2009/08/25 ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR ADJOURNED MEETING
OF AUGUST 25, 2009
The regular meeting of August 25, 2009 was called to order at 3:00 P.M. and adjourned
to 3:30 P.M. for lack of a quorum. Mayor Pringle called to order the adjourned regular
meeting of August 25, 2009 at 3:44 P.M. in the Chambers of Anaheim City Hall located
at 200 South Anaheim Boulevard. A copy of the agenda was posted on August 21, 2009
on the kiosk outside City Hall.
PRESENT: Mayor Pringle and Council Members: Lorri Galloway, Bob Hernandez,
Lucille Kring and Harry Sidhu.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Tom Wood, City Attorney Cristina Talley and City
Clerk Linda Andal
WORKSHOP AFFORDABLE HOUSING STRATEGIC PLAN (AHSP):
Elisa Stipkovich, Executive Director of Community Development Director, reported this
was the second of two workshops to review the City's housing policies. At the previous
workshop, an overview of the Housing Element was presented as well as discussion of
the 2009 Affordable Housing Strategic Plan (AHSP) and the results of the 2005 -2009
strategic plan targeting new family rental construction.
2009 AHSP: The new recommendations for extending the Affordable Housing Strategic
plan, she stated, were to extend the plan to 2014, keeping it in line with the Housing
Element. Staff also recommended the scope of the plan be broadened to go beyond
rental new construction by adding homeownership and rehabilitation goals, in addition to
addressing the existing needs of the community for overpayment or overcrowded
conditions primarily through rental or down payment assistance. She noted that after the
last workshop, staff had met with four housing advocacy groups that were supportive of
extending the plan and also supportive of diversifying the goals and adding other
objectives.
Ms. Stipkovich remarked at the request of Council, staff had been asked to look at all
Agency -owned sites to determine appropriate sites for the renewed Affordable Housing
Strategic Plan. She explained staff reviewed current sites earmarked for residential or
mixed use and identified sites which had been completed, were under construction,
under agreements and /or under negotiations. The sites that had been counted in the
2005 -2009 strategic planning period were then removed. Staff also looked at areas
which could potentially be for -sale sites and whether any portions of those sites would
be considered for affordable units and as candidates for the new strategy. Sites
considered available for potential rental units were also identified. Several identified sites
were the dominant portion in the central Anaheim area. She noted a site on Manchester
Avenue had potential to be a condominium project targeting either all affordable or at
least low to moderate incomes. The Silver Moon site on Beach Boulevard could also be
counted in the new strategy and there was one building in the Hermosa Village project
that was identified as a potential rehabilitation project.
Based on sites the City did control, a budget was developed taking into consideration the
State of California's take -away of municipal redevelopment funds in order to balance the
state budget for this fiscal year and next. Anaheim would lose $20 million over the next
two years, and whether or not the legal battle over those funds was won, staff created
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two goals: 1) the recommended goal should redevelopment funds be available and 2)
an alternative goal assuming that in the later years of this time period, there would be
additional setaside monies available to make land acquisitions. With no challenges to
the redevelopment budget, the recommended goal for the new plan time frame was new
construction of 1,550 units and 7,017 families and or individuals receiving rental and
various down payment assistance programs. Comparing the two goals, the alternative
goal dropped significantly in new construction from 1,550 units to 830 units. The
assistance programs dropped from 7,017 to 6,792, which reflected the fact these
programs were primarily funded through federal funds. She remarked this budget was a
work in progress and if Council was supportive of the renewed Affordable Housing
Strategic Plan, the alternative goals would be adopted as the strategy with frequent
updates provided to Council.
Mayor Pringle expressed support in adopting a plan that addressed a desire to reach a
recommended goal but at the same time recognizing the State's take -away; an
alternative goal would be in place. Council Member Hernandez was also supportive in
having a fallback plan in position and to assure the community that the plan was still
viable even with reduced funding. He also clarified that the use of eminent domain to
acquire property was not part of Anaheim's strategy. Council Member Galloway thanked
staff for their focus and commitment in achieving and exceeding the goals of the AHSP,
as well as for their commitment to renewal of those goals. She also thanked the various
community groups for their organization and input and expressed support in having
alternative goals because of the uncertainty of future funding. Council Member Kring
expressed her support as well with particular emphasis on including the rehabilitation of
units. Council Member Sidhu thanked staff for their efforts in exceeding goals of the
current AHSP and for broadening the scope of work for the next plan years.
Mayor Pringle remarked that in rehabbing large projects, he would like to insure there
was not a net reduction of the number of units available upon completion of the project
and to incorporate that strategy into the AHSP. He also pointed out because the market
had dropped so significantly, strategies other than traditional methods could be used to
get buyers into affordable homes recommending staff consider all avenues available.
Mayor Pringle invited comments from the audience.
Caesar Covarrubias, Kennedy Commission, thanked staff for analyzing the availability of
land and finding opportunities for affordable home sites. He believed the Housing
Element recommendations on rezoning would open new opportunities for the strategic
plan.
Eric Altman, OCCORD, thanked the City for allowing the public to understand and
provide feedback into the process. He added the State's raid on redevelopment money
was a distressing precedent and recommended looking at ways for the community to
help and ensure the State's raid on municipal funds was stopped.
ADDITIONS /DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM: None
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At 4:20 P.M., Council recessed to closed session for the following items:
CLOSED SESSION:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION
(Subdivision (a) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code)
Name of Case: Priceline.com Inc. et al. v. City of Anaheim et al., Orange
County Superior Court, Case No. 30 -2009 00244120 and related cases.
Invocation: Judith Afsahi, Bahai Local Spiritual Assembly of Anaheim
Flag Salute: Council Member Lorri Galloway
At 5:02 P.M., Mayor Pringle called to order the Anaheim Redevelopment Agency (in joint
session with the Anaheim City Council).
ADDITIONS /DELETIONS TO THE AGENDAS: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS (all items except public hearing):
Bryan Starr, Esq., Building Industry Association of Orange County remarked that over 75
jurisdictions had followed Anaheim's lead in adopting stimulus strategies to encourage
development and expressed support for approval of Agenda Item No. 25, which deferred
collection of development impact fees until project completion. Mayor Pringle thanked
the BIA of OC for their leadership in bringing this proposal forward, stating it was
available for developers if they wish to choose this option and at the same time, the City
would receive the full impact fees at the end of the project, rather than at the beginning.
Travis Wyndam, resident, requested clarification on Agenda Item No. 14.
Amin David, resident, addressing Item No. 13, opposed the Chamber of Commerce
agreement, stating the organization should be self- sustaining rather than use public
funds. He also recommended Latino appointments be considered for the Public Utilities
Board, which was before Council for consideration.
Ben Seyboid, Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, detailed the successes the Chamber
enjoyed this year and discussed plans to work with the City to attract businesses to
Anaheim, requesting Council renew its contract with the City.
Dennis Harden, resident, spoke in support of the Chamber of Commerce, stating he had
personally benefitted from their work in coordinating efforts to increase economic activity
in the City and recommended Council approve Agenda Item No. 25.
At 5:18 P.M., Council session was recessed to consider the Redevelopment Agency
agenda, and later reconvened at 5:19 P.M.
CONSENT CALENDAR: Mayor Pringle removed Item No's. 7, 13 and 14 from the
consent calendar for further clarification. Council Member Sidhu waived reading in full of
all ordinances and resolutions on the balance of the consent calendar and moved to
adopt the consent calendar in accordance with the reports, certifications and
recommendations furnished each council member and as listed on the Consent
Calendar, seconded by Council Member Galloway. Roll Call Vote: Ayes 5: Mayor
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Pringle and Council Members: Galloway, Hernandez, Kring and Sidhu. Noes 0.
Motion Carried.
3. Receive and file minutes of the Public Library Board meeting of July 13, 2009
B105 and Parks and Recreation Commission meeting of May 27, 2009.
4. Review the need for continuing the local emergency heretofore proclaimed by the
D175 Director of Emergency Services as ratified by previous action of the City Council
concerning land movement and property damage in the vicinity of 357, 365 and
373 Ramsgate Drive and the Hidden Grove Lane /Fox Glen Drive area in the City
of Anaheim, and, by motion, determine that the need for continuing the local
emergency exists.
5. Receive and file the annual consolidated detail and allocation report for the
D117 Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund for Fiscal Year 2008 -09.
6. Approve the Investment Portfolio Report for July 2009.
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8. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Pro Tech Engineering,
AGR -5823 Corp., in the amount of $87,787, for the Safe Route to School Ninth Street
(Energy Field) Pedestrian Signal Installation project, authorize the Finance
Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions and
increase the Public Works Department Fiscal Year 2009 -10 revenue
appropriations by $168,300 for an MSRC grant and the expenditure appropriation
by $187,000 (which includes the local match).
9. Approve the Fourth Amendment to Agreement with AECOM for design services
AGR- 2754.4 of the Gene Autry Way (West) Highway /I -5 Interchange project and increase the
Public Works Department Fiscal Year 2009 -10 expenditure appropriation by
$1,136,363.
10. Approve the Proposition 1B Agreement with the County of Orange for the right
AGR -5824 of -way phase of the Brookhurst Street Improvements from Ball Road to Katella
Avenue and increase the Public Works Department FY 2009 -10 revenue and
expenditure appropriation by $1,837,352.
11. Approve the Reimbursement Agreement with Arnel Development Company for
AGR- 5825.A the reimbursement of costs for the Orangewood drainage area for an additional
five years.
12. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Transient Occupancy
AGR 5826 Tax Agreement with Disney Vacation Development, Inc. for payment of TOT in-
lieu revenue to the City for Disney timeshares.
15. Approve the letter response to the Orange County Grand Jury report entitled,
0144.6 'Paper Water' Does Orange County Have a Reliable Future regarding the
reliability of Orange County's future water supply and authorize the Mayor to
execute the letter and forward the letter to the Presiding Judge of the Orange
County Court with a copy to the Orange County Grand Jury.
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16. Approve and authorize the Public Utilities General Manager to execute the
AGR 5829 Agreement for Replacement of Overhead with Underground Communication
Facilities with Pacific Bell Telephone Company, dba AT &T California, to facilitate
joint trench construction and cost sharing for work within portions of Underground
District Nos. 50 and 53 Euclid Street.
17. Waive Council Policy 4.1 and authorize the Public Utilities General Manager to
execute a Confirmation Agreement with NRG Power Marketing, LCC, in an
AGR 5830 amount not to exceed $22,000,000 over a two year period, for the purpose of
meeting reliability mandates imposed by the California Independent System
Operator, together with any revisions that are in substantial conformance with the
agreement.
18. RESOLUTION NO. 2009 -142 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
P178 THE CITY OF ANAHEIM accepting an irrevocable offer of dedication for public
park purposes (Tract Map No. 16831).
19. RESOLUTION NO. 2009 -143 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Director of Public Works to accept, on
D175 behalf of the City, Federal and State funds; and execute all necessary actions for
the purpose of completing the Intelligent Transportation System Master Plan.
20. RESOLUTION NO. 2009 -144 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
AGR 5831.1 THE CITY OF ANAHEIM approving the amended and restated Orange County
Council of Governments (OCCOG) Joint Powers Agreement, and authorizing the
Mayor to execute said agreement for and on behalf of the City of Anaheim.
21. RESOLUTION NO. 2009 -145 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
D154.8 THE 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.
22. RESOLUTION NO. 2009 -146 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
D154.3 THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting a Memorandum of Understanding establishing
terms and conditions of employment for employees in classifications assigned to
the Peace Officers Unit represented by the Anaheim Police Association.
23. RESOLUTION NO. 2009 -147 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting a Memorandum of Understanding establishing
D154.4 terms and conditions of employment for employees in classifications assigned to
the Utilities Unit represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical
Workers, Local 47.
24. ORDINANCE NO. 6154 (ADOPTION) AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE
T104 CITY OF ANAHEIM fixing and levying a property tax on the full cash value of all
property within the corporate limits of the City of Anaheim for the Fiscal Year
2009/2010 and declaring the urgency therefore and that this ordinance shall take
immediate effect (A copy of the full text of the proposed Ordinance is available
for review in the Office of the City Clerk).
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25. ORDINANCE NO. 6155 (INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
M142 OF ANAHEIM adding new Chapter 17.38 to Title 17 of the Anaheim Municipal
Code relating to deferral of certain impact fees.
26. Approve minutes of the regular meeting of August 11, 2009.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR:
7. Accept the lowest responsive bid and approve an agreement with All City
AGR Management Services, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $972,054, for school
crossing guard services, for a one year period with four one -year optional
renewals and authorize the Purchasing Agent to exercise the renewal options, in
accordance with Bid #7298.
Mayor Pringle stated one of the bidders had submitted a protest on the bid process and
requested clarification from staff. Police Chief John Welter responded American Guard
Services had objected to an increase of municipal references from three to four, stating
he felt it was unreasonable and restricted companies who could bid on this proposal.
Chief Welter added four bids had been received; however, American Guard Service
submitted the highest bid and was not recommended for approval. Two other bidders,
he added, did not meet the criteria of having four references from cities and
municipalities. The Chief pointed out the increase in number of references was changed
as research found there were many crossing guards that had not worked for
municipalities. Anaheim, he pointed out, had 56 locations where crossing guards were
needed and staff wanted to insure bidders were qualified.
Mayor Pringle remarked as a separate issue, it was disturbing that the City paid
approximately $1 million for school crossing guards while the school districts had no
liability. With that said he expressed concern over complaints about the bid process and
asked how many of the four bidders were able to provide three years minimum of
operation and four cities as references. Carole Ayuso, Purchasing Agent, responded the
City did give bidders a chance to cure their deficiencies. The low bidder, she noted, had
provided no references and the second low bidder had two references with only 30 days
experience as crossing guards. She added that the bulk of experience of the second
low bidder had been in security guard operations. The high bidder, she pointed out, had
crossing guard experience in two cities but as they were high bidders, no discussions
regarding deficiencies were held with them. She confirmed that, other than the winning
bidder, no other bidder met the City's qualifications.
In discussing the bid price with Council, Ms. Ayuso remarked the bid price was higher
than the current contract which was tied to a CPI index. She indicated the firm had
opted to not renew its contract and to take a chance on going out to bid. She added if
Council did not vote for this contract, there was a two month extension at existing rates
available.
Mayor Pringle remarked he was not comfortable with some of the elements in the bid
documents not being consistent. Tom Wood, City Manager, stated since this was the
beginning of the school year, he suggested this contract be adopted for one year with no
renewals and to rebid the proposal based on a clarified set of criteria next spring.
Council Member Hernandez suggested a longer leeway time between the bid process
and contract start date be considered and to allow for several months extension in the
contract itself.
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Council Member Kring suggested considering other credentials, besides references,
when reviewing bid proposals. Council Member Sidhu recommended the City Attorney's
office review the bid proposal to ensure the requirements were clear. Mayor Pringle
requested more background information be provided to Council when making
determinations on contracts.
Mayor Pringle moved to approve Item No. 7 for one year with no option to renew, to
rebid the proposal early enough in the spring to allow for examination of the contract and
to re- address some of the bid elements in the bid documents, seconded by Council
Member Kring. Roll Call Vote: Ayes 5: Mayor Pringle and Council Members:
Galloway, Hernandez, Kring and Sidhu. Noes 0. Motion Carried.
13. Approve an agreement with the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, in an amount
AGR 3434.E not to exceed $194,000, to provide services to the City for a one year period with
two one -year optional renewals and authorize the Planning Director to exercise
the renewal option and to take such actions as are necessary to implement the
agreement.
Sheri Vander Dussen, Planning Director, reported this agreement was for the Chamber
to perform various economic development tasks and for the City to sponsor a number of
business related events in this contract. The tasks were varied and included: 1)
contacting all new businesses in redevelopment project areas, 2) publishing ads
prepared by Public Utilities Department to insure businesses were aware of various
programs offered by the department, 3) visiting key businesses in Anaheim to learn
about their needs and following -up on those visits, 4) implementing business
procurement programs to help Anaheim businesses compete for business in Anaheim
and 5) producing a number of events such as the annual State of the City luncheon,
Anaheim Job Fair and the Taste of Anaheim. She noted the City had contracted with the
Chamber to perform similar tasks over the past four years and had found it to be an
effective medium to communicate information about Anaheim's business and
redevelopment programs to existing customers. She added advertising through the
Chambers was more cost effective than advertising in other publications and directly
reached the targeted audience and was also a cost effective way to provide services to
Anaheim businesses as well. She stated this was a pay for performance type contract,
with the exception being the City's co- sponsorship of certain identified events. She
added the only change to this contract was to grant two one -year extensions subject to
allocation of funds in future fiscal years.
Mayor Pringle inquired if staff felt the services offered in this contract provided economic
benefits to the City. Marcie Edwards, Public Utilities, indicated that one of the most
critical areas or opportunity for improvement for her department pointed out in the J.D.
Powers survey was in outreach to business customers; and while opportunities to
communicate to residents were numerous, businesses were more difficult to reach and
leveraging the use of the Chambers was important to her.
Council Member Galloway concurred that the Chambers provided a valuable service to
the community but pointed out in these tough economic times, she felt other city
departments, such as the Visitors and Convention Bureau, could take over these tasks
and be successful.
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Council Member Hernandez pointed out the Chambers, because of its high volunteer
base, was able to accomplish more on a cost effective basis and for that reason he
would support the contract. Mayor Pringle pointed out that the Chambers is a non profit
agency and their solicitation of sponsors for various events and programs kept the price
of events kept low enough for everyone to participate.
Council Member Sidhu commented on the recent job fair in which 7,500 people showed
up for 2,200 jobs with 110 employers participating. He recognized what it took to put a
big event on and was supportive of making every effort to retain and encourage
business in the City. Council Member Kring added her support indicating with the
Chamber's experience and professionalism, some of those events would probably not
happen.
Council Member Hernandez moved to approve Item No. 14, seconded by Council
Member Kring. Roll Call Vote: Ayes 4: Mayor Pringle and Council Members:
Hernandez, Kring and Sidhu. Noes 1: Council Member Galloway. Motion Carried.
14. Approve an attorney services agreement with Michael Gennaco, Robert Miller,
AGR- 5192.A Stephen Connolly and Cynthia Hernandez for legal services for the Police
Department.
City Attorney Cristina Talley reported this agreement was with an organization called
Office of Independent Review (OIR) to provide legal services to conduct audits of the
Internal Affairs detail in the Police Department, as well as to examine critical incidents
reviewed administratively by the Department. She indicated OIR performed these
services primarily for the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and other
municipalities. They offered the ability to provide an independent audit with a report to
help the Police Department to ensure best practices were used and to help the City
reduce exposure to liability. Council Member Hernandez moved to approve Item No. 15,
seconded Council Member Kring. Roll Call Vote: Ayes 5: Mayor Pringle and Council
Members: Galloway, Hernandez, Kring and Sidhu. Noes 0. Motion Carried.
27. Consider an appointment to complete an unexpired term on the Public Utilities
B105 Board, term to expire June 30, 2010 (David Johnson).
Appointment: David Morgan
Council Member Hernandez nominated retired City Manager David Morgan to the Public
Utilities Board. Council Member Galloway remarked the Latino community had
presented biographies of interested persons to her for this appointment but at this time
she would have a difficult time not voting for Mr. Morgan. Mayor Pringle added
regardless of anyone's ethnic background; he would invite any interested persons to
share their interest in serving on any Council appointed board. Council Member
Hernandez stated he would continue to search out commissioners based experience,
and commitment regardless of their ethnicity. Roll call vote: Ayes 5: Mayor Pringle
and Council Members: Galloway, Hernandez, Kring and Sidhu. Noes 0. Motion
Carried. Mr. Morgan was unanimously appointed.
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28. Consider a proposed amendment to the City Charter to authorize the use of
M100 design -build procurement by competitive negotiation.
MOTION: K/H
Cristina Talley explained the charter amendment was drafted at Council's direction, to
allow for large public projects to go forward on a design /build basis as opposed to the
current design /bid /build process. This would allow one company to both design,
engineer and build a project versus going out to bid for construction. Mayor Pringle
pointed out the state legislature, recognizing the value of the design /build model,
recently announced it would allow cities to adopt an ordinance to provide for this type of
delivery on large scale projects. Since the Charter would not allow an amendment
without voter approval, this proposed amendment could be placed on the ballot for the
next municipal election.
Council Member Hernandez supported this effort stating it was appropriate at this time
with ARTIC and other large projects in the works. Council Member Kring moved to
advance the proposed charter amendment on the next municipal election, seconded by
Council Member Hernandez. Roll call vote: Ayes 5: Mayor Pringle and Council
Members: Galloway, Hernandez, Kring and Sidhu. Noes 0. Motion Carried.
PUBLIC HEARING:
29. This is a public hearing to consider approval of the Police Department's
D160 Expenditure Plan for the FY 2009/10 Supplemental Law Enforcement Services
Fund (SLESF) award from the State budget, in the approximate amount of
$645,083.
MOTION: H/G
Police Chief John Welter reported Anaheim had been the recipient of SLESF grant funds
since 1996 and used the funds to support front line police services. The Police
Department, along with other City departments, he stated, had received personnel cuts
in early 1990's and over the years, SLESF was authorized by Council to provide civilian
support staff positions. This year SLESF would fund seven full -time and three part-time
positions: two property evidence technicians, a detention facility assistant, one senior
office specialist in the investigations bureau, two records specialists, one dispatcher and
three part -time police cadets. The exact SLESF award amount, he pointed out, was
usually determined by vehicle license fees and the Department was seeking $645,083.
Mayor Pringle opened the public hearing and receiving no comments, closed the
hearing. Council Member Hernandez moved to approve the expenditure plan for FY
09/10 SLESF, seconded by Council Member Galloway. Roll Call Vote: Ayes 5: Mayor
Pringle and Council Members: Galloway, Hernandez, Kring and Sidhu. Noes 0.
Motion Carried.
Report on Closed Session Actions: None
Council Communications:
Mayor Pro Tem Hernandez reported on the free foreclosure prevention workshop held at
the downtown Community Center last Friday. Hosted by the City and Senator Correa's
office, he indicated the event was well attended. He also announced the fire watch alert
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now in effect around Deer Canyon Park citing dry, summer conditions and the possibility
of wind.
Council Member Galloway recognized City employee Lorinda Logan in the City
Manager's Office.
Council Member Kring announced the Anaheim Public Library would be offering a
workshop, Six Steps to Reinventing Yourself, on August 27 and also that the Anaheim
Public Utilities Department was offering a $5 credit when customers elect to receive
electric and water bills by email. She indicated the fall issue of the Anaheim Magazine
would be available on August 27 with a fresh new layout featuring the efforts of the
Anaheim Community Anti Graffiti program and reported on her attendance at the BMC
Economic Outlook meeting and a luncheon hosted by the Friends of the Delta.
Council Member Sidhu announced two Anaheim Firefighters, Jim Portillo and Mark
Dunn, and a Disneyland Resort employee, Robert Olvera, were honored by the
American Red Cross for their acts of heroism. He also discussed the success of the
Anaheim Job Fair held on June 3rd
Mayor Pringle spoke of the new look to the City's website, www.anaheim.net and the
upcoming Anaheim Apps Challenge contest inviting web -based or mobile app ideas that
would help improve the way people work, play, visit, live or connect with Anaheim. He
discussed legislation in the works, SB 14 and AB 64, stating he was very concerned.
This legislation would require public utilities to have 33 percent of their portfolio from
renewable energy and would eliminate from that count, any renewable energy in the
portfolio not purchased in California. He emphasized this would make the limited
number of renewables available in California extremely competitive and would hike the
purchase cost over 20 percent if these bills passed.
Adjournment:
At 6:52 P.M., with the consent of Council, Mayor Pringle adjourned the August 25, 2009
City Council meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
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Linda N. Andal, CMC
City Clerk
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