AHA - 2026/07/28ANAHEIM HOUSING AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 28, 2026
The Anaheim Housing Authority regular meeting of July 28, 2026 was called to order at
5:14 P.M. in the Council Chamber of Anaheim City Hall located at 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., in joint
session with the Anaheim City Council. The meeting notice, agenda, and related materials were
duly posted on July 23, 2026.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairperson Ashleigh E. Aitken and Authority Members Carlos A.
Leon, Ryan Balius, Norma Campos Kurtz, Kristen M. Maahs, and
Natalie Meeks.
MEMBER ABSENT. Council Member Natalie Rubalcava
STAFF PRESENT: Interim City Manager Greg Garcia, City Attorney Robert Fabela,
and Secretary Theresa Bass
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDAS:
No additions/deletions related to the Anaheim Housing Authority agenda.
PUBLIC COMMENTS all agenda items):
No in -person or electronic public comments were received related to the Housing Authority
agenda.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS:
Chairperson/Mayor Aitken recognized the Anaheim Police Department's recent Police Awards
Ceremony, thanked the department for the invitation to attend, and commended the officers who
were recognized for their outstanding service and contributions to the community.
Chairperson/Mayor Aitken thanked Interim City Manager Garcia for the invitation to participate
in the First Tee community program. She explained that the program offers low- and no -cost
golf lessons to kids in the community who would typically not have access to those programs.
She highlighted the community programs that the City champions and supports, and
encouraged the public to check out the program.
Authority Member/Council Member Maahs highlighted the ribbon cutting at Window World of
Orange County on July 141". She shared that the business was located on North State College
Boulevard, north of the 91 freeway. She added that the business is operated by a father and
daughter, and expressed appreciation for their investment in Anaheim. Authority
Member/Council Member Maahs thanked Teresa Rodriguez and the staff at the Miraloma
Family Resource Center for hosting a Splash Day. She thanked the prior Council for approving
the splash pad. She shared that there were hot dogs, water slides, popsicles, and water guns.
She highlighted the event for the children who live in the neighborhood and the memories made.
Authority Member/Council Member Maahs congratulated the Sunkist Library staff for hosting a
wonderful STEAM Fair. She highlighted the Summer Reading Program where the Public Works
Department and the Library collaborated. She shared that trash pickers were given to
participants and highlighted the opportunity for children to learn about big equipment in the City
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Vice-Chairperson/Mayor Pro Tern Leon shared that another season of the OC Fair Express at
ARTIC has begun. He shared that the Express makes it easier for Orange County families to
enjoy the OC Fair without the hassle of traffic and parking. He reported that the OC Fair
Express runs every Saturday and Sunday through August 16th with direct service to the
fairgrounds from six locations across Orange County, including ARTIC. He noted that buses
arrive every 30 minutes, with fares costing $2 each way for adults, while youth ages 18 and
under ride free through Orange County Transportation Authority's (OCTA) Youth Ride Free
program with a WAVE card. He encouraged the public to consider taking the OC Fair Express.
CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE:
Interim City Manager Garcia reported that the City and the Anaheim Public Library are
celebrating Chicano Heritage Month in August and invited the public to attend. He stated that
Chicano Heritage reflects the richness. of Mexican American identity through art, food, music,
and more. He shared that the libraries' will have various hands-on events and activities. He
encouraged the public to check out the newest books celebrating Chicano heritage, including
cultural cookbooks, personal essays; and powerful historical testimonies. He added that the
public can visit the City's website for additional information on the programs. Interim City
Manager Garcia announced the Police Department's National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4,
from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Juarez Park. He shared that theeventis an opportunity for residents
and Police to interact and continue building a sense of community. He noted that Anaheim
Police would put on demonstrations with the helicopter Angel and showcase motorcycles,
special operations equipment, police dogs, and horses. He encouraged the public to bring their
family, friends, and neighbors to enjoy live music, food trucks, and games. Interim City Manager
Garcia announced that Anaheim Public Utilities would be hosting an event on Saturday, August
8 at 9:30 a.m. at the new Sustainability Education Center. He added that people can learn about
different landscape design concepts and how to save water and lower bills by replacing grass
lawns with drought -tolerant gardens. He noted that the event was free, but RSVPs were
required due to limited spots. He encouraged the public to visit the City's website for additional
information.
At 6:41 P.M., Chairperson/Mayor Aitken recessed the Anaheim City Council to address the
Anaheim Housing Authority agenda.
CONSENT CALENDAR: At 6:41 P.M., the Consent Calendar was considered.
Authority Member Kurtz moved to approve the consent calendar as presented, in accordance
with reports, certifications, and recommendations furnished each Authority Member and as
listed on the consent calendar, seconded by Authority Member Meeks. ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES — 6 (Chairperson Aitken and Authority. Members Leon, Balius, Kurtz, Maahs, and Meeks);
NOES — 0; ABSENT — 1 (Authority Member Rubalcava). Motion carried.
AGR-16072 1. Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Keyser Marston Associates, Inc., in an
amount not to exceed $400,000, for on -call financial consulting services for an initial
three-year term beginning July 29, 2026, with two one-year optional renewals and
authorize the Executive Director of the Anaheim Housing Authority, or designee, to
execute and administer the agreement.
AHA177 2. Approve minutes of the Housing Authority meeting of June 23, 2026.
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ADJOURNMENT:
With no further business to conduct, without objection, Chairperson Aitken adjourned the
meeting of the Anaheim Housing Authority at 6:42 P.M.
ly submitted,
Thfesass, CMC
Se retary, Anaheim Housing Authority