11/07/2017ANAHEIM CIN COUNCIL SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETING
OF NOVEMBER 7, 2017
The special meeting of November 7, 2017 was called to order at 2:07 P.M. in the chambers of
Anaheim City Hall, located at 200 S. Anaheim Boulevard. The meeting notice, agenda, and
related materials were duly posted on November 3, 2017.
PRESENT: Mayor Tait and Council Members Vanderbilt, Barnes, Moreno, Kring, and
Faessel. Council Member Murray joined the meeting during Closed
Session.
STAFF PRESENT: Interim City Manager Linda Andal, Acting City Attorney Kristin Pelletier, and
Acting City Clerk Theresa Bass
2:00 P.M. — WORKSHOP - SPECIAL MEETING
Parking Update: Permits, Oversize Vehicles and Cars for Sale
Public Works Director Rudy Emami explained the goals of the workshop were to provide a
citywide parking update, discuss the permit parking program, proposed changes to policies to
assist in creating additional parking capacity, discuss proposed concepts and changes to the
program, obtain feedback, and determine next steps to bring back formal recommendations for
Council consideration. He explained that on July 25, 2017, City Council approved a professional
services agreement with Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates to perform a comprehensive look
at the parking program, policies, and procedures and provide options to enhance the program, as
in recent years, single-family residential, multiple -family residential, commercial, and special
generators have caused an increase in the number of neighborhoods requesting residential
permit parking districts. Mr. Emami also stated the power point presentation and video of the
workshop would be posted on the city's website to address comments received about the timing
of the workshop.
Lauren Mattern, Nelson/Nygaard, reported her firm conducted a comprehensive review of the
existing program with staff over the last few weeks and would share options and
recommendations to determine the future of the permit parking program. She provided a brief
background of the program, as follows: the permit parking program was formed in the 1980s, has
seen some tweaks over the last 10-15 years, but has largely remained stable over the years,
typical of other cities' residential permit parking programs. Like other programs, Anaheim's is
resident driven, a unique attribute of a program, meaning there has to be good amount (75%) of
local support to add or remove new zones. This can be one of the program's biggest strengths
but also a challenge as the program scales and zones grow, there can be tensions between what
different neighborhoods want. Another factor, Ms. Mattern stated, was on -street parking has
become more challenging, with more demand, due to changes in state housing laws, the history
of parking requirements, the ways people get around, and how much they drive — trends that will
continue into the future. Ms. Mattern displayed a map showing the existing permit parking areas
and those under petition, noting it was a growing number as the program was in demand and
stated the issue of scalability was a big one in terms of reviewing procedures. She reported the
program was primarily currently focused on single-family residential areas although there is a
procedure for multiple -family residential areas as well, for which she commended staff for thinking
ahead. Ms. Mattern reported a 2016 Attorney General opinion stated municipalities should treat
single-family and multi -family areas equally across the program. In their review of the program,
Nelson/Nygaard looked at existing data, performed research, considered the Attorney General
opinion, sought community feedback, and looked at the issue from policy, public process, staff,
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and operational perspectives to ensure any version of the program would be operable and
sustainable going forward for staffing and to meet the changing needs of community members.
Ms. Mattern explained she would present some draft options/recommendations for which staff
was seeking feedback in order to further refine the policies and procedures and bring them back
at a later date for approval. To obtain further community input to supplement what staff had been
hearing and to bring in new voices and additional comments on the process, an online survey
was created to gather ideas, which received a good response rate of about 1200 respondents,
including both permit holders, petitioners, and the general public. She shared that 77% of
respondents were from single-family residential areas and 23% from multiple -family residential
areas. For those within existing permit parking districts, about half of permit holders said the
program solved their reason for asking for it in the first place, 20% did not, and 31 % had mixed
reasons; these results matched what staff had heard with some residents happy and others with
frustration. In terms of enforcement, a little over half wished for more enforcement, with 38%
believing it was adequate. Regarding the process of reporting violations, 38% of respondents
believed it effective and 25% ineffective. Feedback from non -permit holders showed a third
seeing spillover from nearby districts, 41 % not seeing spillover, but she reported there were some
caveats such as additional concerns with circling neighborhoods, parking search time, frustration,
etc. In the area for general feedback, comments ranged from strong support of the program to
those against the entire concept.
Ms. Matter reported approximately 200 people attended a workshop held in the Council Chamber
on October 3, where they presented policy options and the background of the program and
received a lot of feedback which she displayed a high-level summary of. One them was
addressing the issue holistically and getting to the "root cause" of the parking issue. She stated
there were limitations of the program, as it cannot and would never be able to guarantee a
parking space for everyone but could hopefully improve the situation for many people.
Additionally they heard about quality of life benefits experienced through the program, some
conflicting goals between the single-family and multiple -family residential areas on who can use
parking spaces, and existing permit holders wanted to know how any changes would affect their
district, which the recommendation is that they be retained and grandfathered in.
Ms. Mattern explained the key variables: administrative improvements, policy adjustments, 2016
Attorney General Opinion, how the program works and key moving piece, including procedures
for setting up a zone, how to obtain permits, and enforcement. She also explained related supply
and demand considerations of vehicles for sale, oversized vehicles, and shared parking options
were adding to parking frustrations.
Ms. Mattern then shared recommendations, based on their study and feedback. To address how
long the process takes and how many steps were involved, they recommend delegating some
program steps to the staff level so they can go through petitions more quickly. Additionally, a new
set of policy guidelines for the program would help make it clear, include flexibility for unique
circumstances, help make the process work better, explain how to get guest permits, improve
overall over time, and build on the strength of partnering with apartment associations to get
cooperation. In terms of forming a district, the recommendation is to streamline the process
through delegated approval authority to the Public Works Department, and pre -designation of
areas that are permit parking eligible so City Council does not have to take action as often but
can help frame the overarching structure. To address the many petitions on hold with more to
come, they recommend creating an easy to understand staff operating procedure with goals and
steps for the program to help overcome the backlog and keep up in the future. Many key features
of the program are recommended to stay the same including the required neighborhood support
of 75%, hours of restriction with 24/7 default, and survey costs remaining the same.
Recommended changes include revisiting the way boundaries considered to help mitigate
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spillover parking block to block, by increasing the district size and using major arterials as
boundaries. This would allow the program to grow and scale but still issue permits on a street
segment basis. For how permits are issued, they recommend keeping the procedures and
pricing the same but transition to scratch -off tickets to eliminate re -use but still ease customer use
and together up the quantities of permits issued per property, based on bedroom count, with a
maximum of four total permits per single-family and multiple -family residence. This limit would go
into effect initially, with some exceptions, and residents could petition for more permits in special
cases, with single-family and multiple -family residential areas treated the same in the process.
For enforcement, they recommend revisiting the staffing plan, increasing weekend patrols,
exploring additional technology tools, and continuing a commitment to customer service, access,
and education.
Ms. Mattern suggested, as part of a holistic review of parking issues, the city consider adopting
an oversized vehicle ordinance and vehicles for sale ordinance to address both issues, quality of
life, and parking demand as such vehicles were creating competition for parking supply and
creating known issues regarding line of sight, safety, and visual blight. She also suggested
additional ways to try to improve the parking system: shared parking supply whereby private
parties enter into agreements for parking on alternate schedules and different demand peaks and
Transportation Demand Management tools for trip generators. In regards to existing districts, the
recommendation is they be grandfathered in, retaining current boundaries with adjustments made
over time through the new procedures.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON WORKSHOP:
Mayor Tait opened public comments on the workshop with a 1 %2 minute speaking time.
Nicholas Dunlap, Volunteer Board Member, Apartment Association of Orange County, thanked
staff for their help and reported their desire to work with the City and provide feedback. He
looked forward to a continued partnership and being included in the conversation.
Matthew Buck, California Apartment Association, reported working closely with staff regarding
this item and looked forward to a continued partnership with the City.
Julie Brunette reported she has permit parking in her neighborhood and it was working well. She
spoke in support of increasing permit parking for apartments and single-family residences,
stressed the need for increased enforcement, and opined staff should be allowed to do their job.
John Acosta agreed with the previous speaker, noting the need for increased enforcement in
permit parking areas, and spoke in support of permit parking in his neighborhood.
Randy Halverson reported nearby apartment residents use his neighborhood for overflow
parking. He reported the problem was getting worse and spoke in support of permit parking in his
neighborhood to address safety and other concerns.
Tim Engel reported he developed one of the petitions requesting permit parking and noted it was
in Council's queue. He compared his neighborhood with one with existing permit parking and
reported it made a big difference in terms of parking availability. He expressed concerns with
debris and people in parked cars using drugs and having sex. He encouraged Council to move
forward in implementing permit parking in his neighborhood.
Clint reported there was permit parking in his neighborhood and it has made a big positive
difference. He shared a conversation with a resident of a nearby apartment complex who
indicated owners charge extra for parking spaces in the complex.
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Wayne Woodard expressed concerns with lack of parking in his neighborhood as well as debris
and illegal activity. He opined the City's hands were tied because of the county and state and
suggested the city push hard to gain support from the county and approach the state to address
building codes and permits for apartment complexes.
Bill Hall, Action Mobile owner, thanked the City for its response in terms of increased Code
Enforcement. He listed parking problems in the area, including campers and construction
vehicles parking for extended time periods. He urged Council to include the commercial
component to this matter and expressed concerns that what the City does from a residential
standpoint will spill over into commercial areas.
Alan Dauger, apartment complex owner, reported they do not charge extra for parking, but do not
have enough parking on the premises and agreed the City's parking policy needs modification.
He stated many single-family residence owners feel they own street parking in front of their
homes and stressed curbs, sidewalks, and streets belong to all the residents of the City. He
opined the program needed to be modified to allow an expansion of existing districts to allow
neighboring residents of multi -family complexes to park on those streets.
David Zenger reported living on a parking -permitted street and noted the benefits to his
neighborhood. He opined a citywide overnight parking ban would be the solution. He stated the
problem was not with new apartment buildings but rather with older complexes that do not have
sufficient parking for their tenants.
In response to Mayor Tait's question, Mr. Zenger listed other cities that ban
overnight parking, including Fullerton and Claremont.
Jeanine Robbins opined the main reason for permit -parking appeared to be preventing apartment
dwellers from parking on the residential streets and stated the City had created the problem
through decreased parking requirements for new developments since the 1980s, despite
significant increases in the number of individuals per housing unit. She felt permit -parking was
not the answer and may infringe on the rights of residents and added it was the responsibility of
the City to correct its error in a uniform and equally applicable fashion. She alleged the City has
ignored realistic public transportation infrastructure, which has resulted in an inundation of
personal vehicles and felt residents of multi -family homes have the same rights to park on streets
as residents of single-family homes and suggested permit -parking may result in another lawsuit
for the City.
Joe Otero reported his neighborhood has experienced overflow parking from residents living in
already -parking -permitted areas and spoke in support of permitted parking in his neighborhood.
Francis Noteboom reported she lives in a neighborhood with permitted parking and spoke in its
support. She stated she was glad the recommendation is for current districts to be grandfathered
in and urged Council to approve it for other areas in the City. She expressed concerns that the
Anaheim Police Department was too busy to enforce permitted -parking and suggested the City
outsource the enforcement to a contractor for 24-hour service.
Carol Gilbert shared pictures of her neighborhood and reported the permit parking in her
neighborhood has lessened stress for the residents.
Gary Nickerson reported applying for parking permits in 2015 and stated the process was a
hassle and they were not able to move forward by two houses. He thanked Council for bringing
in a consultant to study the issue, but alleged the City caused the problems through lack of
required parking spaces. He suggested hiring people to patrol the neighborhood and give
citations.
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A male speaker reported living in District 20 and people who apply for parking permits get only
three per household while there are neighbors who have up to seven vehicles/permits. He
reported problems with cars parked in red zones and trouble leaving the neighborhood. He also
stated residents of nearby apartment complexes park in their neighborhood because they know
they will not be cited and noted there was still a parking problem, even with permitted parking.
Kris Ritzke reported living in District 58 and in doing her research, found that the seven apartment
complexes near her neighborhood represent 431 dwelling units and the original building permits
for those apartments only required 530 parking spaces. She opined the only solution to that
problem was to limit the occupancy per unit, which unfortunately could not be accomplished.
Mohammed Naman reported he works on Woodland Drive and expressed concerns with the lack
of parking in the area, noting many RVs park there, causing a public -safety issue. He urged
Council to consider no overnight parking or permit parking in the area.
David Klawe reported his neighborhood has been negatively impacted by the implementation of
permit parking in adjacent neighborhoods and expressed concerns with increased crime.
A male resident of District 3 stated shared parking opens spaces that are free during the night for
apartment residents to be able to park their vehicles. He believed street parking is for residents
to be able to park on their streets and stated he saw a lot of spaces near apartment complexes
that can be shared.
Richard Bjorklund reported his neighborhood was waiting for the implementation of permitted
parking. He added they have speed bumps and noted they have helped a lot in terms of
speeding traffic. He spoke in favor of permitted parking on Palais Road and of challenges getting
trash cans out on the curb because of cars parked on their street. Additionally, guest must park
far away because there is no available parking on their street.
Mayor Tait closed public comments.
DISCUSSION: Mayor Tait thanked the public for their feedback and commented on demographic
changes through the years affecting the number of people per apartments and the number of cars
per family. He added the streets are for the public but noted the need to keep the integrity of
neighborhoods. He addressed changes in technology and stated he would like the City to look at
available technology that would help eliminate the problem. Additionally, he addressed the
possibility of commercial shopping centers opening parking for residents overnight, and noted the
issue is there is more demand for parking than supply.
Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt referenced the parking formula and noted concerns with a reduction in
parking requirements. In response to his question regarding the possibility of changing parking
requirements for future developments, Mr. Emami reported there are state laws allowing for
bonuses developers could take in terms of density, providing affordable housing and parking
requirements and other unrelated reductions over time.
Planning and Building Director David Belmer reported the City can make changes to its parking
requirements and the restriction for density bonus only applies when a developer is seeking to
build affordable housing. He reported recent actions taken by the Planning Commission to
increase parking standards to normalize the Platinum Triangle with the rest of the City, and
directed staff to re-evaluate the City's parking standards to determine if they need to be
increased. It will take a few months, but staff will present its findings to the Planning Commission,
first, and then to Council. He added parking issues have been discussed for many months, and it
is part of the larger conversation.
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Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt referenced the Better Way Anaheim Work Program and encouraged
consideration of working in neighborhoods that have been hard-hit by people leaving debris in the
streets. He suggested the possibility of increased street -sweeping in some of the areas, on an
as -needed basis, to help keep the streets clean.
Council Member Faessel asked for a show of hands of those who believed there was a problem
with oversized -vehicle parking, RVs, and cars for sale. Most indicated it was a major issue and
Council Member Faessel thanked the public for the feedback and noted the matter will be
addressed with staff.
Council Member Kring acknowledged the problem of vehicles for sale parked over extended
periods and stated she called many times to report it. She reported she experiences the same
problem with debris in her neighborhood and suggested churches may be available for parking
during times they are not open. Additionally, she reported condominiums and townhouses were
requiring garages be used for parking rather than storage. She noted the need for the City to
consider it as many people do not use garages for parking. In response to her question regarding
whether residents can paint curbs red in front of their homes, staff stated they cannot.
Council Member Moreno thanked the public for their input and commented affirmatively on the
issue of shared parking, especially in commercial areas with nearby apartment complexes. He
expressed concerns with apartment and single-family home residents having to park far from their
residences and noted interest in learning more about 12 -hour parking permits (i.e., 7:00 P.M. to
7:00 A.M.). Additionally, he shared concerns regarding oversized vehicles and cars for sale on
main streets. Council Member Moreno suggested removing the $500 cost or at least making it
refundable upon completion of the permit process, as he thought it important to charge
something, but felt residents should receive a refund upon completion of a successful process.
He appreciated staff looking at districts and empowering staff. In response to his inquiry, staff
addressed streamlining the permit process, noting currently, the process lasts over one year
while a streamlined process could reduce that to three months.
Council Member Barnes expressed disappointment that the current process takes over one year
to complete. She stated she wants to make sure those in the queue are up and running as soon
as the process is streamlined.
In reply to Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt's question, Mr. Emami reported the City has property
information, the current parking formula does not guarantee street parking, and staff is attempting
to establish a consistent process, regardless of property type. This is a fair process, but there is
a built-in flexibility to look at unique circumstances.
In reply to Council Member Faessel's question regarding red curbs, Mr. Emami reported staff will
implement red curbs if there is a safety issue.
Council Member Moreno reported several City parks do not have parking lots and are used by
soccer leagues and other groups. In reply to his inquiry regarding recommended solutions for
parking near parks, staff addressed opportunities to re -stripe or implement parallel or
perpendicular parking or as parks are "refreshed" staff is looking at adding additional capacity.
Mr. Emami added where permit parking was implemented, it will be along residential streets and
not along park frontages.
Clint addressed Council noting parking around parks has been an issue for a long time but at the
same time, the City had a large parcel on Katella by the baseball stadium, that could have used
for Anaheim youth leagues, but instead, the City built it up.
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Council Member Moreno stressed those decisions were made by previous Councils and
residents, at that time, had choices.
Clint mentioned a new apartment complex being developed and asked regarding the number of
units and parking spaces.
Council Member Moreno stated there are 220 to 225 apartment units being built under the new
parking ratios.
Mayor Tait thanked staff for their hard work.
ADDITIONSIDELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION:
Acting City Attorney Kristin Pelletier announced Item No. 3 pertained to a tort claim filed by Dan
Cahill.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS: None
CLOSED SESSION - SPECIAL MEETING
At 3:45 P.M., Mayor Tait recessed to Closed Session for consideration of the following items:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
(Subdivision (d)(1) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code)
Name of Case: Estate of Manuel Diaz v. City of Anaheim et al. Case No. SACV12-01897
JVS
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
(Subdivision (d)(1) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code)
Name of Case: Edwards v. City of Anaheim, Orange County Superior Court Case No.
30-2017-00898565
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of
California Government Code Section 54956.9: One potential case.
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
(Subdivision (d)(1) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code)
Name of Case: Ashlee Elizabeth Palmer, an individual, on behalf of herself and all others
similarly situated v. City of Anaheim, et al., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-
2017 -00938646 -CU -J R-CXC
5. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Subdivision (a) of Section 54957.6 of the California Government Code)
Agency Designated Representative: Jason Motsick, Acting Human Resources Director
Name of Employee Organizations: Anaheim Firefighters Association
At 5:28 P.M., the Council session was reconvened.
Mayor Tait requested a moment a silence in memory of the victims of the Sutherland Springs,
Texas shooting incident.
INVOCATION: Shaykh Mohammed Faqih, New Islamic Institute of Orange County
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FLAG SALUTE: Council Member Dr. Jose F. Moreno
PRESENTATIONS: Recognizing Hilgenfeld Mortuary for 90 years of business in Anaheim
Mayor Tait presented a proclamation to Becky Areias, Jerry Ballesteros, and Patty Corrales in
recognition of their 90 years of business in the City of Anaheim.
Becky Areias thanked the City for the recognition expressed her appreciation for its support.
Recognizing Miss Anaheim Fall Festival Queen and Court
Mayor Tait invited Debbie Herman to the podium to recognize Miss Anaheim, Alexandria Alvarez,
Teen Ambassadors, Pricilla Oropeza and Surina Patel, and Junior Ambassadors Denise Boyzo
and Leah Polezhaev, as the incoming Queen and Court for the 2017/2018 season.
ACCEPTANCE OF OTHER RECOGNITIONS (To be presented at a later date):
Proclaiming November 6-12, 2017, as Veterans Appreciation Week
Proclaiming November 11, 2017, as Veterans Day
Proclaiming November 12-18, 2017, as Nurse Practitioners Week
Representatives from Dr. Beth Hane's office and representing the California Association of Nurse
Practitioners, Victoria Morrison, Nurse Practitioner, and Christine Taheran, Nurse Practitioner,
accepted a proclamation declaring November 12 — 18, 2017, as Nurse Practitioners Week and
expressed their appreciation to the City for the recognition.
Proclaiming November 13-19, 2017, as Global Entrepreneurship Week
Proclaiming November 15, 2017, as America Recycles Day
Dora Delgadillo, Public Works Department, accepted a proclamation declaring November 15,
2017, as America Recycles Day and thanked the City for the recognition.
Proclaiming November 15, 2017, as GIS Day
Jean Ibalio, Deputy Finance Director, and Chris Carter, GIS Manager, accepted a proclamation
declaring November 15, 2017, as GIS Day and thanked the City for the recognition.
Proclaiming November 16, 2017 as International Day of Tolerance
Proclaiming City support of Texas residents affected by Hurricane Harvey,
August 17, 2017
Proclaiming City support of Florida residents affected by Hurricanes Irma and
Maria, August 30 and September 16, 2017
Proclaiming City support for Puerto Rico affected by Hurricanes Irma and
Maria, August 30 and September 16, 2017
Proclaiming City support of US Virgin Islands affected by Hurricanes Irma
and Maria, August 30 and September 16, 2017
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Proclaiming City support of those affected by City of Mexico Earthquake,
September 19, 2017
Mexican Consul Mario Cuevas Zamora accepted a proclamation in support of those affected by
the City of Mexico Earthquake of September 19, 2017. He expressed his appreciation and
gratitude on behalf of the Mexican government and Mexican people and noted solidarity for the
people who experienced losses in the recent Anaheim fires. He noted the need to work together
to strengthen relationships and thanked the City for its kindness.
Proclaiming City support for residents affected by the Northern California
wildfires, October 8, 2017
At 5:52 P.M., the meetings of the Successor Agency to the Anaheim Redevelopment Agency,
Anaheim Public Financing Authority, Anaheim Housing and Public Improvement Authority, and
Anaheim Housing Authority (in joint session with the City Council), were called to order.
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDAS: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS (all agenda items): Prior to receipt of public comments, a brief decorum
statement was provided by Acting City Clerk Theresa Bass.
Cecil Jordan Corkern, Outreach Homeless Ministries, read a passage from the Bible and reported
he was working on a report regarding subliminal messages in Disney films.
R. Joshua Collins, Homeless Advocates for Christ, read a passage from the Bible and
commented on the criminalization of homelessness harming the entire community. He shared a
report indicating Utah has been able to reduce its rate of homelessness by providing housing to
the homeless population and noted the City would save money by helping the homeless with
housing. He stated law enforcement, lawsuits, and medical costs were more expensive than
providing housing, first. He urged the City to think logically, and not emotionally, in looking out for
the poor.
John Dunton commented positively on the work of Hilgenfeld Mortuary in the community. He
announced Wal-Mart has donated $1,000 in gift cards to the Fire Department and noted many
good things were happening in the City.
Gail Taylor, Interim Director, Cypress College Foundation, spoke about Americana, their annual
awards program raising money for student scholarships and reported this year, they were
honoring Tom and Cindy Coad as outstanding citizens. She reported Cypress College is now
number one in California, and number three in the entire United States, of community colleges
their size, and number 27 of all community colleges. Americana will be held on February 10th at
the Disneyland Hotel, and Ms. Taylor listed the accomplishments of Tom and Cindy Coad. She
asked the City to sponsor a table at the benefactor's level ($3,000).
Cynthia Coad stated she was proud to be considered "Mrs. Anaheim", and noted the City was
friendly and youth -oriented.
Mayor Tait referenced the Tiger Woods Learning Center, noting Mrs. Coad was
instrumental in its founding and expressed his appreciation.
Tom Coad expressed his appreciation for the opportunity.
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Renee B. referenced Council's Closed Session discussion of Manuel Diaz, commented on a
Federal Jury decision regarding Officer Nick Bennallack and a monetary payment to Ms. Dias and
her attorneys, and requested Officer Bennellack be fired.
Mark R. Daniels commented on the rule of law, the need to follow laws, and the number of Police
shootings in the City. He addressed certain officers accused of excessive forces and suggested
they be fired.
Daniel Luevanos, City Ambassador, One Legacy Donate Life, spoke about the organization and
the importance of organ and tissue donation in saving lives. He encouraged the public to register
for organ donation at www.donatelifecalifornia.orq or www.donavidacalifornia.org. Mr. Luevanos
addressed the organization's Rose Parade float and the Rose Parade theme, Making a
Difference. He announced the Rose Parade float dedication ceremony, scheduled for December
19, 2017, between 10:00 A.M. and Noon, and invited City Council to the event and to place a
rose on the float.
William Fitzgerald, Home Owners Maintaining Our Environment, commented on the upcoming
Veterans Day and alleged the City has chosen not to honor those who died for our country by
misrepresenting the rainbow flag. He referenced the recent shooting in Las Vegas, and spoke of
the 42nd Infantry Rainbow Division helping to end WWI, where hundreds died and thousands
were wounded. He directed comments at three Council Members regarding flying rainbow flags
at City Hall and urged the public not to vote for those Council Members in the future.
Council Member Kring reported she did not vote to fly the Gay Pride flag in City
Hall and noted the City has held a Veterans Day ceremony for many years. She
urged everyone to join the ceremony to honor veterans.
Marie Cofinco reported on July 2, 2016, Officers Daniel Wolfe and Woojin Jun used excessive
force on her nephew, Ferman Vicent Valenzuela, Jr. and he was taken off live support on July 10,
2016. She reported attending the trial of Officer Bennallack and requested his removal from the
police department.
Wes Jones suggested the Mercy House contract should be expanded, especially with the
implementation of Operation Home Safe. He addressed the Water Street and Anaheim
Boulevard development, noting the lack of sufficient parking and urged Council to deny it. Mr.
Jones reported Council Member Murray has been attending Board of Supervisor meetings,
opined she does not have the authority to do so, and stated the Mayor should be attending. He
spoke in support of Council Member Moreno's campaign reform proposal.
Scarlette Almero referenced recent mass shootings, stated there will be a long wait if we wait for
Congress to do something and suggested acting locally to keep the public safe. She
recommended sending a survey to residents on the subject, or holding local meetings to discuss
the matter and a having peaceful protest showing unity for peaceful communities.
Diana Bradley asked for an update on the matter of short-term rentals (STRs) and stated she
offered one last summer and it was successful. She reported renting over AirBNB and did not
obtain a City permit but the only way she can keep her home was to continue offering short-term
rentals. She indicated some people have short-term rentals and live outside the state.
Mayor Tait noted it was a complex issue but will ask staff to call her about it. He
stated the City has no problem with hosted rentals and staff was working on an
ordinance to be considered by Council at a future meeting.
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Michelle Montes referenced the case against Anaheim Police Officer Nick Bennallack, felt he
needed to be held accountable, urged the City to fire him, and felt the City does not listen to its
residents.
"The Cameraman" commented on the incident with Kevin Ferguson and students and addressed
the lack of a permanent housing solution for the homeless. He referenced the formation of a task
force and agreed with the need to eliminate the criminal element within the homeless population.
Additionally, he reported recently "haunting" the City with body outlines of people the Anaheim
Police Department have killed, but were stopped by security, alleging the City was not committed
to free speech outside the Council Chamber.
Donna Acevedo -Nelson reported her son, Joel Acevedo, was shot by Officer Kelly Phillips in
2012 and addressed the jury findings regarding Officer Nick Bennallack. She stated the need for
significant changes including new policies from the next Police Chief, a Civilian Oversight Board
with subpoena power, and firing of Nick Bennallack.
Lou Noble read a scripture from the Bible and opined Operation Home Safe does nothing but
aggravate the situation with homelessness and will push people into the streets without
protection.
David Duran stated one cannot go back to change outcomes, however, the City has an
opportunity to make a change and a difference moving forward. He addressed two choices;
being complicit by doing nothing against police corruption and allowing the homeless to die, or
choose to have compassion, understanding, and empathy.
Kara Sandoval spoke regarding Anaheim Police Officer Nick Bennallack's civil trial for excessive
force in relation to the killing of Manuel Diaz. She wondered why he has not been fired and
alleged City officials have not demonstrated they will take any action to address the continuous
pattern of police brutality. She urged Council to fire Officer Bennallack and bring final justice to
Manuel Diaz's mother, Genevieve Huizar.
Dave K. commented on inflamed rhetoric against many in the City and hoped it will stop. He
referenced a scripture in the Bible and suggested considering the real causes of homelessness,
including Propositions 47 and 57, as well as AB 109. He alleged the corrupt, Democratic
legislature was endangering the lives of citizens and suggested the need to eliminate legalization
of marijuana.
Mike Robbins stated his Working Group has finished its work and hoped the City can move
forward with the information provided. He stated the problem with homelessness was country-
wide and spoke against targeting specific groups. He reported his group, Housing as a Human
Right OC, as working for permanent solutions and hoped the City will listen to come up with real
solutions. Mr. Robbins spoke against Anaheim Police Officers going into other cities to cite the
homeless.
Jeanine Robbins commented on a recent meeting of the Orange County Board of Supervisors
where Council Member Murray spoke in support of the County's enforcement measures along the
Santa Ana River Trail and asked whether she was speaking on behalf of the entire Council. Ms.
Robbins reported Council Member Murray stated the homeless cause extreme harm to residents
living along the riverbed, while Ms. Robbins believed there was very little crime there with worse
crime in the Resort area. In addition, she addressed a petition by OC Residents United, noting
the petition required no proof of residency and alleged it was not a valid petition. Ms. Robbins
opined the City needed to accept that housing first was an accepted model for success in solving
homelessness. She suggested keeping the La Palma check-in center open because the City will
need it. Additionally, she spoke in support of providing an update on short-term rentals.
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Council Member Murray noted the City Charter was available on-line, at
www.Anaheim.net, reported Council Members were independently elected to
represent their offices, all can speak on their behalf and on behalf of herself, and
stood behind her remarks at the recent Board of Supervisors meeting.
Council Member Moreno stated he watched the video and requested guidance
from the City Attorney.
Mayor Tait reported the item was not on tonight's agenda, but a request can be
made to add it to a future agenda.
Bryan Kaye commented positively on Council Member Murray's comments at the recent Board of
Supervisors meeting and thanked other Members of Council for their work. He mentioned the
City Manager and Police Chief leaving and addressed the opportunity to succeed, be simple, and
live up to Anaheim as a City of Kindness. He spoke about the Anaheim Police Department
accusing him of crimes and noted he was not going anywhere.
Genevieve Huizar commented on the difficulties she experienced in the trial of Anaheim Police
Officer Nick Bennallack. She stated she was thankful the jury found him guilty of excessive force
against her son, Manuel Diaz, and reported she would like nothing more than a Federal
indictment and to see him fired from the Police Department. She alleged forty Police Officers
attended the trial to support Officer Bennallack, noting they were intimidating. She indicated
police brutality was a country -wide epidemic.
Victoria Michaels addressed a perceived lack of attention by certain Council Members during
public comments. She noted the need for Council Members to get along and work together to
solve problems and opined the people need to support Council and stop blaming them for
everything that happens in the City.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS/AGENDA REQUESTS:
Council Member Faessel requested a future recognition of World War II pilot, John Liekhus for his
return home to Anaheim.
Council Member Kring requested adjournment of the meeting in memory of the 26 people killed in
the Sutherland Springs, Texas shooting incident.
Council Member Moreno addressed public comments regarding personnel issues and explained
there are processes in place the Council must follow. He requested the Interim City Manager and
Acting City Attorney clarify how charter provisions applied to council members and make the
public aware of how they could register formal complaints and/or concerns about the actions of
council members.
Council Member Murray requested an agenda item for December 5 regarding Operation Home
Safe to consider 2-3 parcels for temporary shelters, funding sources, and a time -frame for the
community triage days. She requested clarification about making comments as an individual and
Council Member to which Acting City Attorney Pelletier responded.
Mayor Tait reported his meeting with the Interim City Manager and Illumination Foundation to
partner regarding housing and working with the private health care sector to establish a wellness
center.
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CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE:
Interim City Manager Linda Andal reported 289 short-term rental (STR) owners had been granted
hardship extensions following Council's approval of the amended STR amortization ordinance in
December 2016, of which, 244 owners had filed for longer extensions. She explained a sub -set
of applications was being reviewed by an outside accounting firm, which upon completion, would
result in a timeline posted to the City's website.
At 7:21 P.M., Mayor Tait recessed the Anaheim City Council, Anaheim Housing Authority,
Anaheim Public Financing Authority, and Anaheim Housing and Public Improvements Authority
meeting.
At 7:24 P.M., Mayor Tait adjourned the Successor Agency to the Anaheim Redevelopment
Agency meeting and reconvened the Anaheim Public Financing Authority meeting.
At 7:24 P.M., Mayor Tait adjourned the Anaheim Public Financing Authority meeting and
reconvened the Anaheim Housing and Public Improvements Authority meeting.
At 7:25 P.M., Mayor Tait adjourned the Anaheim Housing and Public Improvements Authority
meeting and reconvened the Anaheim Housing Authority meeting.
At 7:25 P.M., Mayor Tait adjourned the Anaheim Housing Authority meeting and reconvened the
Anaheim City Council meeting.
CONSENT CALENDAR: At 7:25 P.M., the Consent Calendar was considered with Council
Member Moreno pulling Item No. 10, Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt pulling Item No. 11, and Council
Member Kring pulling Item No. 27, for separate discussion and consideration. Mayor Tait
declared a potential conflict on Item No. 19, as his firm has done work for the City of Stanton, and
Item No. 25, ask his firm has done work for the Chevron Corporation.
MOTION: Council Member Kring moved to waive reading in full 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 and as listed on the
consent calendar, seconded by Council Member Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7:
(Mayor Tait and Council Members Vanderbilt, Murray, Barnes, Moreno, Kring, and Faessel).
NOES — 0. Motion carried.
B105 9. Receive and file minutes of the Sister City Commission meeting of September 25, 2017
and Public Utilities Board meeting of September 27, 2017.
D180 12. Ratify the purchase order to American Technologies, Inc., in the amount of $37,597.48,
for emergency water damage repairs to Fire Station 1 for the Public Works Department.
D180 13. Ratify the purchase order to Ozone Water Systems, Inc., in the amount of $32,380.50 plus
applicable taxes, for emergency repair services to the ozone generation system at the
Lenain Water Treatment Plant for the Public Utilities Department.
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AGR- 14. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Asplundh Construction Corp., in the
10835 amount of $17,197,177, for construction of the Platinum Triangle Electric Line Extension
Project along Katella Avenue, Anaheim Blvd., Haster Street, Gene Autry Way, Anaheim
Way, Orangewood Avenue, and State College Blvd. and authorize the Finance Director to
execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions.
AGR- 15. Determine, on the basis of the evidence submitted by Jefferson at Stadium Park — Phase
10155 A Owner, LLC, Jefferson at Stadium Park — Phase B Owner, LLC, and Jefferson at
Stadium Park — Phase III, LLC that the property owners have complied in good faith with
the terms and conditions of Development Agreement No. 2015-00002 for the Jefferson
Stadium Park Project located in the Platinum Triangle at 1800 Gene Autry Way
(southwest corner of Gene Autry Way and State College Boulevard) for the 2017 review
period.
D106 16. Approve carryover expenditure appropriations, in the amount of $58,912,120, from Fiscal
Year 2016/17 to Fiscal Year 2017/18 for projects previously approved by the City Council
but not yet completed.
D106 17. Amend the Fiscal Year 2016/17 budget by increasing appropriations in the City Attorney's
Office by $300,000 for outside legal costs, the Planning and Building Department by
$600,000 for outside legal costs and contract costs with the County to provide animal
control services and the Police Department by $5,400,000 for labor costs for which the
City was fully reimbursed.
D180 18. Waive the sealed bidding requirement of Council Policy 4.0 and authorize the Purchasing
Agent to issue a purchase order to Trane, Inc., in the amount of $45,000 plus applicable
taxes, for ten (10) Trane Rooftop HVAC units of varying sizes and capacities for use at
four sites in the City; approve a new master agreement with Trane, Inc., in an annual
amount not to exceed $75,000, for the purchase of parts, equipment, maintenance and
repair services on an as needed basis for a one year period with four one-year optional
renewals and authorize the Purchasing Agent to exercise the renewal options, if exercised
under Cooperative Agreement No. 15-JLP-023 issued by the U.S. Communities
Organization, which meets the requirement of Council Policy 4.0; and authorize a
purchase order, in the amount of $618,935, for Phase 1 of the upgrade of the HVAC
Central Plant at the main Anaheim Police Department station.
AGR- 19. Approve Cooperative Agreement No. C-7-1828 with the Orange County Transportation
10836 Authority and Cities of Fountain Valley, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach,
Stanton and Westminster for the Magnolia Street Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization
Project from the intersection of Commonwealth Avenue in Fullerton to Banning Avenue in
Huntington Beach with Anaheim's total cost share, in the amount of $917,307, funded by
Measure M2 and city restricted transportation funds appropriated in Fiscal Year 2017-18.
Due to a potential conflict of Interest, Mayor Tait abstained on Item 19. ROLL CALL VOTE.
AYES — 6: (Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt and Council Members Murray, Barnes, Moreno, Kring, and
Faesse/). NOES — 0. ABSTENTION — 1 (Mayor Tait). Motion carried.
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AGR- 20. Approve Cooperative Agreement No. C-7-1829 with the Orange County Transportation
10837 Authority and Cities of Fountain Valley, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach and
Westminster for the Brookhurst Street Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization Project
from the intersection of Commonwealth Avenue in Fullerton to Pacific Coast Highway in
Huntington Beach with Anaheim's total cost share, in the amount of $861,717, funded by
Measure M2 and city restricted transportation funds appropriated in Fiscal Year 2017-18.
21. Approve an agreement with OverDrive, Inc., in the annual amount of $36,000, to host a
AGR- website and provide digital content (Ebooks and audiobooks) for the Anaheim Public
10838 Library for a two-year period beginning September 4, 2017 with a one-year automatic
renewal and authorize the City Librarian, or designee, to administer the agreement.
22. Approve and authorize the Chief of Police, or designee, to execute the Third Amendment
AGR- to Agreement with Frome Developments Omega, LLC, in the total amount of $182,400,
5476.3 extending the lease for warehouse space utilized for storage of Police property and
evidence for a five-year period beginning December 1, 2017 and ending on November 30,
2022.
23. RESOLUTION NO. 2017-159 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
D154.5 CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting a Memorandum of Understanding establishing terms and
conditions of employment for employees in classifications assigned to the Part-time
Customer Service employees represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical
Workers, Local #47.
24. RESOLUTION NO. 2017-160 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
P124 CITY OF ANAHEIM accepting certain deeds conveying to the City of Anaheim certain real
properties or interests therein (City Deed Nos. 12166 and 12168; public right-of-way for
current and future public purposes).
25. RESOLUTION NO. 2017-161 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
P124 CITY OF ANAHEIM accepting certain deeds conveying to the City of Anaheim certain
interests in real properties (City Deed No. 12169; BNSF Railroad Grade Separation project
at Lakeview Avenue).
Due to a potential conflict of Interest, Mayor Tait abstained on Item 25. ROLL CALL VOTE.
AYES — 6: (Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt and Council Members Murray, Barnes, Moreno, Kring, and
Faesse/). NOES — 0. ABSTENTION — 1 (Mayor Tait). Motion carried.
R100 26. RESOLUTION NO. 2017-162 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM establishing the dates and time of regular meetings of the City
Council for the 2018 calendar year.
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0280 28. ORDINANCE NO. 6423 (ADOPTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM amending the zoning map referred to in Title 18 of the Anaheim Municipal
Code relating to zoning (Reclassification No. 2016-00294, DEV2016-00043) (3315-3325
West Lincoln Avenue; rezoning from C -G General Commercial zone to RM -3 Multiple -
Family Residential Zone) (Introduced at Council meeting of October 24, 2017, Item No.
21).
D114 29. Approve minutes of the City Council meeting of February 28, 2017.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR 7:50 P.M.
D159 10. Receive and file an update on the Coyote Management Plan.
Planning and Building Director David Belmer presented the staff report, addressing increased
coyote sightings, a community meeting to obtain input from residents, and the need for a Coyote
Management Plan to address the problem. The plan was presented to and approved by Council
in May 2017 at which time Council asked for a six-month update, which was the purpose of
tonight's report. Mr. Belmer explained staff has been providing education and information to
residents, has uploaded on the City's website a County Activity Map showing coyote sightings,
has distributed fliers to the community, and retained the services of a trapper, with on-going
efforts. He reported residents experiencing problems could call the Orange County Animal Care
Department. He reported mating season has arrived and the City was looking to obtain the
services of a second trapper to ensure there were sufficient resources. He added the plan was
flexible and can be changed, as needed, but staff was recommending no changes at this time.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Moreno stated the plan was very helpful and wanted to make
sure the public was aware of the City's efforts to address this issue. In response to his request,
Mr. Belmer displayed the County Activity Map and provided information for accessing it on the
City's website. He addressed areas of coyote concentration.
Council Member Faessel noted challenges finding the map on the City's website and suggested
providing a more direct path for residents to access it.
Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt suggested reasons for the concentration of coyotes in specific areas
and suggested staff ask landscapers and nurseries to be more proactive in addressing the
problem.
MOTION: Council Member Moreno moved to receive and file an update on the Coyote
Management Plan, seconded by Council Member Kring. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7: (Mayor
Tait and Council Members Vanderbilt, Murray, Barnes, Moreno, Kring, and Faessel). NOES — 0.
Motion carried.
D116 11. Approve recognitions recognizing Anaheim Hills Golf Course's designation as a Certified
Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary and the parents of Palm Lane Elementary for their efforts
to ensure access to quality education.
DISCUSSION: Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt asked whether staff or Council were responsible for
generating language on proclamations and Deputy City Manager Greg Garcia stated it was a
combination of staff and Council. Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt commented on the process and
wondered regarding opportunities for Council to review recognitions prior to approving them.
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Council Member Kring reported speaking with Mr. Garcia regarding the possibility of shortening
the number of and the language on proclamations. They agreed to work together to identify what
should go into a proclamation and commented positively on the specific subject item. She
referenced Mendez v. the City of Westminster, noting it set a precedent.
Mr. Garcia reported there was a report presented at Council's last meeting outlining the current
process but noted there was no policy that created specific guidelines regarding proclamations.
Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt indicated he would work with Council Member Kring and staff and
hoped for a more comprehensive approach, in the future.
Council Member Moreno agreed to support the item and acknowledged the work of parents. He
did not believe Mendez v. the City of Westminster did not apply in this case but was a separate,
historically -significant item.
Council Member Murray commented on the importance of recognizing the efforts of parents, on
behalf of their children, and thanked Council Member Kring for bringing the matter back for
consideration.
MOTION: Council Member Kring moved to approve recognitions recognizing Anaheim Hills Golf
Course's designation as a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary and the parents of Palm
Lane Elementary for their efforts to ensure access to quality education, seconded by Council
Member Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7: (Mayor Tait and Council Members Vanderbilt,
Murray, Barnes, Moreno, Kring, and Faessel). NOES — 0. Motion carried.
R100 27. RESOLUTION NO. 2017-163 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM ratifying the submission of a grant application and the acceptance of
a grant on behalf of the City of Anaheim for the Fiscal Year 2017-18 Enhanced
Collaborative Model to Combat Human Trafficking grant, authorizing the City Manager, or
her designee, to execute all required agreements and grant documents, and amending
the budget for Fiscal Year 2017-18 accordingly ($900,000 in grant funds).
DISCUSSION: Council Member Kring complimented the Anaheim Police Department and
Deputy Chief Julian Harvey, and spoke positively in support of this effort.
MOTION: Council Member Kring moved to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2017-163 A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM ratifying the submission of
a grant application and the acceptance of a grant on behalf of the City of Anaheim for the Fiscal
Year 2017-18 Enhanced Collaborative Model to Combat Human Trafficking grant, authorizing the
City Manager, or her designee, to execute all required agreements and grant documents, and
amending the budget for Fiscal Year 2017-18 accordingly ($900,000 in grant funds)., seconded
by Council Member Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7: (Mayor Tait and Council Members
Vanderbilt, Murray, Barnes, Moreno, Kring, and Faessel). NOES — 0. Motion carried.
D116 30. RESOLUTION NO. 2017-164 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM designating the City of Anaheim as a City of Kindness and affirming
our commitment to fostering community and building resiliency through everyday acts of
kindness.
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Mayor Tait thanked Council and staff for their work on this matter and noted civic benefits in
creating resiliency, social capital, and infrastructure, and making the City safer.
Deputy City Manager Garcia presented the staff report addressing the City's culture of kindness
since 2010, implementation of programs in its support, and presented ideas to promote a "new
phase" of kindness. These include community action, changes to City culture, and making
kindness contagious in Anaheim and beyond. He highlighted the Kindness in Action employee
day of volunteer service, an annual event to start in spring 2018, to work with existing non-profit
partners and projects identified through day-to-day work. He provided examples of expanding a
culture of kindness in City Hall and a new external branding campaign, Be Kind Anaheim. He
addressed action steps under each category in a continuing effort to promote kindness in
Anaheim.
DISCUSSION: Mayor Tait commented positively on staffs work and provided a brief history of
"making kindness contagious". He announced a free screening of a film, Wonder, on November
16, 2017, and displayed a trailer of the movie, about the importance of kindness.
Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt acknowledged the work of City staff, as volunteers, and helping
throughout the community.
Council Member Kring agreed with Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt's comments regarding the work of
City staff.
Council Member Moreno commented on the movie and congratulated the Mayor on his
persistence and perseverance regarding this initiative.
MOTION: Mayor Tait moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2017-164 A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM designating the City of
Anaheim as a City of Kindness and affirming our commitment to fostering community and building
resiliency through everyday acts of kindness, seconded by Council Member Moreno. ROLL
CALL VOTE: AYES — 7: (Mayor Tait and Council Members Vanderbilt, Kring, Murray, Barnes,
Moreno, Kring, and Faessel). NOES — 0. Motion carried.
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS: None
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS/AGENDA REQUESTS:
Council Member Murray addressed the Texas and Las Vegas shooting incidents and requested
the city and residents review security and look out for each other; announced the Veterans Day
ceremony on November 11th at 11:00 A.M.; requested an agenda item on December 5 to review
emergency shelter options and a timeline for the community triage day through Operation Home
Safe; and addressed charter provisions and her appearances at County Board of Supervisor
meetings.
Council Member Kring announced the Anaheim Confidential event on November 8 benefitting
Cops 4 Kids, the Veterans Day ceremony, and November as Adopt an Older Pet Month.
Council Member Moreno congratulated the committee and volunteers on the success of Fall
Festival and Halloween parade and reported his attendance at three neighborhood meetings
(Balsam, Catalpa, Vine) with common themes of lighting issues and rising rents, Congressman
Correa's immigration forum, the Mayor's Prayer Breakfast, the Anaheim Arts Council's Art in
Public Places awards, the Somos Anaheim/We Are Anaheim Dia de los Muertos event, and the
AUHSD Bro's dodgeball/smashball tournament. He announced the Homeless Policy Working
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Group held its last meeting and recommended the city pursue a "Housing First" policy framework
which would come before the Council for consideration.
Council Member Barnes reported her attendance at the Halloween parade, the 242"d Marine
Birthday Ball, and the Dayle McIntosh Center. She congratulated the 13th MEU on their 10th
anniversary and announced the CityNet meeting on November 8 at 12:00 P.M.
Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt recognized staff's work pertaining to homelessness and requested the
Anaheim Service Center be included on the homeless webpage.
Council Member Faessel offered condolences for the Texas shooting incident and further
requested the meeting also be adjourned in memory of Mary -Kay Fyda-Mar. He announced his
attendance at the 40th anniversary of the Dayle McIntosh Center and Congressman Correa's
young congressional leaders meeting, and welcomed Chapman University to Anaheim following
their purchase of the Katella Grand apartments for student housing and looked forward to future
partnership opportunities.
Mayor Tait addressed Brown Act requirements, announced his attendance at the Kaufman
Foundation's entrepreneurship meeting, congratulated all involved with the Halloween parade,
and thanked his colleagues for the City of Kindness vote.
ADJOURNMENT:
With no further business before the City Council and without objection, Mayor Tait adjourned the
meeting of November 7, 2017 at 8:28 P.M. in memory of Mary Kay Fyda-Mar and the victims of
the Sutherland Springs, Texas shooting incident.
Respectfully submitted,
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Theresa Bass, MC
Acting City Clerk