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05-12-26_Action with CommentsANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL ACTION AGENDA MAY 12, 2026 CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY  ORDER OF BUSINESS: Public sessions of all regular meetings of the City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency/Housing Authority/Public Financing Authority/Housing and Public Improvements Authority begin at 5:00 P.M. Public hearings begin at 5:30 P.M. unless otherwise noted. Closed sessions begin at 3:00 P.M. or such other time as noted. Closed sessions may be preceded by one or more public workshops. If a workshop is scheduled, the subject and time of the workshop will appear on the agenda. Not all of the above agencies may be meeting on any given date. The agenda will specify which agencies are meeting. All meetings are in the Anaheim City Hall, Council Chamber, 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805 or such other location as noted. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2(a)(2), no action or discussion by the City Council shall be undertaken on any item not appearing on the posted agenda, except to briefly provide information, ask for clarification, provide direction to staff, or schedule a matter for a future meeting.  REPORTS: All agenda items and reports are available for review in the City Clerk’s Office and www.anaheim.net/councilagendas. Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda (other than writings legally exempt from public disclosure) are available at the Office of the City Clerk, located at 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., 2nd Floor, Anaheim, CA 92805 and by contacting the office by phone, 714-765-5166, or email to cityclerk@anaheim.net.  PUBLIC COMMENTS: There are two Public Comment periods with speakers having one opportunity to address the City Council, except for scheduled public hearing items. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless a different time limit is announced. The City uses speaker cards that must be submitted to the City Clerk in order to address the City Council. Prior to the business portion of the agenda, the City Council and all other related agencies meeting on such date will convene in joint session for the first Public Comment period where speakers will be permitted to speak on specific agenda item(s). This first Public Comment period is limited to 90 minutes or until all agenda item speakers have been heard, whichever is later. Any remaining time shall be provided to non-agenda item speakers until the 90 minute time limitation is exhausted. The second Public Comment period will be opened by the Mayor if any non-agenda item speakers were not called during the first Public Comment period. For public hearings, the Mayor or Chairperson will separately call for testimony at the time of each public hearing. Testimony during public hearings is subject to the following time limits: Project applicant or issue initiator: twenty minutes for initial presentation and ten minutes for rebuttal; Residents within the noticed area of the subject property: ten minutes; All other members of the public: three minutes. Public hearings regarding legislative matters: five minutes. The Mayor or Chairperson may limit the length of comments during public hearings due to the number of persons wishing to speak or if comments become repetitious or irrelevant. Speakers shall refrain from profane language and other disruptive remarks or behavior which disrupts or disturbs the meeting, or risk being removed (AMC 1.12.017). Additionally, members of the public may correspond with the City Council and all other related agencies, on any agenda items or matters within the jurisdiction of such governing bodies, by submitting comments electronically for City Council consideration by sending them to publiccomment@anaheim.net. To ensure distribution to the City Council prior to consideration of the agenda, please submit comments at least 2 hours prior to the scheduled start time of the meeting. Those comments, as well as any comments received after that time, will be distributed to the City Council, posted on the City’s website, and will be made part of the official public record of the meeting. Current and archived public comments are available at www.anaheim.net/publiccomment. Contact the City Clerk’s Office at 714-765-5166 or cityclerk@anaheim.net with any questions.  ADDITIONS/DELETIONS: Items of business may be added to the agenda upon a motion adopted by a minimum 2/3 vote finding that there is a need to take immediate action and that the need for action came to the attention of the City or Agency subsequent to the agenda being posted. Items may be deleted from the agenda upon request of staff or upon action of the Council or Agency.  CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items will be acted on by one roll call vote unless a member(s) requests an item(s) be discussed and/or removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action.  SERVICIOS DE TRADUCCION (TRANSLATION SERVICES: SEE LAST PAGE OF AGENDA FOR DESCRIPTION IN ENGLISH): La ciudad provee servicios de interpretación al español en las juntas del Consejo. La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera que desee dirigirse al Ayuntamiento, declarando su petición en el podio. No tiene que usar los servicios de interpretación de la Ciudad; las personas pueden proveer su propio intérprete, si lo desean. Debido a que existen muchos dialectos y regionalismos, la Ciudad no puede garantizar que los intérpretes puedan traducir a un dialecto o regionalismo en particular y rehúsa cualquier responsabilidad que surja de tales servicios. Para servicios de interpretación en otros idiomas, comuníquese con la oficina de la Ciudad (City Clerk), cuando menos 48 horas antes de la junta programada. Ashleigh E. Aitken Mayor Carlos A. Leon Mayor Pro Tem District 2 Ryan Balius Council Member District 1 Natalie Rubalcava Council Member District 3 Norma Campos Kurtz Council Member District 4 Kristen M. Maahs Council Member District 5 Natalie Meeks Council Member District 6 200 S. Anaheim Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 Tel: (714) 765-5166 Fax (714) 765-4105 www.anaheim.net 2 May 12, 2026 ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA MAY 12, 2026 4:00 P.M. Call to order the Anaheim City Council. 4:00 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Aitken and Council Members Leon, Balius, Rubalcava, Kurtz, and Meeks. Council Member Maahs joined the meeting during Closed Session. 4:00 P.M. - CLOSED SESSION ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION: None PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS: None Recess to closed session. 4:00 p.m. 1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Subdivision (a) of Section 54957.6 of the California Government Code) Agency Designated Representative: Linda Andal, Human Resources Director Name of Employee Organizations: Anaheim Municipal Employees Association, Police Cadet Unit 2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Subdivision (a) of Section 54957.6 of the California Government Code) Agency Designated Representative: Linda Andal, Human Resources Director Name of Employee Organizations: Service Employees’ International Union, United Service Workers West Reconvene the Anaheim City Council. 5:00 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Aitken and Council Members Leon, Balius, Rubalcava, Kurtz, Maahs, and Meeks. 5:00 P.M. 5:00 p.m. INVOCATION: Reverend Jessica Strysko, Anaheim United Methodist Church FLAG SALUTE: Council Member Natalie Meeks PRESENTATIONS: Recognizing Steve Carroll, the Anaheim Ducks broadcaster, who is retiring after a 50-year career (27 seasons with the Ducks) Received by Steve Carroll Recognizing Canyon High School’s Connor Shim who has been named a semifinalist in the Music Center’s 38th Annual Spotlight Program Received by Connor Shim 3 May 12, 2026 Recognizing the Anaheim Police Department for participating in the 2026 Baker 2 Vegas Challenge Cup Relay receiving First place in their category and Fifth place overall Received by Chief of Police Manny Cid and the Anaheim Police Department 2026 Baker 2 Vegas Team ACCEPTANCE OF OTHER RECOGNITIONS (To be presented at a later date): Recognizing April 28, 2026, as Workers’ Memorial Day Accepted by Albert Munoz with SMART Local Union 170 Sheet Metal Workers Recognizing May 16, 2026, as Kids to Parks Day Recognizing May 22, 2026, as Harvey Milk Day Recognizing May 11 – 17, 2026, as Bike to Work Week Recognizing May 17 – 23, 2026, as National Public Works Week Recognizing May 2026, as Building Safety Month Accepted by Planning and Building Director Heather Allen and Building Official Scott Beery Recognizing May 2026, as Mental Health Awareness Month Recognizing May 2026, as National Cities, Towns, and Villages Month Call to order the Anaheim Housing Authority (in joint session with the City Council). 5:27 p.m. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDAS: None PUBLIC COMMENTS (all agenda items): Twenty-eight (28) in-person speakers; City Clerk Theresa Bass reported eight (8) public comments were received electronically prior to 3:00 p.m. (Total of seventeen (17) public comments received via email). Public Comments Submitted – May 12, 2026 City Council Meeting (limited to 90 minutes, or until all agenda item speakers have been heard; any time remaining shall be provided to non-agenda item speakers) COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS: Council Member Maahs highlighted a new exhibit, “Concrete Wave” at Muzeo beginning April 25 through July 12, regarding the history of Vans and skateboarding history in Anaheim. She shared that in 1966, Paul Van Doren opened a small shoe factory at 704 East Broadway in Anaheim, which transformed into a cultural revolution. She noted that the exhibit celebrates Vans’ 60th Anniversary as the gateway to exploring Anaheim’s pivotal role in skateboarding, youth culture, and creative rebellion from local skate parks to a global phenomenon. She thanked Kelly from Muzeo, Catherine Acosta with Vans, and Jim Fitzpatrick and Todd Hubert with the Skateboarding Hall of Fame. She highlighted a photo at the opening of the Concrete Wave skate park and attendance by the Council at the time. Council Member Maahs announced that on Friday, May 22nd, at Zion Lutheran Church, there would be a book discussion about automation and Disneyland by the Anaheim Historical Society with assistance from Heritage Services Manager Jane Newell. She stated that the event would be from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Council Member Maahs announced that on Saturday, May 23rd from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., former Anaheim Police Officer Rick Martinez would be at the Sunkist Branch Library to share early Anaheim Police Department history. She 4 May 12, 2026 congratulated and thanked the Community Services Department for hosting the well-attended Eco Fun Fair at Oak Canyon Nature Center on Saturday, May 9th. Mayor Pro Tem Leon highlighted Parks Manager JJ Jimenez and the Parks team for improvements at Chaparral Park and ongoing improvements at Circle Park. He shared that he visited Magnolia High School and Loara High School to recognize seniors. He expressed appreciation for the warm welcome from the school administration, parents, and students. He highlighted the recognition of the Magnolia High School Sentinel of the Year and distinguished Loara High School volunteers who are graduating. Mayor Pro Tem Leon thanked Chris Wartnaby, Jared Martinez, and Public Utilities General Manager Dukku Lee for quickly addressing a request to replace outdated banners for a year-end celebration. Mayor Pro Tem Leon highlighted Scott Davis, head custodian at Walt Disney Elementary School, and former custodian at Maxwell Elementary, for his retirement after 40 years of service to the Magnolia School District. He shared that Mr. Davis was a student of the Magnolia School District and returned to work for the District. He thanked Mr. Davis, his family, and the entire Maxwell Elementary and Magnolia School District. Mayor Pro Tem Leon congratulated the graduating Class of 2026 from Savanna High School, Gilbert High School, Magnolia High School, Servite High School, and Loara High School. He expressed support for the Anaheim Ducks during Game 5 of the Playoffs. Council Member Rubalcava highlighted the City’s continued focus on housing initiatives, including First- Time Homebuyer programs and housing assistance to those in the City. She recognized staff’s work, in collaboration with LINC Housing, to convert the Motel 6 off Harbor and the 91 freeway into permanent supportive housing. She reported that there are 87 units for individuals along with on-site supportive services, a community garden, and additional resources. She shared that herself, Mayor Aitken, and Council Member Balius met with residents and participated in a ribbon-cutting. She thanked Director of Housing and Community Development Grace Ruiz-Stepter and the Department for their efforts and expanding housing opportunities throughout Anaheim for all socio-economic backgrounds. Council Member Rubalcava recognized Loara Elementary School fifth-grade teacher Mrs. Saldivar for being recognized as an Orange County Teacher of the Year finalist. She noted that she oversees the dual-immersion program for the fifth-grade class, adding that the dual-immersion program in Anaheim is award-winning. Council Member Rubalcava reported a massive enforcement effort on April 23rd by the Anaheim Police Department Gang Enforcement Unit, in collaboration with the Orange County Violent Gang Task Force and other federal, state, and local agencies. She shared that two warrants were served on District 3 households. She thanked Chief Cid, Gang Enforcement Team, and law enforcement partners for continuing to ensure that the City’s streets are safe. Council Member Rubalcava shared that she would be collaborating with the Anaheim High School Alumni Association to provide $5,000 scholarships to students who have attended Anaheim High School, reside in District 3, or recent graduates. She reported that the deadline to submit is May 15th and recipients would be announced the following week at Anaheim High School. Council Member Rubalcava requested to adjourn the meeting in memory of Richard “Dick” LaRochelle, Anaheim High School graduate, former City of Anaheim employee, and father of recently retired Police Department Lieutenant LaRochelle. She shared that he was a dedicated public servant of 30 years, serving in Public Works, Forensics, and Code Enforcement. She added that he worked tirelessly to keep Anaheim beautiful through graffiti abatement, alley cleanups, and community efforts with Anaheim Beautiful and the Kiwanis Club. She shared that he served the county with two tours in Vietnam aboard the USS Virgo and as a reserve policeman for the Placentia and Brea Police Departments. She highlighted his work ethic, patriotism, and commitment to others. Council Member Balius announced the District 1 Open House meeting on June 3rd would be held at the Haskett Library from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Mayor Aitken thanked the McDonald family, owners and operators of the McDonald’s restaurant located across from Disneyland Park, for inviting her to tour the restaurant. She shared that they hire local high school students part-time. She added that the General Manager began working at the restaurant decades prior, and highlighted the staff who love the family and the job. Mayor Aitken shared her 5 May 12, 2026 attendance at the ribbon-cutting for the Azure Housing Facility, located at the former Motel Six. She highlighted the Housing and Community Development Department for expanding housing opportunities in the City. Mayor Aitken announced she would be adjourning the meeting in memory of Mary Hirahara, a lifelong community volunteer who dedicated her time to enriching the lives of people in Anaheim and Orange County. She shared that Mary worked to preserve Japanese American history, including the impact of Japanese internment during World War II, for future generations and her legacy of service and philanthropy would continue to inspire all who knew her. She expressed her condolences to her family. CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE: Interim City Manager Garcia shared that the Public Works Department partnered with the Anaheim Union High School District to help Anaheim students gain real-world experience. Students of varying abilities visited the City’s Public Works yard to see what sort of public service careers might be open to them in the future. The program was a meaningful way for City staff to engage with Anaheim students and teach them how to do tasks that employees do to help grow their capabilities and confidence as they plan for their futures. He thanked the Public Works team and the school district for making the program a success. Interim City Manager Garcia congratulated the Housing team for the Azure project and for working tirelessly to add new units all over Anaheim for those who need them. He encouraged attendance at the upcoming district community meetings in June and shared that information regarding the meetings is available on the City’s website. Information regarding the budget will be provided to the community during the community meetings as well as the Budget Workshop on June 9th. Recess the Anaheim City Council. 7:08 p.m. 5:00 P.M. - HOUSING AUTHORITY 7:08 p.m. MOTION: NM/NK to adopt the consent calendar as presented. ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. CONSENT CALENDAR: 1. Approve a Lease Agreement with Long Beach Arts District LLC, for monthly rent in the amount of $2,000 including a 3% annual escalator, to provide temporary valet and employee parking for the Anaheim Packing District, for a term commencing upon approval of the Housing Authority Governing Board and terminating after five (5) years, and authorize the Executive Director, or designee, to execute and implement the agreement, including the administrative approval of modifications necessary to reflect the formation and final legal name of a new entity wholly owned and operated by the principal members of the LAB Holding group established for purposes of managing the Lease Agreement, subject to approval as to form by legal counsel [145 W. Santa Ana Street]. 2. Approve minutes of the Housing Authority meetings of January 27, 2026 (revised) and March 24, 2026. Adjourn the Anaheim Housing Authority. 7:09 p.m. Reconvene the Anaheim City Council. 7:09 p.m. 6 May 12, 2026 5:00 P.M. - CITY COUNCIL 7:09 p.m. Items pulled for discussion: Council Member Maahs: Item No. 12 MOTION: CL/NK to waive reading of the ordinance and resolutions and adopt the balance of the consent calendar as presented. ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. CONSENT CALENDAR: 7:09 p.m. 3. Approve certificates recognizing District 5 resident Nathan Enriquez for his Mater Dei Varsity Soccer accomplishments; and South Junior High School Leadership for their 2026 Civic Learning Award of Excellence. 4. Receive and file, with the possibility of discussion, the list of Professional Services Agreements authorized by the City Manager for April 2026. 5. Approve Master Agreement Contract No. 106-499121 with Sage Environmental Group LLC, in an annual amount not to exceed $228,000, for a cumulative contract amount not to exceed $1,140,000 plus a 15% contingency, for as-needed fire prevention and habitat restoration services using goats in various locations for a one year period with four one-year optional renewals; and authorize the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute all necessary contractual documents and exercise the renewal options, in accordance with Bid No. 9890. 6. Approve Master Agreement Contract No. 106-499037 with Siemens Industry, Inc., in the amount of $1,093,192 plus a 20% contingency, for central monitoring of fire and burglar alarms, as well as testing and inspection services for security and fire life safety systems, effective upon execution through May 31, 2029 with three one-year optional renewals for a total cumulative contract amount not to exceed $2,347,277.19 over the potential six-year period, plus a 20% contingency; and authorize the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute all necessary contractual documents and to exercise any renewal options, in accordance with the terms of Sourcewell Cooperative Contract 121024-SIE, which includes the option for up to three one-year additional extensions beyond the original three-year term. 7. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, GRBCON, Inc., in the amount of $498,588, for the Magnolia Avenue and Broadway Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project; authorize the Director of Public Works to execute the contract and related documents and to take the necessary actions to implement and administer the contract; determine the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Class 3, Section 15303 (d) (New Construction) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; and authorize the Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions. 8. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, S&H Civilworks, in the amount of $210,350, for the Street Improvements at the southwest corner of the Santa Ana Canyon Road & Royal Oak Road Intersection Project; authorize the Director of Public Works to execute the contract and related documents and to take the necessary actions to implement and administer the contract; determine that the project is categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Class 1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of Title 14 of the California Code of 7 May 12, 2026 Regulations; and authorize the Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions. 9. Determine that the proposal submitted by Liftech Elevator Services, LLC is the most advantageous to the City; award a Design-Build Agreement, in substantial form, to Liftech Elevator Services, LLC, in the amount of $3,445,337.50 inclusive of a 10% contingency, to design and construct the Anaheim West Tower Elevator Modernization Project; waive any irregularities in any of the proposal documents; authorize the Director of Public Works to execute the Design-Build Agreement and related documents and to take such actions as are necessary, required, or advisable to implement and administer the Design-Build Agreement; determine that the project and any related construction activities associated therewith are exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Sections 15301(b), 15302(c), 15303(d), 15303(e), and 15304 of the California Code of Regulations; authorize de minimis changes to the Design-Build Agreement that do not substantially change the terms and conditions of the agreement, as determined by the City Attorney’s Office; and authorize the Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions in accordance with Public Contract Code Section 22300. 10. Approve Master Agreements for Arterial Street Maintenance and Construction, in substantial form, with three contractors and such other contractors pre-qualified by the City in the future during the term of the Master Agreement, each in an amount not to exceed $5,000,000 per work order package, with a limit per contractor of $10,000,000 in total awards during each fiscal year of the agreement term; each for a two year period with up to two two-year optional renewals; authorize the Public Works Director, to execute the Master Agreements and for the Public Works Director, or designee, to take the necessary actions to implement and administer the Master Agreements; determine that the projects to be performed under the Master Agreements shall be categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Sections 15301 and 15302 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; and authorize de minimis changes that do not substantially change the terms and conditions of the Master Agreement, as determined by the City Attorney’s Office [Hardy & Harper, Inc.; Onyx Paving Company, Inc.; and R.J. Noble Company]. 11. Approve an Agreement with Cho Design Associates, Inc., in the amount of $68,088 plus a 15% contingency for a total amount not to exceed amount of $78,301.20, to provide engineering design services related to the Anaheim West Tower Window Project; and authorize the Director of Public Works, or designee, to execute the agreement and related documents, and to take the necessary actions to implement and administer the agreement. 12. Approve Cooperative Agreement No. 12-0876, in substantial form, with Caltrans for design (plans, specifications, and estimates) services for the Northbound SR-57 Off-Ramp to Katella Avenue and the Southbound SR-57 Off-Ramp to Ball Road as part of the proposed ocV!BE development project; approve Cooperative Agreement No. 12-0877, in substantial form, with Caltrans, in the amount of $225,000, for right-of-way services for the Northbound SR-57 Off-Ramp to Katella Avenue and the Southbound SR-57 Off-Ramp to Ball Road as part of the proposed ocV!BE development project; authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the agreements and to take the necessary actions to implement and administer the agreements, including any extensions; and authorize de minimis changes that do not substantially change the terms and conditions of the agreements, as determined by the City Attorney’s Office [costs reimbursed by ocV!BE developer, Anaheim Real Estate Partners, LLC from a Public Works Developer Trust Account]. Item No. 12 Discussion. MOTION: KM/CL ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. 8 May 12, 2026 13. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement with KPMG, LLP to perform the annual financial audit of the City for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, 2027 and 2028, in amounts not to exceed $797,700, $820,000, and $850,000, respectively, with two one-year optional renewals in amounts not to exceed $875,000 and $900,000, respectively, for a cumulative amendment amount of $4,242,700, authorize the Finance Director/City Treasurer to execute the amendment and authorize de minimis changes that do not substantially change the terms and conditions of the agreement, so long as such changes are determined to be de minimis by the City Attorney’s Office. 14. Approve an agreement with Qlogic LLC, in an amount not to exceed $174,750 plus a 10% contingency for as-needed services, to develop and maintain an energy and water educational website for a term of five years; authorize the Public Utilities General Manager, or designees, to execute the agreement and related documents, including any cost-neutral amendments, assignments, and any documents contemplated by the agreement, and to take the necessary actions to implement, fund, and administer the agreement. 15. Approve an agreement with Prehospital Med LLC, in an amount not to exceed $265,000, to provide Medical Director services to Anaheim Fire & Rescue, for a three year term with two one-year optional terms; and authorize the City Manager, or designees, to execute the agreement and any related documents, including any cost-neutral amendments and any documents contemplated by the agreement, and to take such necessary or advisable actions to implement, fund, and administer the agreement. 16. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-042 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Director of Public Works or designee to submit an application to the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) for funds for the Environmental Cleanup, Tier 1 Grant Program under Orange County Local Transportation Ordinance No. 3 for the Stormwater Catch Basin Installation Project Phase 7 and if awarded, authorizing the acceptance of such grant funds on behalf of the City and amending the budget for fiscal year accordingly and determine that these actions are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Guideline Section 15303 [grant funds in the amount of $598,950 with local matching funds of $149,738]. 17. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-043 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM ratifying and approving the actions of the Anaheim Director of Housing and Community Development, or designee, in submitting a grant application on behalf of the City of Anaheim to California Volunteers for the Youth Service Corps Initiative, and accepting such grant funds on behalf of the City of Anaheim and determining that these actions are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Guideline Sections 15061(b)(3) and 15306. Increase the budget accordingly in the Housing and Community Development’s Workforce Development Grants Fund by the awarded amount of $1,601,173. 18. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-044 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM initiating proceedings for the annual levy of assessments in, and accepting an Assessment Engineer’s Report for the Anaheim Resort Maintenance District [Fiscal Year 2026-27]. 9 May 12, 2026 RESOLUTION NO. 2026-045 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM declaring its intention to provide for an annual levy and collection of assessments in the Anaheim Resort Maintenance District, and setting a time and place for public hearing thereon [Fiscal Year 2026-27; Public Hearing scheduled for Council meeting of June 23, 2026]. 19. ORDINANCE NO. 6626 (INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Chapter 10.18 (Water Conservation and Water shortage Contingency Rules and Regulations) of the Anaheim Municipal Code to update water shortage response processes and water conservation requirements, and determining that such action is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to California Water Code Section 10652 [includes determination that the Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2)-(3) and 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines (Title 14, Division 6, Chapter 3 of the California Code of Regulations) as the Ordinance does not constitute a “project” within the meaning of CEQA Guidelines section 15378 and will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment]. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-046 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting the 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan and determining that such action is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to California Water Code Section 10652. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-047 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and determining that such action is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to California Water Code Section 10652. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-048 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM rescinding Resolution No. 2023-065, which ordered the implementation of Water Reduction Plan I; declaring a shortage category of conservation awareness; and determining that such actions are not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to California Water Code Section 10652. 20. Approve minutes of the City Council meeting of February 24, 2026. BUSINESS CALENDAR: 7:11 p.m. 21. Select an executive search firm to conduct the recruitment for the position of the City Manager and approve and authorize the Human Resources Director to negotiate and enter into an agreement with the selected firm, and any related amendments, in a total amount not to exceed $75,000, for costs associated with the contract and any contingencies that may arise from the recruitment. Item No. 21 Discussion. Pursuant to Government Code Section 1091.5, Director of Human Resources Linda Andal reported she is one of seven Agency members of the board of directors of CPS, a joint powers authority, which under California law is deemed a public entity. Anaheim has been a Member Agency of the JPA since May 2003 and she serves solely as the City’s 10 May 12, 2026 representative. She stated she does not receive any compensation for this role, other than reimbursement for required travel expenses, as permitted by law and CPS Bylaws. The board has no authority, involvement or role related to procurement or award of public contracts for the JPA. MOTION: AA/CL to approve and authorize the Human Resources Director to negotiate and enter into an agreement with CPS HR, and any related amendments, in a total amount not to exceed $75,000, for costs associated with the contract and any contingencies that may arise from the recruitment. ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. 22. Review the draft Anaheim Economic Development Strategic Plan for 2026-2031 and provide staff with direction as necessary. Item No. 22 Discussion. MOTION: NR/RB to continue the item to the June 9th Council meeting. ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. 23. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-049 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM opposing the California High-Speed Rail Authority’s proposal to establish Tax Increment Financing districts. Item No. 23 Discussion. MOTION: RB/NM, approved as amended to update the recital to state “letters of opposition” and include a recital expressing the City’s support of the High Speed Rail project. ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. 24. Receive presentation on Senate Bill (SB) 707 (2025) regarding changes to the Ralph M. Brown Act (Brown Act). RESOLUTION NO. 2026-050 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM establishing Council Policy No. 1.14 regarding the City’s policy in response to telephonic or internet service disruption during public meeting. (Council Policy No. 1.14 amended to clarify disruption to “City” services) RESOLUTION NO. 2026-051 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM establishing Council Policy No. 1.15 establishing a public posting board for publicly translated agendas. (Council Policy No. 1.15 amended Section C. to read removal of agendas on the day following the Council meeting) RESOLUTION NO. 2026-052 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM determining reasonable efforts to encourage public participation in meetings pursuant to Government Code § 54953.4. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-053 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending and restating the procedures and rules of order for the conduct of City Council meetings. Provide additional direction or feedback to staff regarding meeting procedures, as desired. Item No. 24 Discussion. MOTION: NM/NR approved, as amended. ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. 11 May 12, 2026 REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS: None PUBLIC COMMENTS (non-agenda items): None (opened only if any remaining non-agenda speakers were not called to speak during the first Public Comment period) COUNCIL AGENDA SETTING: Council Member Meeks requested a recognition for the Quick Track Club for reaching the National Track and Field Championships. ADJOURNMENT: 9:36 p.m. in memory of Richard “Dick” LaRochelle and Mary Hirahara. Next regular City Council meeting is scheduled for June 9, 2026. All agenda items and reports are available for review in the City Clerk’s Office and www.anaheim.net/councilagendas, and the Central Library. Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda (other than writings legally exempt from public disclosure) will be available at the Office of the City Clerk, located at 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., 2nd Floor, Anaheim, CA 92805 during regular business hours and by contacting the office by phone, 714-765-5166, or email to cityclerk@anaheim.net. If requested, the agenda and backup materials will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. Any person who requires a disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, in order to participate in the public meeting may request such reasonable modification, accommodation, aid, or service by contacting the City Clerk’s Office either in person at 200 South Anaheim Boulevard, Anaheim, California, by telephone at (714) 765-5166, or via email to cityclerk@anaheim.net, no later than 72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting. 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