07/16/2019 ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL REGULAR AND
REGULAR ADJOURNED MEETING OF JULY 16, 2019
The regular meeting of July 16, 2019 was called to order at 3:00 P.M. and adjourned to 3:30
P.M. for lack of a quorum. The regular adjourned meeting of July 16, 2019 was called to order at
3:30 P.M. in the chamber of Anaheim City Hall, located at 200 S. Anaheim Boulevard. The
meeting notice, agenda, and related materials were duly posted on July 11, 2019.
PRESENT: Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Barnes, Faessel, and O'Neil.
ADDITIONSIDELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION: City Clerk Theresa Bass announced Closed
Session Item No. 4 was removed from the agenda.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS: None
CLOSED SESSION: At 3:31 P.M., Mayor Sidhu recessed to closed session for consideration of
the following items (Mayor Pro Tern Kring and Council Members Brandman and Moreno joined
the meeting during closed session.):
1. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
(Subdivision (b) (1) of Section 54957 of the California Government Code)
Position: City Attorney
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Subdivision (a) of Section 54957.6 of the California Government Code)
Agency Designated Representative: Linda Andal, Human Resources Director
Position: City Attorney
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Subdivision (a) of Section 54957.6 of the California Government Code)
Agency Designated Representative: Linda Andal, Human Resources Director and
Angel Ho, Employee Relations Manager
Name of Employee Organization: Anaheim Police Association
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
(Subdivision (d) (1) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code)
Name of Case: Rebecca Lawrence v. City of Anaheim, Orange County Superior Court
Case No. 30-2017-00948837-CU-WT-CJC
Item No. 4 removed from agenda;not considered during Closed Session.
At 5:06 P.M., Mayor Sidhu reconvened the Anaheim City Council.
INVOCATION: Pastor Phillip De Courcy, Kindred Community Church
FLAG SALUTE: Mayor Pro Tem Lucille Kring
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PRESENTATIONS: Recognizing Girls, Inc. for their work in the community
Jessica Hubbard, Director of Programs, spoke about the Girls Inc. program and its
accomplishments and thanked City Council for their recognition.
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDAS: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Prior to receipt of public comments, an outline of rules for public
comments and a brief decorum statement was provided by City Clerk Theresa Bass.
Cecil Jordan Corkern, Outreach Homeless Ministries, expressed his concern regarding safety at
the new Star Wars: Galaxy Edge.
Paul Hyek expressed his support for Item No. 21 and encouraged City Council to hire the
homeless to help with the renovation at the Econo Lodge property, further stating Section 8
would not be provided if someone does not have a hard address.
Duane Roberts expressed his concern regarding Item No. 19 and felt the item was directly
related to contributions to Mayor Sidhu's political campaign. He alleged an appearance of
impropriety regarding the subject of Item No. 19 and believed the Chamber of Commerce
specifically selected the members of Anaheim First.
R. Joshua Collins, Homeless Advocates for Christ, encouraged City Council to support rent
control and encouraged them to explore new ways to support the homeless, particularly as the
City of Kindness.
Bob Donelson encouraged City Council to appoint Council Member Moreno for Item No. 36. He
also expressed concern that Mayor Sidhu is not working for Anaheim residents, thanked Council
Member Moreno for looking out for residents, and believed Council Member Barnes should have
been given time to speak.
Mark Richard Daniels expressed his support for Item No. 21 and encouraged City Council to
pass the item. He believed there were additional properties that could be used similarly to Econo
Lodge and felt not enough was being done for education.
Lou Noble expressed his support for Item No. 21 but felt that it was not enough for the homeless
population. He encouraged the City Council to explore other housing options for the homeless.
Dave Rogers expressed his concern for Item No. 21 and felt that it should be moved to another
location as there is already a low-income housing unit in the area.
Jim Ramirez, Vice-President, Anaheim Firefighters, expressed his support for Items Nos. 3 and
24 and encouraged City Council to pass the items. In addition, he offered support for Chief
Russell.
Isa Bahu expressed his opposition to Item No. 19 and encouraged City Council to deny the item.
He expressed concern that Mayor Sidhu received political campaign contributions from Mr.
Navaz Malik, the opposing party, as well as Mr. Malik attending Mayor Sidhu's victory party. He
believed there was no legitimate reason for the project denial or any expert opinion on the project
being unsafe.
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Peter Mitchell, Attorney representing Mr. Malik, expressed his support for Item No. 19 and
encouraged City Council to pass the item, referencing local businesses opposed to the project.
Jeanine Robbins expressed her support for Item No. 21 and encouraged City Council to pass the
item. She also expressed concern regarding Item No. 36 and encouraged Mayor Sidhu to
appoint someone other than himself to the committee.
Yolanda P. Cruz, business owner at 2960 W. Lincoln Avenue, advised City Council that an illegal
marijuana dispensary has opened next to her business and she has been asking the City to
assist with closing the dispensary for over a year with no response. She also expressed concern
for her safety.
Mayor Sidhu asked City Manager Chris Zapata to work with Ms. Cruz regarding her
issues.
Lupe Ramirez, Rancho La Paz resident, advised that there are rental agreements in place but
they are financially disastrous for most residents and expressed concern that City Council did not
do enough to assist residents.
Cheryl Moi, Rancho La Paz resident, expressed concern that City Council did not do enough for
Rancho La Paz residents.
Carolyn Carpenter, Anaheim Assistance League, invited the public to the musical, Beauty and
the Beast, July 30 through August 3rd at Pearson Park, the Opening Night Gala at The Colony
House July 30, 2019, and Closing Night on August 3rd. She advised that additional details can
be found at https://www.alanaheim.orq/events/. She also expressed support for the appointment
of Chief Russell.
Gail Anderson, District 3 resident, thanked City Council for approving the 2030 Neighborhood
Investment Program and expressed her excitement at being involved with Anaheim First.
Bryan Kaye expressed concern regarding Mayor Sidhu's political views and regarding the recent
shooting death of a 17-year old by the Anaheim Police Department.
Rosalva Akantar, Anaheim First member, congratulated City Council for approving the 2030
Neighborhood Investment Program and was proud to be a member.
Mike Robbins expressed concern regarding political campaign contributions by some members
of City Council and felt that Disney was bribing Anaheim for its benefit.
Martin Mercado, District 4 resident, thanked City Council for approving the 2030 Neighborhood
Investment Program and expressed his excitement in being involved with Anaheim First.
David Bartash, District 5 resident, thanked City Council for approving the 2030 Neighborhood
Investment Program and expressed his excitement in being involved with Anaheim First. He
thanked Council for their service and looked forward to possible solutions and improvements for
the city.
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Kenneth Batiste expressed concern regarding Anaheim First and felt this was simply a front for
the Disney Corporation. He expressed concern regarding Item No. 19 and encouraged City
Council to deny the item.
CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE:
City Manager Chris Zapata reported he visited the city's homeless shelters with Council Member
Barnes and Public Utilities General Manager Dukku Lee to monitor operations, the city continues
to seek State funding for homeless services, he met with staff and the Illumination Foundation
about operational issues, and the HOT Team continues to respond to areas throughout the city.
He acknowledged the Library for its recognition by the California Library Association for its social
media partnership with Carl's Jr. and spoke of the Library's efforts regarding immigration
services. He reported his attendance with staff and Council Membersat a Know Your Rights
immigration event at St. Anthony Claret Catholic Church. He announced Anaheim Arena
Management was working on concepts and plans for development, with more.information to
come.
In response to Council Member Moreno, Mr. Zapata reported there had been no meetings with
the Angels.
CONSENT CALENDAR: At 6:24 P.M., the Consent Calendar was considered with Mayor Sidhu
pulling Item Nos. 03 and 04, Council Member O'Neil pulling Item No. 19, Council Member Barnes
pulling Item No. 20, and Council Member Moreno pulling Item No. 24 for separate discussion and
consideration.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Kring moved to waive reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions
and to 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 Barnes. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES—7 (Mayor
Sidhu and Council Members Kring, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil). NOES—
0. Motion carried.
B105 1. Receive and file minutes of the Public Utilities Board meeting of May 22, 2019, and the
Sister City Commission meetings of April 22, 2019 and May 20, 2019.
D116 2. Approve proclamations recognizing Marisol Molina for her heroism to protect a Magnolia
School District Student and the 60th Anniversary of Anaheim RV Park.
D129 5. Adopt the amended City of Anaheim Hazardous Materials Area Plan, as revised in
September 2018.
6. Accept the bid from Axis General Construction, Inc., in the amount of$224,960 plus
D180 applicable tax on materials and a 15% contingency, to perform preventative maintenance
and as-needed repairs on multiple pump systems from the Anaheim Convention Center
for a one year period with four one-year optional renewals, and authorize the Purchasing
Agent to execute the renewal options in accordance with Bid #9295.
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D180 7. Accept the bids of Power Partners do Pacific Utilities and ERMCO, in the amounts of
$632,958 and $307,319 plus applicable tax respectively, for the purchase of various
models of transformers per City approved specifications, and authorize the Purchasing
Agent to issue purchase orders in accordance with Bid #9298.
D180 8. Accept the bid from Control Air Conditioning Service Corp., in the amount of$42,965, to
perform annual maintenance and leak detection testing services for chillers from various
locations throughout the city for a one year period with four one-year optional renewals,
and authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute the renewal options in accordance with
Bid #9306.
D180 9. Accept the bid from Autolift Services, Inc., in the amount of$22,200, to perform annual
preventative maintenance and as-needed repairs on automotive lifts utilized by the Public
Works Fleet Division for a one year period with four one-year optional renewals, and
authorize the Purchasing.Agent to execute the renewal options in accordance with Bid
#9308.
10. Accept the bid from ES Engineering Services, LLC, in the amount of$59,361.08, for
D180 providing storm water pump station maintenance and repair services for the Public Works
Department for a one year period with up to four one-year optional renewals, and
authorize the Purchasing Agent to exercise the renewal options in accordance with Bid
#9304.
11. Waive the sealed bid requirement of Council Policy 4.0 and ratify a purchase order issued
D180 to 3T Media, Inc., in the amount of$24,400.38, for furnishing and installing audio visual
distribution equipment upgrades at the City Emergency Operations Center.
12. Rescind the award of contract to California Building Evaluation and Construction, Inc., for
AGR-11616 the Manzanita Park Parking Lot and Skate Facility Project and award the contract to the
third lowest responsible bidder, Green Giant Landscape, Inc., in the amount of$847,000,
and authorize the Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to
contract retentions.
AGR- 13. Award Master Agreements to five qualified bidders, each in an amount not to exceed
10069.A $100,000 per work order package with the number of open work order packages per
AGR- contractor limited to three at one time, for pavement delineation maintenance, repair,
10071.A construction, assessment and immediate response service for a one year period with four
AGR- one-year optional renewals; authorize the Director of Public Works to execute,
10068.A administer, and take the necessary actions to implement the agreements; and authorize
minimal changes that do not substantially change the term and conditions of the
AGR- agreements, as long as such changes are determined to be minimal by the City
10066.A Attorney's Office (BC Traffic Specialist, Cat Tracking, J&S Striping Company, Inc.,
AGR- Orange County Striping Service, and Superior Pavement Markings, Inc.).
10067.A
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AGR-11617 14. Approve Professional Services Agreements with five consultant companies, each in an
AGR-11618 amount not to exceed $250,000 per work order package with a total not to exceed
AGR-11619 contract amount of$1,000,000 per contract year per consultant, for as-needed right of
way acquisition services to support the Design Engineering Services section of the
AGR-11620 Department of Public Works for a three year term with two one-year optional renewals;
AGR-11621 authorize the Public Works Director to execute, administer and take the necessary
actions to implement the agreements; and authorize minimal changes to the agreements
that do not substantially change the terms and conditions of the agreements, so long as
such changes are determined to be minimal by the City Attorney's Office (Epic Land
Solution, Inc., Overland, Pacific & Cutler LLC, Paragon Partners Ltd., Property Specialists
Inc. dba CPSI, and Security Land & Right of Way Services, Inc.).
15. Approve Professional Services Agreement with Chicago Title Company, in an amount not
AGR-11622 to exceed $250,000 per work order package with a total not to exceed contract amount of
$1,000,000 per contract year, for as-needed title report and escrow services to support
the Design Engineering Services section of the Department of Public Works for a three
year term with two one-year optional renewals; authorize the Public Works Director to
execute, administer and take the necessary actions to implement the agreement; and
authorize minimal changes to the agreement that do not substantially change the terms
and conditions of the agreement, so long as such changes are determined to be minimal
by the City Attorney's Office.
AGR-11623 16. Approve an Engineering Services Agreement with GHD, Inc., in the amount of$156,276,
for the design of the Alley Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project (east of Anaheim
Boulevard from Wilhelmina Street to Alberta Street).
17. Approve an Engineering Services Agreement with Michael Baker International, in an
AGR-11624 amount not to exceed $189,500, for the design of the North Vine Street and North Rose
Street(north of Lincoln Avenue) Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project.
18. Approve an Agreement for Acquisition of Real Property with Harris N. Done and Dahlene
D. Done, Trustees and H. Dean Bowles and Nerda S. Bowles, Trustees, in the acquisition
AGR-11625 payment amount of$37,000, for a public road and utility easement and a temporary
construction easement located at 1520 East Lincoln Avenue for the Lincoln Avenue
Widening Improvement project from East Street to Evergreen Street(R/W ACQ 2016-
00790).
21. Authorize the Director of Community and Economic Development to enter into a
AGR-11626 Memorandum of Understanding with Jamboree Housing Corporation for the potential
conversion and rehabilitation of the Econo Lodge Motel located at 2691 W. La Palma
Avenue under the terms and conditions described under Ordinance No. 6465, which
allows for the creation of new Permanent Supportive Housing apartment units under
specified perimeters; and determine that the subject Memorandum of Understanding is
exempt from the requirements to prepare additional environmental documentation per
California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, Section 15301, Class 1 (Existing
Facilities) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.
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22. Approve Professional Services Agreements with Cooperative Personnel Services dba
AGR-11627 CPS HR Consulting and Industrial/Organizational Solutions dba I/O Solutions, in amounts
AGR-11628 not to exceed $300,000 and $200,000 respectively, to provide as-needed professional
services in applicant testing, written examinations, and assessment centers, for sworn
classifications assigned to Anaheim Fire & Rescue and the Anaheim Police Department
for a five year term.
D154.3 23. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-075 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM approving a Letter of Understanding between the Anaheim Police
Management Association and the City of Anaheim.
25. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-077 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM approving the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Subgrant
AGR-9081.D Agreement between the City of Anaheim and the State of California for the term of April
1, 2019 through June 30, 2021 (to operate job-training programs for adults, economically
disadvantaged youth, and dislocated workers in the total amount of$650,288).
26. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-078 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
R100 CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Director of Community Services or his designee to
submit an application to the State Department of Parks and Recreation for the Statewide
Park Development and Community Revitalization Program Grant for the expansion and
renovation of La Palma Park and if awarded, authorizing the acceptance of such funding
on behalf of the City and amending the budget accordingly.
Determine that the La Palma Park revitalization is categorically exempt from the
California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Class 1 (Existing Facilities), Class 2
(Replacement or Reconstruction), Class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of Small
Structures), and Class 4 (Minor Land Alteration), Sections 15301, 15302, 15303(c)(d)(e)
and 15304(e)(f) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.
R100 27. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-079 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the acceptance of a Caltrans Sustainable Transportation
Planning (Sustainable Communities) grant award, in the amount of$600,000, to prepare
the Center City Corridors Specific Plan and authorize the Director of Public Works or his
designee to execute all documents required to accept the grant funds; amend the budget
for the appropriate fiscal years to reflect said grant award; and, determine that these
actions are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) pursuant to
Guideline Section 15306.
28. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-080 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
F130.2 CITY OF ANAHEIM declaring its intention to adopt an ordinance granting a non-exclusive
franchise to Chapman University for transportation services within the City of Anaheim,
establishing a time and date of a public hearing to consider such franchise and a fee in
support of such franchise (shuttle service route between the Chapman Grand, 915 E.
Katella Ave. and the Chapman University Campus, Orange; Public hearing scheduled for
August 27, 2019).
Determine that a California Environmental Quality Act statutory exemption is the
appropriate environmental determination for this request; and approve the application for
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a non-exclusive franchise to Chapman University to provide transportation bus shuttle
services.
P110 29. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-081 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM vacating a public utility easement located at 1679 West Cerritos
Avenue pursuant to California Streets and Highways Code Section 8330, et seq. -
Summary Vacation (ABA2019- 00385).
30. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-082 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
P121 CITY OF ANAHEIM dedicating certain city-owned property for public utility purposes and
accepting said property into the public street system (501 South Claudina Street;
ACQ6403).
31. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-083 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
P178 CITY OF ANAHEIM accepting irrevocable offers of dedication of certain real property
and/or facilities (Tract Map No.17350; dedication of an easement for road, public utility
and other public purposes for Ellsworth Street, Anaheim Boulevard and Alley).
P124 32. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-084 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM accepting certain deeds conveying to the City of Anaheim certain
real properties or interests therein (City Deed Nos. 12278 and 12284; public right-of-way
purposes).
P124 33. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-085 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM accepting certain deeds conveying to the City of Anaheim certain
real properties or interests therein (City Deed Nos. 12285 and 12308; city uses in
conjunction with the Lincoln Avenue Widening Improvement Project from East Street to
Evergreen Street).
34. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-086 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. 12286 and 12287; city uses in
conjunction with the Brookhurst Street Improvement Project from the I-5 to SR-91
Freeway).
35. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-087 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 property(City Deed Nos. 12288, 12289, 12290, 12291, 12292, 12293,
12294, 12295, 12296, 12297, 12298, 12299, 12300, 12301, 12302, 12303, 12304,
12305, 12306, and 12307; city uses in connection with the provision of utility services).
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END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
AGR- 3. Approve the appointment and related Employment Agreement with Patrick Russell for the
appointment to the position of Fire Chief, effective July 17, 2019.
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DISCUSSION: Mayor Sidhu welcomed Interim Fire Chief Patrick Russell as the new Fire Chief
and felt he was a great choice for the position as a long term City employee and the most
qualified.
MOTION: Mayor Sidhu moved to approve the appointment and related Employment Agreement
with Patrick Russell for the appointment to the position of Fire Chief, effective July 17, 2019,
seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Kring.
DISCUSSION: Mayor Pro Tern Kring congratulated Interim Chief Russell regarding his
appointment and acknowledged the support of the department. She thanked the Anaheim Fire
Department for a recent opportunity to visit the department.
Interim Chief Russell thanked Mayor Sidhu and City Council for considering his appointment and
noted he was very excited to take on the role of Fire Chief. He also thanked the City Manager,
the executive management team, and his colleagues in Anaheim Fire & Rescue.
Council Member Moreno congratulated Interim Chief Russell regarding his appointment. Per
Council Member Moreno's request, City Manager Chris Zapata provided a brief overview of the
national search for the Fire Chief position. He explained the process began with in-house
interviews and the interim appointment, hiring a qualified recruitment firm to assist with the
process, and the convening of a technical staff of fire chiefs from California, a community panel,
and a department head panel to review candidates, following which Interim Chief Russell
emerged as the most qualified candidate for Anaheim Fire Chief.
Prior to Council action, City Clerk Theresa Bass provided an oral summary of salary and
benefits, pursuant to Government Code §54953, that the appointment of Patrick Russell to the
position of Fire Chief included salary in the amount of$244,764 and all benefits as provided to
the executive classification.
MOTION: Mayor Sidhu moved to approve the appointment and related Employment Agreement
with Patrick Russell for the appointment to the position of Fire Chief, effective July 17, 2019,
seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Kring. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES—7 (Mayor Sidhu and Council
Members Kring, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil). NOES—0. Motion carried.
4. Approve the appointment and related Employment Agreement with Edward (Ted)White
AGR- for the appointment to the position of Planning Director, effective August 19, 2019.
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DISCUSSION: Mayor Sidhu expressed his support for the appointment of Mr. White to the
position of Planning Director and thanked the City Manager for moving quickly and having the
right candidate.
MOTION: Mayor Sidhu moved to approve the appointment and related Employment Agreement
with Edward (Ted)White for the appointment to the position of Planning Director, effective
August 19, 2019, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Kring.
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DISCUSSION: Council Member Faessel expressed his support of the appointment of Mr. White
and was eager to work with him again.
Prior to Council action, City Clerk Theresa Bass provided an oral summary of salary and
benefits, pursuant to Government Code §54953, that the appointment of Edward (Ted)White to
the position of Planning Director included salary in the amount of$209,050 and all benefits as
provided to the executive classification.
MOTION: Mayor Sidhu moved to approve the appointment and related Employment Agreement
with Edward (Ted)White for the appointment to the position of Planning Director, effective
August 19, 2019, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Kring. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES —7 (Mayor
Sidhu and Council Members Kring, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil). NOES—
0. Motion carried.
C220 19. Deny the request for a rehearing of the City Council's decision on June 4, 2019, denying
C250 Conditional Use Permit No. 2015-05835, Variance No. 2017-05091, and Public
Convenience or Necessity No. 2019-00144 for a proposed automobile service station and
convenience store at 5706 East La Palma Avenue.
DISCUSSION: Council Member O'Neil stated that at the last two Council meetings it was made
clear that the denial was based on the fact the project did not fit the site and had too many
variances and questions about public safety. He did support a gas station corning back to the
site in the future under a different layout but noted the applicant did not take that route. He noted
he would work with the applicant to draft a layout that works better for the location and addresses
issues.
MOTION: Council Member O'Neil moved to deny the request for a rehearing of the City Council's
decision on June 4, 2019, denying Conditional Use Permit No. 2015-05835, Variance No. 2017-
05091, and Public Convenience or Necessity No. 2019=00144 for a proposed automobile service
station and convenience store at 5706 East La Palma Avenue, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern
Kring.
DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Barnes's inquiry, City Attorney Robert Fabela
explained this item was not a quasi-judicial decision but did relate to a former such action. Mr.
Fabela advised that it would not be a bad decision to disclose conversations with the applicant or
the appellant regardless if it was legally required.
In response to Council Member Barnes, Deputy City Manager David Belmer advised that the
applicant could build a gas station today, by right under the current General Plan, if they did not
apply for a variance waiver or include the beer and wine sales. He noted that a new project
would need to be evaluated before he could respond whether a new project would be approved.
He did note the Planning Commission did approve the current project, including conditions
recommended by staff. Mr. Belmer continued that the appellant did provide a traffic study along
with an extensive report regarding the traffic circulation. Council Member Barnes addressed the
alleged application of different standards between this project and the Pauline Street
neighborhood project in terms of variances. She suggested scheduling a rehearing for this
application.
SUBSIDIARY MOTION: Council Member Barnes moved to continue Item No. 19 to July 30,
2019, seconded by Council Member Brandman.
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DISCUSSION: Mr. Fabela addressed issues surrounding addressing the request for rehearing
within a prescribed timeline pursuant to the Anaheim Municipal Code.
Council Member Moreno raised concerns regarding discussion time per motion per Council
Member.
MOTION OF ORDER: Council Member Moreno raised a point of order to allow ample discussion
time per Council Member per motion. Mayor Sidhu denied the point of order.
MOTION OF ORDER: Council Member Moreno appealed the Chair's decision, seconded by
Council Member Barnes. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES—2 (Council Members Barnes and Moreno).
NOES—5 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Kring, Brandman, Faessel, and O'Neil). Motion
failed.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Moreno felt the continuance was important as many questions
have been raised and City Council can deliberate in front of the public with full transparency. He
expressed concerns regarding due process, with prepared speeches, that there may have been
non-public discussion regarding the project, campaign contributions, and compared different
public hearings. Council Member Moreno supported a postponement because the developer was
willing to work with staff.
Council Member O'Neil noted the vote was whether or not the applicant received a fair hearing
and not the merits of the project, referring to the staff report. He clarified that he does support a
project on the site with a new plan.
Council Member Moreno asked if anyone at the dais expressed their support or opposition of this
project with any Planning staff or Planning Commissioner while it was in the Conditional Use
Permit(CUP) process. All members of City Council confirmed they did not express their support
or opposition. Mr. Fabela clarified that Council Members should recuse themselves from a
discussion if they felt they were unbiased about a quasi-judicial proceeding. Council Member
Moreno supported the continuance.
SUBSIDIARY MOTION: Council Member Barnes moved to continue Item No. 19 to July 30,
2019, seconded by Council Member Brandman. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES—2 (Council
Members Barnes and Moreno). NOES—5 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Kring,
Brandman, Faessel, and O'Neil). Motion failed.
DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Moreno's inquiry, Mr. Fabela advised that should
the rehearing request be approved, there would be a rehearing that would be properly noticed as
a quasi-judicial manner. Council Member Moreno felt it was important to provide the applicant
an opportunity to provide City Council with a new or revised project.
Council Member Brandman stated that the two previous votes were completely out of order and
the process needed to be managed better in the future.
Council Member Faessel asked Council Member O'Neil to restate his position on the denial for
rehearing. Council Member O'Neil stated that he supported a denial for a rehearing on the basis
that it was fair hearing and to encourage the applicant to develop a better plan with which he
would personally work with the applicant to develop a better plan.
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MOTION: Council Member O'Neil moved to deny the request for a rehearing of the City Council's
decision on June 4, 2019, denying Conditional Use Permit No. 2015-05835, Variance No. 2017-
05091, and Public Convenience or Necessity No. 2019-00144 for a proposed automobile service
station and convenience store at 5706 East La Palma Avenue, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern
Kring. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES—5 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Kring, Brandman,
Faessel, and O'Neil. NOES—2 (Council Members Barnes and Moreno). Motion carried. The
initial"aye"vote by Council Member Barnes was later changed by Council Member Barnes to a
"no"vote prior to the meeting adjournment.
Mayor Sidhu considered the agenda out of order, taking Item No. 24 prior to Item No. 20.
D154.4 24. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-076 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ANAHEIM adopting a Memorandum of Understanding establishing terms and
conditions of employment for employees in classifications represented by the Anaheim
Firefighters Association, Local No. 2899.
Human Resources Director Linda Andal requested that the City Council adopt a Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU)with the Anaheim Firefighters Association (AFA)for a five year
agreement, which was already two years in. Ms. Andal advised the AFA contract expired on
June 29, 2017 and the City has been negotiating with AFA for the last two (2) years. The AFA
covers approximately 197 employees in classifications including, but not limited to, Firefighter,
Fire Engineer, and Fire Captain. She advised the major economic provisions of the tentative
agreement include a five-year term from July 1, 2017 through June 23, 2022, a total cost of
approximately$9,950,000 over a five-year term, and a total 6.5% wage increase over the term of
the five-year contract. She also reported the contract includes a non-PERSable one-time lump
sum payment equivalent to 2% of the salary for the combined FY 2017/18 and FY 2018/19
period that covers the years the members were without a contract, the reactivation of the
Permanent Modified Duty program, moving from a percentage-based bilingual pay to flat-dollar
rate for bilingual pay, an increase of paid leave accruals by 1.75 hours per pay period, a $1,000
deferred compensation contribution per year starting FY 2019/20 that shall sunset with the
agreement, and additional clarifying language.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Moreno expressed his support for the contract as employees
play a critical role within the City. He addressed the recent budget approval, noted the current
budget was barely balanced, and he was concerned with the wage increases and the new
position proposed within the contract. City Manager Chris Zapata advised that policy direction
was given to execute this deal following negotiations and that City Council was advised the
current budget did not include funding for wage increases but staff acknowledged that several
negotiations were in progress and was committed to finding the money to cover the contract.
Council Member Moreno was concerned about dipping into General Fund reserves. He wanted
to address staff ratios across the city and he wanted to make sure that all other bargaining units
are given the same considerations when they come up for renewal.
Mayor Pro Tern Kring supported dipping into General Fund reserves to support the contract and
felt that Anaheim finances will be able to support this in future years.
Council Member Moreno supported the contract but was concerned about long term costs when
other labor groups come forward and questioned if this could cause limits for other labor groups
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and if it included pension obligations. Ms. Andal confirmed the contract did cover pension liability
costs. Council Member Moreno requested this be used as a template for future labor groups.
In response to Mayor Sidhu, Mr. Zapata reported the City will look for efficiencies within the Fire
Department to cover the funds for the contract.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Kring moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2019-076 A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting a Memorandum
of Understanding establishing terms and conditions of employment for employees in
classifications represented by the Anaheim Firefighters Association, Local No. 2899 to approve,
seconded by Council Member Brandman. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES—7 (Mayor Sidhu and
Council Members Kring, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil). NOES—0. Motion
carried.
D155 20. Approve the 2017-2021 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Local Plan and the
2017-2021 Orange County Regional Workforce Plan and authorize the Mayor to execute
modified plans, future modifications thereto, and related documents.
DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Barnes's inquiry, Community and Economic
Development Director John Woodhead advised that this action aligns the City's Workforce
Development with state standards and the City follows the state and regional lead. He advised
the changes were minor and would consider providing training to residents who are behind in
child support and allow them to get out of arrears. In terms of process, he explained the State
adopts a list of eligible training providers and, at the local level, users can access such services.
MOTION: Council Member Barnes moved to approve the 2017-2021 Workforce Innovation and
Opportunity Act Local Plan and the 2017-2021 Orange County Regional Workforce Plan and
authorize the Mayor to execute modified plans, future modifications thereto, and related
documents, seconded by Council Member Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES —7 (Mayor Sidhu
and Council Members Kring, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil). NOES—0.
Motion carried.
36. Select a member of the City Council to work in conjunction with City staff as the exclusive
D116 council representative for negotiations with Angels Baseball.
DISCUSSION: Mayor Sidhu stated he requested this item to designate one member of the City
Council to work with staff on the negotiations with Angels Baseball. He reported that both
Anaheim and the Angels have been gathering facts and studying the opportunities that exist
around the stadium. The Council representative will work with City Manager Chris Zapata, City
Attorney Robert Fabela, and Convention Center Executive Director Tom Morton as the core of
the negotiating team to determine a path forward. He stated this has been a focus of his time
since being elected mayor to work with the Angels.
MOTION: Mayor Sidhu moved to appoint himself as the exclusive Council representative to work
in conjunction with City staff for negotiations with Angels Baseball, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern
Kring.
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DISCUSSION: Council Member Moreno asked for clarification on who agendized the item. City
Attorney Robert Fabela advised that Council Member O'Neil withdrew his request to have the
item agendized and Mayor Sidhu agendized the item under his authority. Council Member O'Neil
advised he withdrew his request as he simply felt that this would be a better way to designate an
appointee and also stated that he did not have a conversation with Mayor Sidhu regarding his
withdrawal of the item.
Council Member Moreno expressed concern that the Public Information Officer had erroneously
issued a press release that the negotiating team was comprised of City Manager Chris Zapata,
City Attorney Robert Fabela, Convention Center Executive Director Tom Morton, and Mayor
Sidhu as the core of the negotiating team without a proper vote by City Council. Council Member
Moreno stated negotiations with Angels Baseball were a complex issue and previous
negotiations with the Anaheim Ducks and previous negotiation teams did not include Council
representation. He would like to add himself and Council Member Barnes so it could be a
trustworthy and transparent process to the public. He would also like to see a market-based
return on the lease of the property, to see Anaheim's name returned to the team name, and a
community benefits agreement, which are additional reasons he would like to assist in
negotiations.
SUBSIDIARY MOTION: Council Member Moreno moved to amend the motion to include Council
Members Barnes and Moreno to join the negotiating team with Mayor Sidhu, seconded by
Council Member Brandman.
DISCUSSION: Mayor Pro Tern Kring questioned the negotiating qualifications of Council
Members Barnes and Moreno. She believed the negotiations would include the items mentioned
by Council Member Moreno and recognized the Angels' participation in the community. She
expressed concern with large negotiating teams and did not support the subsidiary motion.
Council Member Barnes advised that despite numerous requests, she has been unable to meet
with Mayor Sidhu on critical items. She expressed concern with Mayor Sidhu's ability to
represent the full City Council without eliciting their feedback. She noted that, while negotiating
point can remain confidential, meetings with Angels Baseball should be transparent.
Council Member Moreno suggested that various members of City Council be appointed to help
with negotiating strength. He addressed the previous negotiations and the negative public
response. He noted there was a perception issue and it was difficult for the public to trust any
deal that gets struck when the one Council representative has received campaign contributions
from Angels Baseball. He further stated the Mayor received $2,000 from the president of Angels
Baseball on December 19, 2018, which was five weeks after the election. He wanted the public
to trust the decision for Angels Stadium and suggested himself and Council Member Barnes as
they had not received such campaign contributions.
Mayor Pro Tern Kring stated that the First Amendment says that campaign contributions, or lack
thereof, and decisions are not directly tied. She supported appointing only Mayor Sidhu to the
negotiating team.
Council Member O'Neil advised that Mayor Sidhu would not be designated as the lead negotiator
but he would be the official Council representative and would work with City staff. He supported
appointing Mayor Sidhu to the negotiating team.
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In response to Council Member Faessel's inquiry, City Manager Chris Zapata believed that the
appropriate research had been completed, along with input from City Council, to assist in
negotiations. He also noted that the negotiating team will be as transparent as possible, but
some negotiations will need to take place in closed sessions. Mr. Zapata felt there would be
adequate opportunity to hear from City Council what they feel will be important to be addressed
in negotiations. He will work with the City Attorney to develop a communication strategy for the
public.
Council Member Moreno clarified that Mayor Tom Tait was not appointed as lead negotiator for
negotiations with the Anaheim Ducks, which was confirmed by Mr. Zapata. Council Member
Moreno believed the public has concerns with political campaign contributions by special
interests to Council Members. He felt his qualifications were that he did not receive any political
campaign contributions and has no ties to Angels Baseball.
Council Member Brandman felt this was a process issue and the negotiation team would be
bound to follow the direction of the consensus of the City Council after the appraisal. Mr. Zapata
advised some terms will be negotiated in Closed Session but will need to come back to City
Council to approve the entire deal. Mr. Fabela advised that Closed Session discussions would be
limited to real estate negotiations, price, and terms of payment.
In response to Council Member Moreno's inquiry, Mr. Fabela advised the serial meeting rules of
the Brown Act would still apply if more than three members of City Council discuss the item.
SUBSIDIARY MOTION: Council Member Moreno moved to amend the motion to include Council
Members Barnes and Moreno to join the negotiating team with the Mayor, seconded by Council
Member Brandman. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES -2 (Council Member Barnes and Moreno).
NOES —5 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Kring, Brandman, Faessel, and O'Neil). Motion
failed.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Moreno asked for the Mayor's plan to consider all of Council's
negotiation points. Mayor Sidhu suggested Council Members confer with the City Manager on
their points. Council Member Moreno questioned the merits of having a representative from the
Council on the negotiating team.
Council Member Barnes compared this process to the Ducks negotiation and believed that
model worked well. Mr. Fabela stated that the motion on the floor is a motion for the
recommendation in the staff report for Item No. 36, which was brought forward by the Mayor to
designate an exclusive representative of the Council to participate in the negotiating team that
will be run by the City Manager.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Council Member Barnes moved to not select a member of the City
Council to work in conjunction with City staff as the exclusive Council representative for
negotiations with Angels Baseball, seconded by Council Member Moreno. Motion withdrawn.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Brandman suggested that City Council formalize the negotiating
team and have trust in the system. He stated the entire City Council will attend the Closed
Session and noted he was ready to get the appraisal and get into Closed Session. Mr. Fabela
stated that the motion on the floor is a motion for the recommendation in the staff report for Item
No. 36, which was brought forward by the Mayor to designate an exclusive representative of the
Council to participate in the negotiating team that will be run by the City Manager.
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MOTION: Mayor Sidhu moved to approve the action item in the staff report for Item No. 36 to
appoint Mayor Sidhu as the exclusive Council representative to work in conjunction with City staff
for negotiations with Angels Baseball, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Kring. ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES —5 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Kring, Brandman, Faessel, and O'Neil. NOES —
2 (Council Members Barnes and Moreno). Motion carried.
B105 37. Review and consider recommendations of the Boards & Commissions Sub-committee,
which includes discussion and direction to staff relating to modifications to city boards
and commissions as recommended.
Director of Community Services Larry Pasco advised that during the February 19, 2019 City
Council meeting, a staff report was presented by the City Clerk's office to review all Council-
appointed boards and commissions, specifically the Youth Commission, and the difficulty
experienced during the first year of its existence to meet a quorum at its monthly meetings. At
that time, an ad hoc subcommittee of Mayor Pro Tem Kring and Council Members Brandman
and Moreno, along with staff, was formed to review all city boards and commissions to improve
the effectiveness and functionality of each commission.
Mr. Pasco advised the subcommittee recommended the following for the Attendance Policy:
Nominating Mayor or Council Member will be notified when a member is absent from three (3)
meetings within a six (6) month period and member may be asked to resign or may be removed,
at the discretion of the nominating Mayor or Council Member; and if member is absent from two
(2) additional meetings within another six(6) month period, the City Clerk will schedule
consideration of possible removal as an agenda item at the next regular meeting of the Council.
Mr. Pasco advised the subcommittee also recommended that a Board and Commission
orientation full-day workshop be conducted to provide the commissioners with information on
their respective roles, including incorporating the review of the Brown Act and ethics training.
Mr. Pasco advised the subcommittee recommended the following changes be made to the Youth
Commission: that membership be reduced to 14 members with members between the ages of 14
and 21; the Mayor and each Council Member shall nominate two (2) members with one (1)from
each age bracket(14-17 and 18-21) or nominate two (2) members from a single age bracket (14-
21); each member to serve a term of two (2)years beginning September 1st of year one; and the
Commission will be provided with funding to create a program that allows the Youth Commission
to evaluate and allocate funding to a local non-profit or school program that benefits the youth of
Anaheim (recommended by Council Members Brandman and Moreno).
DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Faessel's inquiry, Mr. Pasco advised that a staff
liaison provides the orientation for new commissioners and the change is to make the training
more robust. City Attorney Robert Fabela advised this recommendation intended to incorporate
Council Policy 1.11 which requires all boards and commission to receive ethics and Brown Act
training and would make the training more robust.
In response to Council Member Barnes's inquiry, Mr. Pasco advised that no final decision was
made regarding the funding for the Youth Commission. Mr. Pasco stated any funding would be a
budget decision made by Council, but the informal discussion suggested a range between
$15,000 and $25,000 annually. City Manager Chris Zapata advised the funding was for specific
projects and programs that would be sponsored by the Youth Commission. Mr. Pasco advised
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any changes would need to come back in the form of an ordinance and staff was seeking
Council direction for what should be included in the ordinance.
Mayor Pro Tern Kring thanked staff and her fellow subcommittee colleagues for their work. She
stated she would like to see the age bracket for the Youth Commission changed from 14 to 21 to
14 to 19. She supported the attendance policy but expressed concern regarding commission
members attending a full-day orientation. Lastly, she opposed providing funding to the Youth
Commission due to their lack of commitment in attending meetings and she would like the
commission to have a voice, but not authority, over funding.
Council Member Moreno supported the item as presented. He recommended Council Members
be attentive to who they appoint to all the boards and commissioners and to address attendance
issues. He also noted feedback he received from previous commission members that the work
was not substantive enough to be engaging. He also supported the funding for the Youth
Commission to help activate more youth to get involved in their neighborhoods and envisioned it
similar to the Community Services Board.
Council Member O'Neil was supportive of the attendance policy and the ethics and Brown Act
training but did not feel that an entire day session was warranted. He felt that neither the
attendance policy nor the funding will allow the Youth Commission to run as envisioned. He
supported the previous recommendations from the Community Services Department regarding
the Youth Commission to reduce the size of the commission, reduce the age range, consider
downgrading the commission to a less formal advisory board, and not providing any allocation of
funding.
Council Member Faessel offered support for the attendance policy for all boards and
commissions, the orientation and training, and a reduction in size and age range for the Youth
Commission. In response to Council Member Faessel's inquiry, Mr. Fabela advised that City
Council can vote on each recommendation point by point. Council Member Faessel stated that
any board or commission could discuss funding needs and bring a recommendation to staff and
City Manager to consider and possibly propose to Council. He did not support providing funding
to the Youth Commission before any action was brought to the City Council.
Council Member Brandman supported the attendance policy along with the board and
commission orientation. He also supported changing the age from 14 through 21, with an
absolute maximum of age 21, and providing funding to the Youth Commission for
recommendation for Council approval.
Mr. Pasco suggested that the Youth Commission could have funding that City Council controls
but allows committee members to make recommendations or the Youth Commission could have
sole discretion over the funding.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Kring moved to direct staff to return with the suggested changes to the
attendance policy and orientation session for all boards and commissions, seconded by Council
Member Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES—7 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Kring,
Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil). Motion carried.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Kring moved to direct staff to return with amendments to the Youth
Commission to reduce the size to 14 members, members must be between the ages of 14 and
21, and setting the term to two-years, seconded by Mayor Sidhu. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES —7
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(Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Kring, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil).
Motion carried.
MOTION: Council Member O'Neil moved to direct staff to return with amendments changing the
Youth Commission to a less formal advisory body, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Kring.
DISCUSSION: Mr. Pasco recommended Council consider changing the Youth Commission to a
less formal advisory body. In response to Council Member Moreno's inquiry, Mr. Pasco advised
that other cities have a blend of advisory bodies and commissions. Council Member Moreno
believed a more formal group was better for the city and there was no guarantee of how many
people may make recommendations if the body was informal.
Council Member Faessel was comfortable keeping the changes as recommended.
MOTION: Council Member O'Neil moved to direct staff to return with amendments changing the
Youth Commission to a less formal advisory body, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Kring. ROLL
CALL VOTE: AYES —4(Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Kring, Barnes, and O'Neil). NOES
—3 (Council Members Brandman, Moreno, and Faessel). Motion carried.
B105 38. Consider an appointment/re-appointment to the Library Board, term ending June 30,
2019, to a four year term ending June 30, 2023.
APPOINTMENT:
(Incumbent, Robert Baeza)
NOMINATION: Mayor Sidhu nominated Roberto Baeza. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES—3 (Mayor
Sidhu and Council Members Kring and Faessel). NOES— 0. ABSTENTIONS —4 (Council
Members Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, and O'Neil). Nomination failed.
NOMINATION: Council Member Moreno nominated Billie Joe Wright. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES
—3 (Council Members Barnes, Brandman, and Moreno). NOES—0. ABSTENTIONS—4(Mayor
Sidhu and Council Members Kring, Faessel, and O'Neil). Nomination failed. Item No. 38
continued to July 30, 2019.
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS:
City Attorney Robert Fabela reported Item No. 4 was withdrawn from the agenda.
Regarding Item No. 01, Mayor Sidhu reported Council conducted a performance evaluation of
City Attorney Robert Fabela, rated him a significant contributor, and increased his salary by
2.5%. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES—6 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Kring, Barnes,
Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil). NOES — 1 (Council Member Brandman). Motion carried.
Prior to Closed Session, Council Member Barnes, for the record, changed her vote on
Item No. 19 to reflect a "no"vote. At 9:46 P.M., Council recessed to Closed Session to
address Closed Session Item No. 03 and reconvened at 10:47 P.M.
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS: None
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PUBLIC COMMENTS (non-agenda items): None
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION:
Council Member Barnes extended her sympathy to the Mayor for the loss of his mother and
announced the West Anaheim Police Substation would remain open and provided contact
information. She requested an examination of maintenance policies for city-owned vacant
parcels, concurred by Council Members Moreno and Faessel. She also requested a discussion
on security at City Hall, to which City Manager Zapata replied changes were in the process and
he would provide an update.
Council Member O'Neil expressed condolences to Mayor Sidhu and Council Member Barnes on
their loss of parents. He requested an agenda item to discuss implementing a Section 115 Trust
to assist with reducing pension liabilities, concurred by Mayor Pro Tem Kring and Council
Member Faessel. He also requested a report from the Fire & Rescue Department on what
changes had been made since the Canyon 2 fire and recommendations for further actions,
concurred by Mayor Sidhu and Council Member Faessel.
Mayor Pro Tern Kring reported her attendance and prize distribution for the Junior Solar Car
races at the OC Green Expo on June 22, showed a video about mosquito control, requested the
City Manager address coyotes in the city, requested the meeting adjourn in memory of Angels
pitcher Tyler Skaggs, thanked emergency personnel for their hard work, and suggested
everyone get an emergency kit ready and to have a plan for their families.
Council Member Faessel expressed his sympathies for Mayor Sidhu and Council Member
Barnes and their families, stated he wore his Angels jersey in memory of Tyler Skaggs, and
requested the meeting also be adjourned in memory of Police Senior Office Specialist Marriah
Valdez, Paul Wiemer, and former St. Catherine's commandant Larry Zaborowski. He thanked
Mark Daniels for recognizing the 50th anniversary of the moon shot and acknowledged Anaheim
businesses that were involved. He reported his attendance at a District 5 coffee, Builders for
Babies event, and World Refugee Day. He thanked ART for arranging bus transportation from
Anna Drive to Higher Ground activities through August and announced he served as the
commencement speaker for the North Orange County Community College graduation where he
has served as a staff member. He congratulated the Boys and Girls Club on their event at the
Diamond Club and for joining with Cypress. He further announced his attendance at the
immigrant rights event at St. Anthony Claret Church, the July 4th parade with the Katella High
School girls' softball team, a District 5 town hall meeting, and the 50th anniversary of the Phoenix
Club.
Council Member Brandman offered condolences to Mayor Sidhu and Council Member Barnes.
He announced his attendance at the July 5th Summer Movie Night at Chapparal Park and
thanked Disney for hosting the program. He announced Friday, July 26 is Anaheim Day at the
Orange County Fair and that the OC Fair Express runs every Saturday and Sunday from ARTIC
to the fairgrounds for$2 each way.
Council Member Moreno expressed his condolences to Mayor Sidhu and Council Member
Barnes. He reported his attendance at the AUHSD/Cal State Fullerton summer language
academy on June 27, the Anaheim Innovative Mentoring Experience on July 12, and the
Anaheim Republican Assembly forum on fireworks. He thanked David and Elia Renteria for
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hosting a District 3 neighborhood meeting. He requested the City Manager provide updates on
the community workforce agreements process, the placement of the City of Kindness logo at city
entrances, when the stadium land appraisal is expected, the progress of affordable housing
development in the city, and the 2019 fireworks program. He asked the City Attorney to email the
Council policy regarding the use of electronic devices on the dais. He requested an agenda item
to institute a standing agenda item for Regional Board updates, concurred by Council Members
Barnes and Moreno.
Mayor Sidhu reported the City paid for his travel and accommodations at the U.S. Conference of
Mayors. He requested July and August be more casual months at the City and asked the City
Manager to work with Human Resources on that endeavor.
ADJOURNMENT: At 11:47 P.M., Mayor Sidhu adjourned the July 16, 2019 meeting in memory
of Council Member Barnes's father Abelardo Sotero Avila, Angel's pitcher Tyler Skaggs, Mayor
Sidhu's mother Monica Gayani, Paul Weimer, Larry Zaborowski, and Marriah Valdez.
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