2012/02/28i
ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
OF FEBRUARY 28, 2012 AND REGULAR MEETING
OF FEBRUARY 28, 2012
The February 28, 2012 special meeting of the Anaheim City Council was called to order at 2:38
P.M. by Mayor Tom Tait in the Chambers of Anaheim City Hall located at 200 South Anaheim
Boulevard.
PRESENT: Mayor Tom Tait, Council Members Gail Eastman, Lorri Galloway, Kris Murray and
Harry Sidhu
STAFF PRESENT: Acting City Manager Bob Wingenroth, City Attorney Cristina Talley, and
City Clerk Linda Andal
ADDITIONS /DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS: None
The City Council recessed to closed session for consideration of the following items:
CLOSED SESSION:
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT
(Section 54957 of the Government Code)
Title: City Manager
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Subdivision (a) of Section 54957.6 of the Government Code)
Agency designated representative: Kristine Ridge
Name of employee organizations: Anaheim Police Management Association,
Anaheim Fire Association and Teamsters Local 952
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION:
Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Government Code Section
54956.9: Approximately 35 potential cases
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION:
(Subdivision (a) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code)
Name of Case: Joana Terriquez v. City of Anaheim et al., OCSC Case No. 30 -2009-
00124750
5. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
(Section 54957 (b)(1) of the Government Code)
Title: Acting City Manager
6. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section
54956.9(b): one potential case
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At 5:22 P.M., City Council returned from closed session to consider the regular City Council
meeting for February 28, 2012.
INVOCATION: Pastor Roger Stalhut, Calvary Chapel Open Door
FLAG SALUTE: Council Member Harry Sidhu
PRESENTATIONS: Recognizing the 2011 Eagle Scouts of the City of Anaheim
Mr. Dinh Van Thai, Orange County Council, Boy Scouts of America, announced the Orange
County chapter ranked as one of the top 10 Boy Scout councils in the nation, and thanked
Anaheim for honoring ten scouts achieving the highest rank of Eagle Scout. He then introduced
those 10 recipients.
ACCEPTANCE OF OTHER RECOGNITIONS (To be presented at a later date):
Recognizing Republic Services on the dedication of their new
state -of- the -art Materials Recovery Facility and Eco Center
Rick Collete thanked Anaheim for recognizing Republic Services new state -of -the art Materials
Recovery Facility and Eco Center and their continued partnership with the city of Anaheim to
maintain compliance with new state mandates for increased waste diversion of 75 percent by
year 2020.
ADDITIONS /DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS (all agenda items, except public hearing):
John Carr, In God We Trust non - profit organization, encouraged Anaheim to join other Orange
County cities in displaying the national motto in council chambers, asking that the request be
considered on a future agenda.
William Fitzgerald, Anaheim Home, stated his opposing viewpoints regarding the recent
approval of a hotel developer incentive agreement.
Cathy Woodard, Orange County Heritage Council, announced the cultural fair and parade
celebrating the 20 anniversary of Black History month had exceeded expectations, thanked the
members of staff for their support and looked forward to next year's event.
An unidentified female cited cases of excessive lethal force by Anaheim police officers and
recommended an independent investigation with full transparency be conducted regarding
complaints filed against these officers.
Another unidentified female lady urged Council to order an independent investigation to hold
officers involved in excessive force to be held accountable.
Larry Larson, addressing the recent hotel developer subsidy agreement, urged Council to
support a ballot initiative and allow the Anaheim electorate to vote for or against the matter.
John Leos, encouraged Council to allow the voters to consider the hotel subsidy agreement and
if approved by the voters, it would then go forward.
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Kathleen Heard, Classified School Employees union, protested the hotel subsidy agreement
when City services, such as the delayed Ponderosa library opening, suffered the impact of
Anaheim's financial problems.
Dr. William Hartley, Anaheim University president, announced the online university offered high
quality academics with leading experts through face -to -face webcam classes, a sustainable and
socially responsible institution. In keeping with President Obama's challenge to reduce
university tuitions by 50 percent by year 2020, Dr. Hartley remarked Anaheim University tuition
would decrease by 20 percent in June 2012.
Valda Judd, Administrative Director, stated Anaheim University had gained accreditation in 2009
and offered online masters degrees and certificate programs in English teacher training,
sustainable management as well as doctoral and undergraduate programs.
David Bracey, Director of Development, remarked that until Anaheim University achieved
accreditation, its programs were promoted in Asia receiving strong support from Japan's top
leaders and its MBA (international business program) was ranked #1 for two years in Japan.
The film school also received endorsements from Akira Kurosawa, George Lucas, and Steven
Spielberg, with Mr. Bracey emphasizing this was an institution in which Anaheim could take
pride.
Tracy Patterson, resident, remarked that residents had voted on increasing the Transient
Occupancy Tax (TOT) some years ago and should have an opportunity to vote on the TOT
deferment outlined in the incentive agreement recently approved. She requested Council to
reconsider and allow the residents an opportunity to vote on this concept.
Michael Baker, Boys and Girls Club, announced the March 24 gala to be held at the Grand
Californian Hotel, a fundraiser which helped support the Motel Outreach Program.
Victoria de Gomez, resident, voiced her opposition to the hotel subsidy agreement and the
resulting impacts of the city council's approval.
William Grisolia, resident, understood the hotel subsidy agreement did not require a public
hearing, however, in his opinion, due to the size of potential revenue involved, it warranted
public comment. He urged Council to consider this point when similar future matters were
considered.
Jose Moreno, resident, objected to the hotel tax incentive when transient occupancy taxes were
needed to fund so many city services.
David Diaz, resident, promoted the Anaheim Historical Outdoor Antique Flea Market, to be held
on Sunday, March 25 th , in the downtown Center Street promenade area. He added the flea
market was scheduled for the 4th Sunday of each month and invited the community to attend.
Martin Lopez, resident/Unite Here Local 11, opposed the hotel subsidy agreement, asking that
Anaheim voters have an opportunity to vote on this issue.
Lillian Forey, resident, also opposed the addition of a luxury hotel, stating the subsidy
agreement would set a precedent for the remaining large hotels.
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Jill Kanzler, SOAR, fully supported the hotel development and subsidy, stating it was an
investment in the city's future, would create thousands of jobs, and millions of dollars annually in
revenues.
Brian Chuchua, resident, remarked that he had discussed the hotel subsidy with members of
SOAR and of the Chamber of Commerce, who did not agree with the TOT giveaway.
James Curwin, steamfitter, opposed the construction of an additional hotel in Anaheim, stating
City services needed funding instead.
CONSENT CALENDAR: Council Member Murray removed Item No's. 2, 5 and 7 from the
consent calendar for further discussion and Council Member Eastman pulled Item No. 15.
Mayor Tait declared a potential conflict of interest on Item No. 8 as his firm had worked with
Orange County Water District and he would record an abstention on that item. Council Member
Eastman then moved to waive reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions and to adopt the
balance of the consent calendar in accordance with the reports, certifications and
recommendations furnished each council member and as listed on the consent calendar;
seconded by Council Member Murray. Roll Call Vote: Ayes — 5: (Mayor Tait and Council
Members: Eastman, Galloway, Murray and Sidhu. Noes — 0. Motion Carried)
1. Receive and file minutes of the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting of November
B105 30, 2011 and the Public Utilities Board meeting of December 21, 2011.
D117 3. Approve the Investment Portfolio Report for January 2012.
4. Appoint Rob Claudio to the Anaheim Workforce Investment Board, representing the
B105 public sector, to an unexpired term ending June 8, 2013.
6. Accept the bid of Simplex Grinnell LP, in the amount not to exceed $267,508.31, for fire
alarm system maintenance services for a one year period, with four one -year optional
D128 renewals and authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute the renewal options, in
accordance with Bid #7569.
8. Approve the Agreement for Acquisition of Real Property and Escrow Instructions with the
Orange County Water District, in the acquisition payment of $13,505, for property
AGR -7131 located at 4060 East La Palma Avenue for the Tustin Avenue and La Palma Avenue
improvement project (R/WACQ 2010 - 00390).
Approved Vote: 4 -0 -1; Ayes: Council Members Sidhu, Galloway, Murray and Eastman;
Noes — 0. Abstention - 1: Mayor Tait. Motion carried.
9. Approve the Out -of -Area Service Agreement for Water and Sewer Service with the City
of Buena Park and Buena Park Housing Partners, LP for a 70 -unit apartment
development located at 8850 West La Palma Avenue, Buena Park (APN 070 - 191 -19),
authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to take the necessary actions to implement
AGR -7132 and administer the Agreement, submit an out -of -area service application to the Orange
County Local Agency Formation Commission, and to take such actions in furtherance of
this application.
10. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute and administer the Workforce
AGR- 6020.A Investment Act Subrecipient Agreements with North Orange County Regional
AGR -6021. B
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Occupational Program and Orange County Conservation Corps., in the amounts not to
exceed $475,138 and $316,759, respectively, for the operation of a comprehensive
youth development program for eligible youth ages 16 -21 years, through June 30, 2013.
11. Authorize the Director of Community Services, or his designee, to accept a grant award
D150 from the California State Library, in the amount of $15,000, to implement California's
Family Place Library Program at the Sunkist Branch Library and amend the Library
Division's budget for fiscal year 2011 -12 accordingly.
12. RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -016 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
P124 THE CITY OF ANAHEIM accepting certain deeds conveying to the City of Anaheim
certain real properties or interests therein (City Deed Nos. 11482, 11483, and 11484).
13. RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -017 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM requesting temporary closures to Caltrans State Route 57
R100 northbound off -ramp for the Angels Foundation 5K and Fun Run (SR 57 northbound
off -ramp at Katella Avenue; April 22, 2012).
14. RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -018 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM certifying that Anaheim has the resources to fund the projects
R100 submitted for inclusion in the FY 2012/13 - 2017/18 Transportation Improvement
Program and affirming its commitment to implement all of the projects submitted in the
program.
16. RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -020 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
R100 THE CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Director of Community Services or his
designee to submit an application for housing related parks grant on behalf of the City of
Anaheim to the Department of Housing and Community Development, and if awarded,
authorizing the acceptance of such funding on behalf of the City and amending the
budget accordingly.
Authorize the Community Services Director, or his designee, to act as the agent of the
City on all matters concerning this grant program, and if the grant application is
successful and funds are approved, amend the Community Services Department budget
accordingly for the fiscal year in which the grant is awarded (approximately $250,000).
17. ORDINANCE NO. 6234 (ADOPTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
C280 ANAHEIM amending Chapters 18.10, 18.38, 18.42 and 18.92 of Title 18 of the Anaheim
Municipal Code relating to emergency shelters (Zoning Code Amendment No. 2011-
00097; Introduced at Council meeting of February 7, 2012, Item No. 20).
18. ORDINANCE NO. 6235 (ADOPTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
M142 ANAHEIM creating a pilot program for the operation of self - service bicycle sharing
systems within the City of Anaheim (Introduced at Council meeting of February 7, 2012,
Item No. 21).
19. Approve minutes of the Council meetings of January 24, 2012 and February 7, 2012.
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END OF CONSENT CALENDAR:
2. Receive and file the introduction of Nextdoor, a new social media tool used to support
D116 the Hi Neighbor program.
Greg Garcia, Deputy City Manager /Administration, explained Nextdoor.com was a new online
social network designed to encourage residents to get to know their neighbors, primarily for the
purpose of community policing, emergency preparedness, and community building. Nextdoor
was the latest tool to encourage residents to become more involved and further support the Hi
Neighbor program, making it easier to connect online and exchange information and topics.
Council Member Murray asked how this program would be promoted to the residents and
whether there would be any City involvement in managing the feedback. Mr. Garcia responded
that City Hall would have its own neighborhood, but in terms of the City's role in Nextdoor, it
would be a completely free program, on a voluntary basis only, and with no management by the
City.
Mayor Tait moved to approve Item No. 2, seconded by Council Member Eastman. Roll Call
Vote: Ayes: 5 (Mayor Tait and Council Members: Eastman, Galloway, Murray and Sidhu). Noes
— 0. Motion Carried.
5. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, All American Asphalt, in the amount
of $416,000, for the Haster Street improvements from 602 feet north of Orangewood
AGR -7130 Avenue to the south city limits and authorize the Finance Director to execute the Escrow
Agreement pertaining to contract retentions.
Council Member Murray requested a brief staff report on this local street project and also
requested staff provide Council with an update on Proposition 1B and the level of state funding
the City had received from this program. Natalie Meeks, Public Works Director, responded staff
would provide Council with an update on Proposition 1 B program funds received over the years.
She then reported Item No. 5 was for the Haster Street improvement project, adjacent to the
Gene Autry Way project anticipated to be completed later this year. It was a standard
resurfacing project, she remarked, and the timing was appropriate to accomplish it this year
along with the completion of the Gene Autry Way project, rather than to return at a later date
and have the neighborhood go through construction improvements again.
Council Member Murray moved to approve Item No. 5, seconded by Council Member Sidhu.
Roll Call Vote: Ayes — 5: (Mayor Tait and Council Members: Eastman, Galloway, Murray and
Sidhu). Noes — 0. Motion Carried.
7. Approve the First Amendment to Agreement with AMEC Environment & Infrastructure,
AGR- 3229.A.1 Inc., formerly known as AMEC Earth & Environmental, Inc., to reflect a name change.
Natalie Meeks explained this item reflected a name change only for AMEC Earth &
Environmental, Inc. to AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. She added Public Works had
agreements with several geotechnical firms on call for various projects on an as- needed basis.
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Council Member Murray then moved to approve Item No. 7, seconded by Council Member
Eastman. Roll Call Vote — Ayes — 5: (Mayor Tait and Council Members: Eastman, Galloway,
Murray and Sidhu). Noes - 0. Motion Carried.
15. RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -019 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM waiving building plan check, permit and inspection fees and
R100 other permit- related fees applicable to the Dreamscape "Tod' and GOALS Garden "Too"
projects (1102 and 1160 North Homer Street).
Planning Director Sheri Vander Dussen explained GOALS had requested the City waive
payment of permit fees to construct new sports fields and a community garden in conjunction
with an existing youth development facility. She added GOALS was a non - profit organization
that provided free youth development and sports programs and Dreamscape Too was proposed
for two vacant City -owned properties for a multipurpose sports program (including an artificial
ice rink, basketball court and other sports activities). GOALS was proposing to enter into a 20-
year lease agreement with the City for use of the properties which would be on a future agenda;
however, at this time they were asking for waiver of all fees. She further added that for several
years GOALS had provided recreational and community amenities at no cost to the City or to
the Anaheim families served and staff supported their waiver request.
Council Member Murray moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -019 OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM waiving building plan check, permit and inspection fees
and other permit - related fees applicable to the Dreamscape "Too" and GOALS Garden "Too"
projects (1102 and 1160 North Horner Street), seconded by Council Member Eastman. Roll
Call Vote — Ayes: 5 (Mayor Tait and Council Members Eastman, Galloway, Murray and Sidhu).
Noes — 0. Motion Carried.
20. Consider an appointment to fill an unscheduled vacancy on the Budget, Investment, and
Technology Commission to a term ending June 30, 2013 (Jeffrey McNutt) (continued
B105 from Council meeting of February 7, 2012, Item No. 22).
Budget, Investment and Technology Commission:
Appointment: Helen Garner
Council Member Murray nominated Helen Garner to the Budget, Investment and Technology
Commission. With no further nominees offered, Ms. Garner was unanimously appointed.
21. Receive updates on the graffiti removal contract, consider plans to address the ongoing
challenge of graffiti, authorize issuance of a new RFP for graffiti removal services, and
D150 authorize staff to solicit proposals and issue an immediate purchase order for
supplemental graffiti removal services for a period not to exceed 120 days.
Bob Wingenroth, Acting City Manager, provided an update on the current graffiti removal
contract, remarking that last October, the City transitioned from a graffiti removal crew of one
full -time and seven part-time City employees to a program carried out by Urban Graffiti, a
private sector firm, with the goal of eradicating all graffiti from the City. Urban Graffiti, he
remarked, was a company with 20 years experience in graffiti removal as well as contracts with
15 other cities and with that experience and background, they still struggled from the beginning
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to remove graffiti within the 24 hour timeline they had identified. Work crews were doubled from
four to eight at no extra cost to the City, but were still falling behind and in December, the firm
requested termination of their contract, while agreeing to continue their services until a new
vendor was engaged.
Mr. Wingenroth explained staff proposed to address this issue with a sense of urgency, more
resources, and a unique approach. Council's authorization was requested to conduct a quick,
informal procurement process for a short-term contract for the inner city (because it had the
highest incidents of graffiti). The objective was to get a vendor on the street within two weeks to
eradicate graffiti in those hardest hit areas. Resources from savings in the current budget would
be used to pay for this effort and the current contractor, Urban Graffiti, would continue to provide
service to the remainder of the city, which meant two contracts would be going simultaneously
with the hope of completely catching up on the graffiti problem during this three month period.
The Request for Proposal would seek firms for holistic service to eliminate graffiti in Anaheim,
paint it out, establish daily routes, work with community members and propose innovative
strategies. He noted the RFP would allow for the selection of a firm that best met the needs of
the City and if approved, would be advertised immediately. In May, staff would then return to
Council with a recommended vendor. He also explained that beginning with the FY 2012/13
budget, additional resources would be included in the budget and in addition, staff was working
on long -term best practice review of all efforts to ensure the best use of resources.
Council Member Murray appreciated staff's immediate response to this problem which offered
opportunities for evaluations and the goal of a 24 -hour removal standard as well as for an all -
inclusive approach that would eliminate graffiti citywide. She asked that updates on a regular
basis be provided to inform the community on how the program was working and to also
consider, when researching best practices in graffiti removal, that other cities regionally, across
the state and nationally be considered before recommending a graffiti removal program.
Council Member Eastman also thanked staff for providing immediate relief and a different
approach to solving the problem. Mayor Tait concurred that the immediate problem was to get
rid of graffiti in the areas with the highest incidents but to also focus on the city as a whole.
Council Member Eastman moved to approve Item No. 21, seconded by Council Member
Murray. Roll Call Vote: Ayes — 5: (Mayor Tait and Council Members: Eastman, Galloway,
Murray and Sidhu.) Noes — 0. Motion Carried.
CITY COUNCIL, ACTING AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE ANAHEIM REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY
22. RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -021 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM, ACTING AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE ANAHEIM
8100 REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, approving Recognized Obligation Payment Schedules
and authorizing certain other actions pursuant to Section 34177 of Part 1.85 of the
California Health and Safety Code.
Council Member Galloway moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -021 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM, ACTING AS THE SUCCESSOR
AGENCY TO THE ANAHEIM REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, approving Recognized Obligation
Payment Schedules and authorizing certain other actions pursuant to Section 34177 of Part
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1.85 of the California Health and Safety Code, seconded by Council Member Murray. Roll Call
Vote: Ayes — 5:(Mayor Tait and Council Members: Eastman, Galloway, Murray and Sidhu).
Noes — 0. Motion Carried.
PUBLIC HEARING:
23. This is a public hearing to consider ordinances amending the non - exclusive taxicab
franchises of Yellow Cab Company of Greater Orange County, Inc., Cabco, Inc., dba
F130.2 California Yellow Cab and A White and Yellow Cab, Inc., dba A -Taxi Cab extending the
terms thereof until May 15, 2012. At the Feb 7 council meetings, time limits for
speakers will be limited to 5 minutes unless Mayor or majority of council wishes to
extend their time limits.
ORDINANCE NO. 6236 (INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM amending the non - exclusive franchise of Yellow Cab Company of Greater
Orange County, Inc., to extend the term of the franchise.
ORDINANCE NO. 6237 (INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM amending the non - exclusive franchise of Cabco, Inc., dba California Yellow
Cab to extend the term of the franchise.
ORDINANCE NO. 6238 (INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM amending the non - exclusive franchise of A White and Yellow Cab, Inc., dba A
Taxi Cab to extend the term of the franchise.
Planning Director Sheri Vander Dussen reported the City's taxicab franchises expired this
month and staff was currently working on four proposals for new taxicab franchises which had
been delayed in order to obtain information from stakeholders. The Request for Proposal, she
added, was expected to be released next week.
Staff recommended Council extend the existing franchises, with the taxicab companies willing to
do so, until the middle of May when recommendations for new franchise service would be
considered by Council.
Mayor Tait opened the public hearing.
William Fitzgerald, Anaheim Home, opposed the ordinance as well as the public hearing time
limit for speakers.
Council Member Sidhu moved to introduce ORDINANCE NO. 6236 AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM amending the non- exclusive franchise of Yellow Cab Company of Greater
Orange County, Inc., to extend the term of the franchise; and to introduce ORDINANCE NO.
6237 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending the non - exclusive franchise of
Cabco, Inc., dba California Yellow Cab to extend the term of the franchise; and to introduce
ORDINANCE NO. 6238 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending the
non - exclusive franchise of A White and Yellow Cab, Inc., dba A Taxi Cab to extend the term of
the franchise, seconded by Council Member Eastman. Roll Call Vote: Ayes — 5: (Mayor Tait
and Council Members: Eastman, Galloway, Murray and Sidhu. Noes — 0. Motion Carried.
Report on Closed Session Actions: None
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Council Communications:
Council Member Eastman thanked the Acting City Manager for his immediate response on the
graffiti issue, stating he had her full support on his interim position. She also felt the request to
display the national motto in council chambers was worthy of discussion, asking that it be
agendized at a future meeting. She announced the Job Fair hosted by EDD in partnership with
Anaheim Jobs was open to all interested persons at the Anaheim Community Center on
February 29 Updating all on the community garden effort, she explained there was an
independent group working on a downtown site and the Mayor's Hi Neighborhood effort was
seeking plots for different areas of the City. Any interested person with questions could contact
the City's consultant at garden (a )anaheim.net
Council Member Sidhu expressed his condolences to the loved ones of Jan Harp Domene,
Anaheim Union High School District trustee, and requested the meeting be adjourned in her
honor and memory.
Mayor Pro Tern Galloway thanked community members for their comments and interest in the
hotel development subsidy. She requested discussion be placed on the next agenda regarding
the feasibility of placing an initiative on the ballot with respect to hotel subsidies and the
Transient Occupancy Tax.
Council Member Murray thanked the community for their involvement and communicated her
position on the hotel subsidy and support of the two hotel projects. She commented on the
Ponderosa Library and requested a staff report be provided with the status of the opening of the
library. She talked about other events occurring in the City, i.e., the US Women's Volleyball that
had already qualified for the Olympics and the Men's Volleyball qualifying event coming up in
Long Beach and the first bike sharing program coming to the west coast. She thanked Bob
Wingenroth for his service as interim City Manager and expressed her condolences to the family
of Jan Harp Domene.
Mayor Tait congratulated Kevin Johnson, Mayor of Sacramento, in securing an NBA team
remarking Anaheim remained NBA -ready and looked forward to pursing its own team. He
announced that Council had unanimously approved the concept of taking four City Council
meetings on the road, two in East Anaheim and two in West Anaheim and on March 20" a
Council meeting would be held at the East Anaheim Gymnasium on Santa Ana Canyon Road.
Adjournment:
At 7 :06 P.M., Mayor Tait adjourned the meeting in memory and in honor of Jan Harp Domene.
R spec Ily sub itted,
Linda N. Andal, CMC
City Clerk