives. A half -dozen hands immediately rise. After a pause, more hands poke up. "I knew Kyle," one boy quietly volunteers. "He always seemed super happy. 1 never would have guessed." In new series of sessions about suicide at JSerra — as well as at many other schools — little by little kids open up. One student talks about 13-year-old Emma Pangelinan who lived in Mission Viejo. Another teen says he knew Patrick Turner, a 16-year-old who lived in Corona del Mar. A girl mentions two girls in a nearby town. A boy asks about another boy who died. hfpsJ/www.ocregister.com/2018/03/2l /teen-suicide-can-be-reduced-if-parents-educators-change- soc is I-med ia-c u Itu re/ Dr. Courtney Harkins, a clinical supervisor at Jserra Catholic High gives a presentation to Jserra students about suicide, depression, how to recognize the symptoms and what to do about it in San Juan Capistrano on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2018. New pressures for perfection contribute to rise in teen suicide Louie and Liza Pangelinan in the living room of their home in Mission Viejo on Friday, March 16, 2018, as Liza holds a photograph of their daughter, Emma, who loved softball and was a promising player, at 13 years old killed herself in January. (Photo by Mark Rightmire, Orange County Register New pressures for perfection contribute to rise in teen suicide - Orange County Register New pressures for perfection contribute to rise in teen suicide This 16-year-0Id's suicide letters are a cry for help and a national call for change Less than two months ago, 16-year-old Patrick Turner — "Patty" to his family — took his life in centerfield in a nearby park Second in a three-part series. Read Part 1 and Part 3 In a very nice part of California and in a very nice home, a very nice family sits down to a dinner of chicken tetrazzini, salad and croissants. Dad asks his 18-year-old son about the baseball game he just pitched. The team lost, but the family knows there are bigger things in life. The Corona del Mar High School senior feels fine about his performance. But no matter how positive and relaxed the conversation, an unshakable gloom filled with humankind's deepest questions hangs in the air. The dinner is courtesy of caring neighbors who want to help. Someone is missing from the table who should be here, but will never return. Less than two months ago on Jan. 27, 16-year-old Patrick - "Patty" to his family - took his life in center field in a nearby park. But unlike with most suicides, Patrick Turner left several thoughtful notes detailing exactly what caused him to take his life and offered them to "whoever reads them." Significantly, the boy's notes shed light on what experts call a new national crisis in teens killing themselves. This 16-year-old's suicide letters are a cry for help and a national call for change - Orange County Register Less than two months ago, 16-year-old Patrick Turner - "Patty" to his family - took his life in centerfield in a nearby park. (Courtesy of the Turner Family) This 16-year-old's suicide letters are a cry for help and a national call for change Second in a three-part series. Read Part 1 and Part 3 In a very nice part of California and in a very nice home, a very nice family sits down to a dinner of chicken tetrazzini, salad and croissants. Dad asks his 18-year-old son about the baseball game he just pitched. The team lost, but the family knows there are bigger things in life. The Corona del Mar High School senior feels fine about his performance. But no matter how positive and relaxed the conversation, an unshakable gloom filled with humankind's deepest questions hangs in the air. The dinner is courtesy of caring neighbors who want to help. Someone is missing from the table who should be here, but will never return. Less than two months ago on Jan. 27, 16-year-old Patrick - "Patty" to his family - took his life in center field in a nearby park. But unlike with most suicides, Patrick Turner left several thoughtful notes detailing exactly what caused him to take his life and offered them to "whoever reads them." Significantly, the boy's notes shed light on what experts call a new national crisis in teens killing themselves. "So much pressure is put on kids to do good, and a lot of kids make mistakes," Patrick wrote. "One slipup makes a kid feel like the smallest person in the world. "You are looked at as a loser if you don't go to college or if you get a certain GPA or test score. There is never a moment to brake." https://www.ocregister.com/2019/01 /30/parents-write-letter-about-I 6-year-old-son-committing- suicide-and-what-impact-that-has-had/ Internet a 'Lord of the Flies': Teen Suicide Rise Started After Instagram, Snapchat began March 21, 2018 https://www.hoag.orgtfeatured-news/i ntemet-a-lord-of-the-fl ies-tee n-s u is ide-rise-started-after- in stag ram-snapchat-began/ Too much screen time is raising rate of childhood myopia hops:llsocialemotionalpaws.com/blog-post-1 /fltoo-much-screenrtime-is-raising-rate-of-childhood- myopia Blue Light and Your Eyes Causes Myopia with Sleep Deprivation https:llsocialemotionalpaws.comfblog-post-1 fflblue-light-and-your-eyes-causes-myopia-with-sleep- dipravation Teens who spend less time in front of screens are happier — up to httpsJ/socialemotionalpaws.comfblog-post-1 Mtteens-who-spend-less-time-in-front-of-screens-are- ha pp ier-%E2 %80%94-up-to-1 Lenovo: Smarter technology for all eyes. https://socialemotionalpaws.comfblo-q-post-1 ffllenovo-smarter-technology-for-all-eyes Blue Light & Color Standards https://socialemotionalpaws.com/blog-post-1 M/blue-light-color-standards Blue Light Summit 2021 Annual Forum on Digital Devices httpsJ/bluelig htsu mmit.com/ Global Leaders Team Up to Address Screen Time as an Emerging Health Issue at the Blue Light Summit 2021 BOE, Dell Technologies, Eyesafe, HP, Lenovo, LG Display, United Healthcare and ZAGG came together on one stage to address the biggest health issue of the digital age: high-energy blue light from digital devices. Eyesafe provides industry -leading technology to reduce high-energy blue light in consumer electronics, helping to re -design displays for human health. Eyesafe technology and standards were developed by a world -class team of eye doctors, engineers, and scientists, with decades of experience in electronics, display materials, and light management. Eyesafe recently ranked #5 in the computer hardware category in Inc. Magazine's 2021 list of the 5000 Fastest -Growing Private Companies in America. To learn more, visit https://eyesafe.com Global Leaders Team Up to Address Screen Time as an Emerging Health Issue at the Blue Light Summit 2021 Sleep specialist backing RFK Jr.'s MAHA movement pushes to change school start times in America https://www.foxnews.comlhealth/sleep-specialist-backing-rfk jr-maha-movement-pushes-change- school-start-times-america?msockid=l c676a2473f361 eb280b7eaa721 d601 e SCR-73 Blue Light Awareness D2y.(2019-2020) SCR 73, Pan. Blue Light Awareness Day. This measure would designate October 10 of each year as Blue Light Awareness Day in California. Digest Key Fiscal Committee: NO https://Ieginfo.legislature.ca.govMaces/biliNavClient.xhtml?bill id=201920200SCR73 Bill Text WHEREAS, There are over 80 million electronic devices with digital screens in the State of California; and WHEREAS, Screen time viewing with electronic devices exceeds over nine hours per day; and WHEREAS, The increased usage of, and access to, digital devices by young children and adolescents is an acute area of concern, as ophthalmologists, optometrists, and medical researchers continue to learn more about the short-term effects of increasing and cumulative exposure to artificial blue light on the developing human eye and mental health at a young age, along with long-term potential cumulative effects on adult eye health and mental development; and WHEREAS, The scientific community and recent studies have identified growing concerns over potential long-term eye and health impacts for all age groups from digital screen usage and cumulative blue light exposure emitted from digital devices; and WHEREAS, Blue light has been reported to cause visual discomfort in 65 percent of Americans; and WHEREAS, Blue light has been associated with possible harmful effects on retinal cell physiology linked to the high-energy, short wavelength in the narrow range of 415-455 nanometers; and WHEREAS, Cumulative blue light exposure from digital devices has been shown to disrupt sleep cycles by suppressing the natural release of melatonin and has also been linked to premature aging of the retina, which could accelerate potential long-term vision problems such as age -related macular degeneration, decreased alertness, and memory and emotional regulation impacts; and WHEREAS, Screen time can take a toll on vision health and comfort, leading to symptoms of digital eye strain and dry, irritated eyes; and WHEREAS, Given the growing body of research around the breadth and scope of potential eye and systemic health impacts related to blue light exposure, the State of California encourages citizens, particularly children, to consider taking protective safety measures in reducing eye exposure to high-energy visible blue light; now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby designates October 10 of each year as Blue Light Awareness Day in California; and be it further Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution. Forget What You Think You Know About Blue Light and Sleep is become a virtually unchallenged piece of conventional wisdom that exposure to blue light —the type emitted by electronic device screens —is bad for sleep. That thinking has spurred a mini - industry of innovations meant to stop those effects, like warm -toned "night mode" settings on gadgets and glasses that claim to block blue light. But in December, a group of researchers at the University of Manchester in the U.K. published a paper in Current Biology challenging that notion. After exposing mice to lights that were different in hue but equal brightness and assessing their subsequent activity, the researchers concluded that yellow light actually seems to disturb sleep more than blue. Warm -toned light, they hypothesized, could trick the body into thinking it's daytime, while cooler blue light more closely mimics twilight. The study was surprising, given the widespread thinking around blue light, but it wasn't unprecedented. Some researchers have argued that, while electronics can keep you up because of their bright lights and ability to time -suck, blue light isn't necessarily the problem. So what's the best way to get a full eight hours each night? Here's what experts say about blue light. Go Ahead, Take a Nap. A New Study Says They May Be Good for Your Heart 0 seconds of 1 minute, 22 secondsVolume 0% Why is blue light thought to disrupt sleep? Your body is dictated by its circadian rhythms, a set of time -dependent physical, mental and behavioral shifts. The most obvious circadian rhythm is the one that drives you to be tired at night and alert during the day. This process is dependent upon melatonin, a hormone secreted when it's dark outside. Nighttime light exposure can confuse this process, suppressing melatonin production and keeping you up longer. Studies have suggested that blue light is an especially powerful melatonin suppressant. Melanopsin, the pigment that helps eye cells assess light brightness, is particularly sensitive to shorter, cooler wavelengths like blue light, which some research says means blue light may affect the body more dramatically than other hues. One highly cited study from 2014 showed that using a blue -light -emitting Wad before bed suppresses melatonin, while reading a traditional book does not. Wad readers started producing melatonin 1.5 hours later than usual the next day, and experienced REM sleep —the phase during which dreams occur and memories are consolidated — once they conked out, the study found. Does the new study change that theory? Animal studies should always be taken with a grain of salt, as they often do not translate directly to human behavior. And there are additional caveats to this particular paper, says Dr. Cathy Goldstein, a sleep specialist at Michigan Medicine. The researchers looked specifically at cones in the animals' eyes, which detect color, instead of melanopsin, which senses light and is central to the issue of melatonin secretion. They also kept light levels dim, regardless of color, which may not reflect the bright lights of electronics. And finally, though mice are frequently used in sleep research, Goldstein notes that since the rodents are nocturnal, they may respond differently to light than humans do. Taken together, Goldstein says these conditions mean the study's results apply only to a very narrow set of circumstances and metrics. "For this to get extrapolated to saying 'blue light at night isn't bad for you' is a little bit of an extension," Goldstein says. But that doesn't mean blue light is evil. "Blue light has become the gluten of the sleep world," Goldstein says with a laugh. In other words, though it may be a potential trigger for health issues, its impact has been blown way out of proportion. "We put the cart so far ahead of the horse" with blue light, agrees James Wyatt, who directs sleep disorders and sleep -wake research at Rush University Medical Center. In Wyatt's view, recommendations around limiting blue light have far outpaced science around its effects. There is a valid scientific basis to the idea that blue light interrupts sleep, since research consistently shows that light of any kind suppresses melatonin and blue light may do so to an especially extreme degree. But Wyatt says most human research done in this field hasn't been representative of the way the average person is exposed to blue light. That is, most experimental conditions don't correspond to the average person's day, and even then they often result in only tiny changes in sleep. Take that Wad study, for example. While it did show that bedtime exposure to blue light through an Wad can suppress melatonin, Wyatt notes that people who read on their devices for hours took only 10 minutes longer to fall asleep than paper book readers. "In over 20 years of practicing sleep medicine, I have never had a patient come to me and say, `Hey, doc, can you help me fall asleep 10 minutes faster?" Wyatt says. Goldstein adds that the spectrum of light isn't the only thing that matters —so do brightness, and duration of exposure. "You can't just worry about spectrum alone," she says. "You can't have your blue light filter on, and then have your phone or your tablet at maximal brightness" and expect to drift right off with no problem. Should I try to limit blue light exposure? There are plenty of reasons other than sleeplessness to not spend all your time staring at screens, from possible mental health consequences to their correlation with a sedentary lifestyle. But in terms of eye health, there's no reason to spend your time and money looking for blue -light -filtering glasses or gadgets, says Dr. Matthew Gardiner, an ophthalmologist at Massachusetts Eye and Ear. While some people report improvements in eye -strain or headaches after using these products, Gardiner says there's no research to suggest blue light damages your eyes. "if you feel more comfortable, then that's fine, but it does not do anything for the health of your eyes," he says. For sleep, Wyatt says the evidence isn't strong enough to issue a blanket recommendation on blue light. That doesn't necessarily mean it's a good idea to use technology before bed —any bright light right before sleep can mess with circadian rhythms, and firing off last-minute emails is unlikely to lull you to sleep —but blue light may not be as universally bad for slumber as people think. Personal preference plays a role, too. Wyatt notes that some people feel relaxed and sleepy after watching television, while others feel wide-awake after flipping through a page -turning book. Goldstein agrees that blue light research isn't as conclusive as it's often portrayed, but says there's also no reason not to use night -mode filters on electronics if you find them helpful. Just remember to turn down the brightness and avoid hours of aimless scrolling, she says. Finally, research is pretty definitive on the fact that a dark room is the best environment for sleep, so it's smart to block out light sources when it's actually time for bed. Wyatt suggests keeping your room at a cool 65° to 68° Fahrenheit, limiting intermittent noise and sticking to roughly the same sleep and wake times each day to get quality rest. More Must -Reads from TIME Cybersecurity Experts Are Sounding the Alarm on DOGE Meet the 2025 Women of the Year The Harsh Truth About Disability Inclusion Why Do More Young Adults Have Cancer? Colman Domingo Leads With Radical Love How to Get Better at Doing Things Alone Michelle Zauner Stares Down the Darkness Write to Jamie Duchanme at iamie.ducharmeOtime.com For sake of pupils' pupils, China to ban homework on apps BEIJING (AP) — An eastern Chinese province plans to ban teachers from assigning homework to be completed on cellphone apps as part of efforts to preserve students' eyesight. Zhejiang province issued a draft regulation last week and is seeking public comment. It is one of several provinces considering such measures. Along with barring app-based homework assignments, the Zhejiang regulation would limit the use of electronic devices to 30 percent of total teaching time and encourage the issuing of paper homework to be completed by hand. Soaring rates of nearsightedness are blamed partly on screen usage. While China's overall rate of myopia is 31 percent, among high school students it stands at 77 percent and among college students 80 percent. The regulation aims to pull that back to 70 percent among senior high school students, with rates among primary school students targeted at 38 percent and junior high school students at 60 percent. The regulation would bar primary and middle school students from bringing electronic devices into classrooms without permission, restrict amounts of homework assigned and increase the time for breaks, sports and extra -curricular activities. Sign up for Evening Brief Delivered weeknights, this email newsletter gives you a quick recap of the day's top stories and need -to -know news, as well as intriguing photos and topics to spark conversation as you wind down from your day. Sign up It says no written homework at all should be assigned to 1st and 2nd graders. Already, national education authorities have issued a proposal to prevent teachers from using the popular WeChat or QQ messaging apps for assigning homework and banned them from asking parents to mark their children's work. The education ministry also called for only paper homework assignments for primary and middle school students "in principle." Still, mobile devices are unlikely to be abandoned entirely as a means of supplementing classwork. Language apps, especially those for learning English pronunciation, are extremely popular with students, many of whom are more likely to own smart phones than home computers. Limiting screen time is of particular concern in Asia, where rates of myopia tend to be higher than in Europe and North America. With a level of myopia estimated at 80 percent, the Southeast Asian city state of Singapore is believed have the highest percentage of nearsighted people. https://socialemationalpaws.com/blog-post-1 MMor-sake-of-pupils%E2%80%99-pupils-china-to-ban- homework-on-apes-2 Thank You Craig A Durfey Founder of P.R.D.C. 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NOW THEREFORE, the Garden Grove City Council does hereby proclaim April 2025 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month in Garden Grove, and urges all communities to take actions to end the tragedy of child abuse and neglect in our nation. April 8, 2025 1 hope that after researching for seven to eight years the question is when will local, State, Federal come forward to recognize social medial harm, since those in field all professional trained to prevent child abuse don't has a clue from limited awareness as to what it causing this epidemic thus we continue fester the crises of child abuse in a modern age to limit the consumption that nothing under 13 to limit above until 17 years old. Thank You Craig A Durfey Founder of P.R.D.D.C. Proclamation April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month WHEREAS, In Garden Grove, as in any community, children are our most precious members who deserve to grow in a safe, happy, healthy, stable, and caring environment where they can experience the wonders and innocence of a childhood free of violence, neglect, and abuse; WHEREAS, the latest data is based on federal fiscal year 2023, a nationally estimated 3,081,715 children received either an investigation response or alternative response at a rate of 42.0 children per 1,000 in population; WHEREAS, in federal fiscal year 2023, 52 states reported 546,159 victims of child abuse and neglect that equates to a national rate of 7.4 victims per 1,000 children; WHEREAS, child abuse and neglect can have long-term psychological, emotional, and physical effects that have lasting consequences; WHEREAS, protective factors are conditions that reduce or eliminate risk and promote the social, emotional, and developmental well-being of children; WHEREAS, effective prevention activities succeed because of the partnerships created between child welfare professionals, education, health, community and faith based organizations, businesses, law enforcement agencies, and families; WHEREAS, the City of Garden Grove actively places efforts in raising awareness and preventing child abuse through family support services offered by the Magnolia Park Family Resource Center and the Buena Clinton Youth and Family Center; WHEREAS, we acknowledge that we must work together as a community to increase awareness about child abuse and contribute to promote the social and emotional well-being of children and families in a safe, stable, and nurturing environment; and WHEREAS, prevention remains the best defense for our children and families. NOW THEREFORE, the Garden Grove City Council does hereby proclaim April 2025 as National Child Abuse Prevention Month in Garden Grove, and urges all communities to take actions to end the tragedy of child abuse and neglect in our nation. April 8, 2025 Date: 4/7/202512:29:24 PM Franc To: Subject: [EXTERNAL] How to Protect Your Eyes While Staring at a Screen All Day 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. 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Am!J/youtube.cornishorts/GUD7X4W-AE ?g si=na V,g cJoOuUJrBVS Date: 4M2025 9:48:15 PM From: "Ruben Soto" To: Subject: [EXTERNAL] Fwd: Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken newsletter 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. ---------- Forwarded message --------- From Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken<bballmas-anahefn.netnaesharedl.ccsend.com> Date: Mon, Apr 7, 2025, 10:01 AM Subject: Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken newsletter To: View as Webpage Join Us: State of the City Join us for the 2025 State of the City! If you haven't already, book your table or seat today and be part of this annual Anaheim tradition. State of the City is on Tuesday, April 29, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Grove of Anaheim. It's an honor to take part in my third State of the City address as mayor. State of the City will be a celebration of all things Anaheim and an uplifting event that brings our community together to hear about what we've done and what's to come. With so many amazing things happening across our city, this year's State of the City will be a fun -filled celebration of Anaheim's colorful history and bright future. We'll gather for great Anaheim storytelling, a fun and informative address, uplifting performances and a social media -worthy lunch presentation in the elegant setting of the Grove of Anaheim. Event proceeds directly benefit the Anaheim Community Foundation, a nonprofit supporting a range of programs, services and other nonprofits, all to enrich the lives of Anaheim residents and our community. Book your table today by going to Anaheim.net/StateoftheCity. You can also enter for a chance to attend as our guest at a community table for students, volunteers and others from across our city. Submit your name at Anaheim.net/StateoftheCity. Moving forward with Veteran Cemetery We're proud to be moving forward on a hallowed resting place for our veterans in the hills of east Anaheim. In March, an Orange County Superior Court judge ruled in favor of our project, setting aside an unnecessary and unwarranted legal challenge to the Gypsum Canyon Cemetery Project. While our work never stopped, we welcome the certainty this action brings for our veterans, their families and our city. Aveteran cemetery for Orange County has been long overdue. Anaheim is honored to provide a final resting place for those who selflessly served our country. This veteran site will also offer families a special place for families to remember their loved ones. We are unwavering in our commitment to veterans, and, with this decision, continuing our path forward with the help of our county, state and other supporters. 91 Improvement Project Last month we launched safety measures at and around Canyon High School at Imperial Highway and Avenida Bernardo. Traffic lights now allow vehicles and kids through the area in cycles to better the safety of those walking and driving. All of this is to ensure safety for students as they're leaving school. The traffic light changes are only from 1:10-1:45 p.m. and 3:25-3:45 p.m. on school days, when students are leaving. Outside these hours, the signals operate as they always have. At times, vehicle traffic is briefly halted to allow kids to cross Imperial toward Bernardo. Vehicles are allowed to flow out of Canyon's parking lot onto Imperial (with north -south Imperial traffic briefly halted). Once students cross, traffic on Imperial resumes in all directions. The changes are the result of our city's effort to look at traffic safety concerns at Canyon and as part of our ongoing work to make our school routes safer. 91 Improvement Project * _ IMPROVEMENT PROJECT SR-57 to SR-55 ` We celebrated the start of bringing real change to all who rely on the 91 through eastern Anaheim. The 91 Improvement Project will improve a five -mile stretch from the 57 to the 55 freeways by adding lanes, bridges and other upgrades for commuters. Anyone who's tried to weave through merging 55 traffic just to exit at Lakeview knows the struggle is real! This project will also improve access to Angel Stadium of Anaheim, Honda Center, OCVbe, Anaheim Canyon and surrounding neighborhoods, creating better connections across Anaheim. While the road ahead will have its challenges and impacts, we're committed to making travel smoother and more efficient for the future. Think of this project as a vital link, paving the way for a more connected, easier commute in the years to come. Thanks to our partners at OCTA and Caltrans for investing in the future of our city. Basebal I for All We marked the grand reopening of the Big A Ballpark at Pioneer Park, a field that makes baseball accessible to all. We gathered to play at the newly restored field with the athletes of the Challenger and Miracle leagues, Angels great Jim Abbott, up and coming outfielder Kyren Paris and many others. It was a day of inspiring baseball for everyone. There is no holding anyone back from the crack of the bat to the thrill of running the bases at this field, which is open to all, no matter your ability. Thanks to Angels Baseball, the Angels Baseball Foundation, EVA Air and Anaheim Community Services for making this possible. Inspiring Love of Reading I joined the awesome kids of James Madison Elementary to celebrate their love of books and reading. Honoring Our Firefighters Anaheim Fire & Rescue, our city's firefighters, medical and other emergency responders, is proudly made up of more For Read Across America, a national day of reading, I got to sit with the kids and read "Be You!" a celebration of what makes every kid special and unique. Reading is so important for our students and our community. We're not just flipping through pages —we're opening doors to a world of knowledge, imagination, culture and endless discovery. Visit one of Anaheim's seven libraries to find your next favorite book at anaheim.nettlibrary. Check out my top book recommendations by clicking here! than 200 firefighters, paramedics and ambulance operators serving our community every day. I was honored to celebrate and honor the men and women recognized at Anaheim Fire & Rescue's badge pinning ceremony, where new rankings, academy graduates and exceptional service were acknowledged. We are proud of the bravery of our first responders as they deploy to fires, medical emergencies, traffic accidents and more. Earlier this year, our firefighters also provided their help and resources in aid of the devastating L.A. fires near Pasadena and Pacific Palisades. Anaheim Hyundai Grand Reopening We are bettering our economy and community as we joined to celebrate the grand reopening of Anaheim Hyundai! The dealership underwent an extensive renovation with an elegantly modern look that ups the game of our auto center alongside Honda Ce me r. I want to thank Chief Executive Armina Mgerian and Nouri Shaver Automotive Group for this investment in our city. Anaheim Hyundai is the leading seller of Hyundais in our region! Adopt Your Next Family Pet! Meet Jordan! She's a 4-year-old German Shepherd looking for her forever home. Jordan is a great cuddler and loves to hike! If you're seeking a pet, consider Jordan or one of the many cats, dogs and rabbits up for adoption through OC Animal Care, which serves Anaheim. Jordan is available at OC Animal Care's Santa Ana facility. Her pet ID: Al888147 See more at PetAdoption.00Petlnfo.com. Contact the office of Mayor Aitken bballinas@anaheim.net Connect on social media O D Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken 1 200 S. 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BREAKING Orange County NEWS Homelessness Spending In Southern California Under Federal Review "If we discover any federal laws were violated, we will make arrests," said U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli, a rising G.O.P. star from RivCo.... Read more Date: 4/8/2025 6:02:26 PM Front "Stephanie Mercadante" To: "Public Comment" publiccomment@anaheimnet Subject: [EXTERNAL] Regarding: Transparency, Accountability, and Anaheinfs Leadership 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. Mayor Aitken, I write to you today not as a casual observer but as a deeply concerned resident of Anaheim. Recent events —your open letter to Arte Moreno and Angels Baseball, as well as your statement on Harry Sidhu's sentencing —warrant critical reflection on the governance, transparency, and trustworthiness of Anaheim's leadership. Let's begin with your open letter to Arte Moreno. You highlight the importance of preserving Angels Baseball as part of Anaheim's identity. Yet, the vague and outdated lease terms you reference symbolize broaderfailures in accountability and oversight. While you evoke the greatness of Anaheim's baseball legacy, yourwords risk pandering to residents rather than addressing the systemic mismanagement that has plagued this city. Hundreds of thousands spent on legal disputes by prior councils reflect a pattern of neglect. This demands clear acknowledgment and meaningful change. Residents deserve answers about what went wrong, regardless of your stated reluctance to "relitigate the past." Your call for an open and honest conversation about Angels Baseball's future is commendable, but the past cannot be ignored. Transparency cannot be achieved through rhetoric alone. Anaheim deserves measurable outcomes, not anecdotes or vague promises. To many, this feels like the same game with different players —a continuation of patterns of corruption rather than a break from them. Turning to Harry Sidhu's sentencing, you claim Anaheim has led significant reforms, declaring it the most transparent city in Orange County, if not all of California. With respect, this assertion is deeply flawed. Transparency is built on consistent actions. However, residents face ongoing delays in accessing public records —a critical tool for accountability. Findings from the JL Group expose lingering secrecy and questionable alliances. The Angel Stadium debacle remains a vivid reminder of why public trust has eroded —secrecy and betrayal of resident interests cannot be dismissed with emptywords. Your assurance that "honest, open government" is being upheld rings hollow without demonstrable proof. Compliance with the Surplus Land Act is the bare minimum required by law, not a milestone to strive towards. While you emphasize investments in schools, parks, affordable housing, workforce training, and open space, an important question remains: With what funds are these investments possible? Anaheim's serious debt, driven by financial mismanagement, raises significant doubts about the feasibility of these promises. Without a clear plan to address liabilities and secure resources, these commitments risk being more rhetoric than reality. The residents of this city demand transparency that is proven, not proclaimed; reforms that are thorough and transformative, not superficial, and accountability that holds leadership to the highest standards of ethics and integrity. Thank you.