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Sister City 2026/04/27CITY OF ANAHEIM SISTER CITY COMMISSION MINUTES April 27, 2026 — 4:00 p.m. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Lori Dinwiddie, Alicia Valadez-Gonzalez, Kevin Barrot, Sandra Song, Simin Heydari, David Bracey, Monika Sargent, Susan Klaren-Hatzenbuhler, Anthony Al -Jamie Joseph Aihara, James Dinwiddie COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Chiarina Piazza, Jennifer Sasai STAFF PRESENT: Kimberly Kelemen — Community Services Superintendent GUEST PRESENT: N/A Agenda Posting: A complete copy of the Anaheim Sister City Commission Agenda was posted on Thursday, April 22, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Anaheim City Hall. I. CALL TO ORDER Chair Lori Dinwiddie called the Anaheim Sister City Commission (ASCC) meeting to order at 4:05 p.m. on Monday, April 27, 2026. II. FLAG SALUTE Led by Commissioner James Dinwiddie. III. PUBLIC COMMENT N/A IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION: Commissioner Susan Klaren-Hatzenbuhler offered a Motion, seconded by Treasurer Simin Heydari AND MOTION CARRIED (Vote: 12-0; ABSENT: Chiarina Piazza, Jennifer Sasai, and (One Vacant Seat) that the Anaheim Sister City Commission does hereby approve the minutes from the ASCC meeting held on January 26, 2026, as presented. Anaheim Sister City Commission April 27, 2026 Page 2 V. APPROVAL OF TREASURER'S REPORT MOTION: No changes since last meeting. VI. APPROVAL OF MOVING JUNE 22, 2026, MEETING TO JUNE 29, 2026: Commissioner James Dinwiddie offered a Motion, seconded by Commissioner Susan Klaren-Hatzenbuhler AND MOTION CARRIED (Vote: 12-0; ABSENT: Chiarina Piazza, Jennifer Sasai, and (One Vacant Seat) that the Anaheim Sister City Commission does hereby approve the updated June 29, 2026 meeting date as presented. VH. STUDENT EXCHANGE CALENDAR Staff Member Kimberly Kelemen reported that student training sessions are ready to be scheduled and will consist of four 2-hour courses. Once availability is confirmed, the training schedule will be distributed to the commissioners. Student Exchange Calendar Outbound - June 19 — July 2, 2026 Inbound — August 14 — August 26, 2026 Staff Kimberly Kelemen requested the Commission to begin planning the inbound Itinerary schedule and potential visit locations. Commissioner James Dinwiddie volunteered to assist with scheduling. VIII. DISCUSS CHAPERONE SELECTION IX. Staff Member Kimberly Kelemen distributed the applications for the two chaperone candidates. The City will appoint one City employee annually to serve as a chaperone; this year's representative will be Nikki Sanduski from the Community Services Department. The Commission reviewed the remaining applicants, Alyssa Davis and Ron Hoshi, and discussed selecting one additional chaperone to accompany the City representative. After a vote from commissioners present they decided to go with Mr. Hoshi. Ron Hoshi — 7 votes Alyssa Davis — 5 Votes Ron Hoshi will be the second chaperone. X. FUNDRAISING EFFORTS/LETTER TO BUSINESSES Chair Lori Dinwiddie requested updates to the Sister City Commission letterhead to reflect current commissioner names. The fundraising letter has been revised and is pending approval by the new ACF Director. Chair Lori Dinwiddie discussed she will also assist student ambassador Saul with fundraising outreach and donor contacts. Anaheim Sister City Commission April 27, 2026 Page 3 XI. ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION UPDATES/TO-DO'S: Commission Secretary Karen Harrell provided an update on behalf of Interim City Manager Greg Garcia regarding the upcoming Sister City Anniversary celebration scheduled for November 16-17, 2026. Planned activities include a reception and recognition at the November 16 City Council Meeting and a visit to Disneyland Park on November 17. The Commission discussed potential commemorative gift ideas, including artwork or a statue. Anniversary Celebration Subcommittee members are Commissioners Deana Helmy, David Bracey, and Susan Klaren-Hatzenbuhler. XII. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Commissioner Joseph Aihara inquired about chaperone hotel and travel expenses. Staff Member Kimberly Kelemen will confirm funding details with Interim City Manager Greg Garcia. Simin Heydari noted that the City covered inbound chaperone expenses last year. Vice -Chair Anthony Al -Jaime recommended purchasing airfare promptly due to rising costs. Commissioner Susan Klaren-Hatzenbuhler suggested putting out a flyer at the schools of those students that were chosen to fundraise towards their trip. As for the businesses they reach out to, helping them in return and recognizing them for donating. XIH. STAFF COMMENTS Staff member Kimberly Kelemen thanked the commission for their help and continues to encourage any and all ideas for the upcoming anniversary celebration in November. XIV. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 5:05 p.m. to Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.