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03/01/2022D106 ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 1, 2022 The regular meeting of March 1, 2022 was called to order at 3:01 P.M. in the Council Chamber of Anaheim City Hall, located at 200 S. Anaheim Boulevard. The meeting notice, agenda, and related materials were duly posted on February 24, 2022. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Harry Sidhu and Council Members Trevor O'Neil, Jose Diaz, Gloria Ma'ae, and Stephen Faessel. Council Member Avelino Valencia joined the meeting at 3:27 P.M. MEMBERS ABSENT: Council Member Jose F. Murenu STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Jim Vanderpool, City Attorney Robert Fabela, and City Clerk Theresa Bass WORKSHOP: Mid -Year Budget Workshop Mayor Sidhu noted how well the City has recovered financially from the pandemic. City Clerk Theresa Bass announced there was a technical difficulty with the televised feed of the meeting but stated it was presently being broadcast on the City's website, permitting community access. Finance Director Deborah Moreno reported the adopted Fiscal Year 2020/2021 (FY 20/21) budget included $1.7 billion in expenditures with 43% coming from Enterprise Funds. She added the majority of the non -restricted funds come from the General Fund, which accounts for 18% of the budget. She noted the General Fund closed FY 20/21 slightly higher than projected due to the Anaheim Resort reopening in April, leading to an increase over projections of $5,500,000 in Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) and $8,500,000 in Sales Tax. She added only $34,000,000 in bond proceeds were needed in FY 20/21 despite a projection of $130,000,000. She noted the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) brought $107,000,000 to the City to replace revenue lost during the pandemic with half of the $107,000,000 counting towards FY 20/21. Ms. Moreno highlighted approximately 20 neighborhood benefits and services the City provides for its residents, led by the formation of the Community Care Response Team (CCRT) to work with the homeless and provide relief to the Anaheim Police Department (APD). Ms. Moreno reported the adopted FY 21/22 budget includes $1.8 billion in expenditures with 40% coming from the Enterprise Funds. She added the majority of the non -restricted funds come from the General Fund, which accounts for 21 % of the budget. She stated the $444,800,000 General Fund draws 63% of its revenues from the "big three" taxes of TOT (24%), Property Tax (20%), and Sales Tax (19%). She added the $444,800,000 of General Fund uses are highlighted by personnel services, which account for 61 %. Ms. Moreno focused on the $107,900,000 in budgeted TOT revenues for FY 21/22 and reported that December 2021 was the best TOT month in Anaheim's history. She added the City could expect to see above -average TOT figures for the rest of the year and has based its projections for the remainder of FY 21/22 following normal pre -pandemic revenue patterns. She reported the City is now projecting FY 21/22 TOT collections at $167,300,000. City Council Minutes of March 1, 2022 Page 2 of 16 Ms. Moreno reported the adopted FY 21/22 budget anticipated $83,100,000 in Sales Tax but this figure now projects to $90,000,000. She added the FY 21/22 budget anticipated $89,400,000 in Property Tax and this is projected to be an accurate figure. She added the growth in Property Tax has been between 4-6% in recent years, well over the statutory increase threshold of 2%. Ms. Moreno reported the General Fund sees 84% of its funding go towards services, including salaries and operating expenses. She added debt service accounts for 14% of the General Fund's expenses. She added 65% of the services funding goes towards keeping the City safe. Ms. Moreno reported the City is now expecting a surplus of $43,000,000 in FY 21/22 in part due to the TOT increases and ARPA funds. She added the City remains cautious partly due to the potential impacts on tourism of the geopolitical conflict in Ukraine. Should this surplus riiate ialize, she recommended one-time investment possibilities for the surplus of $10,000,000 each towards community improvements, deferred maintenance of municipal facilities, and either debt repayment or reserve replenishment. She reviewed the timeline for adopting the FY 22/23 budget. DISCUSSION: In response to Mayor Sidhu's inquiries, Ms. Moreno confirmed the TOT is expected to generate $60,000,000 more than the adopted budget's estimate. She clarified staff would make further recommendations based on how things progress through the end of the Fiscal Year relative to the pandemic and geopolitical conflict. She added staff is being cautious because nine months do not make a complete year. She confirmed the $30,000,000 recommendation on surplus reallocations is based on the current projections but added the exact figure could change by the end of the Fiscal Year. She clarified the $92,600,000 projection for reserves is based upon having the current surplus of $43,000,000 and not reallocating any of it elsewhere. She added after the recommended three $10,000,000 one-time reinvestments, the remaining $13,000,000 could be used at Council's discretion. Mayor Sidhu credited the record visitor levels to Anaheim Resort to the Council helping keep Visit Anaheim in business through its investment. Council Member Faessel stated it has been a tough two years and credited the Community Services Department for its work serving as the face of the City during the pandemic. He stated the residents view their government through the lens of public safety, public works, parks, libraries, and services. He commended Director of Public Works Rudy Emami for the work staff has done on City streets while maximizing every dollar. He encouraged the City's financial staff to focus on how the residents view the City as a service organization while working on the budget. Council Member Valencia appreciated the news of having a surplus. He echoed Council Member Faessel's call to focus on public safety, services, and resident amenities when managing the surplus. He also encouraged directing some of the surplus to quickly repaying the City's bond debts to help lessen future interest payments. Council Member O'Neil stated the numbers are encouraging, including having the best TOT month ever. He thanked all the City staff who helped weather the pandemic. In response to Council Member O'Neil's inquiries, Ms. Moreno confirmed the City is $71,000,000 over its estimate for operating sources. She confirmed this makes a revenue assumption through the end of the Fiscal Year. She clarified there is a $71,000,000 overage in operating sources but also an increase in the expected operating uses, leading to the $43,100,000 total surplus projection. She clarified $43,100,000 is how far ahead of the initial projection the City expects to ultimately be. City Council Minutes of March 1, 2022 Page 3 of 16 In response to Council Member O'Neil's inquiries, Ms. Moreno clarified the City has only used $34,000,000 of the $130,000,000 it recently borrowed. She added they anticipated using about $50,000,000 in FY 21/22. She stated the remaining money is sitting in the bank and available to use for future years' deficits. She added FY 21/22's revenues have increased faster than expected but there are still deficits projected for future years. She clarified the only reason the City has a surplus for this year is the ARPA money. She stated it is less costly to repay the bonds after 10 years but there are call provisions allowing for an earlier repayment based upon the Resort bond repayment schedule. Council Member O'Neil agreed with Council Member Valencia on prioritizing repayment of the City's borrowed money. He also expressed support for using it on community improvements, deferred maintenance, and adding to reserves including the Section 115 1 rust Fund. Council Member Diaz recalled the budget presentation a year ago was somber and credited great decisions for getting to this point, including not laying off City employees. He stated decisions to help the tourism industry are to be thanked for the strong recovery. He added having a debt service of only 14% is good but stressed it should not be neglected. He expressed support for spending the surplus on the community as Ms. Moreno suggested. He encouraged Council to think about Beach Boulevard in District 1. Mayor Sidhu stated Beach Boulevard is moving forward. Council Member Ma'ae reported since joining the Council she hears often about public safety and homelessness. She noted the City did not layoff any staff during the pandemic, which Mayor Sidhu confirmed. She thanked all of the departments in preparation for the budget and their continued efforts through the pandemic. She thanked Council for its stewardship of the City through historically difficult times. In response to Mayor Sidhu's inquiries, Ms. Moreno confirmed this is the final ARPA payment. She confirmed the City has spent $34,000,000 of the $130,000,000 the City borrowed last year. She confirmed the City is earning interest on the remaining funds. She stated when staff returns to Council to discuss the FY 22/23 budget there would be an updated five-year projection of future debts and how to best use the remaining borrowed funds. She stated the City has repaid all of its callable bonds. She stated the City has budget deficits in the forecast for the next few years. She added the City only has a surplus this year due to the ARPA funds. She stated her expectation the coming years would not see the same dramatic growth rate as FY 21/22. Mayor Sidhu commended all department heads for managing their expenses leading to the surplus. He agreed with Council about supporting the three proposed $10,000,000 uses for the surplus and requested the City Manager formalize the one-time investments. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION: None PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM: None City Council Minutes of March 1, 2022 Page 4 of 16 CLOSED SESSION: At 3:59 P.M., Mayor Sidhu recessed to closed session for consideration of the following: 1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION (Subdivision (d)(1) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code) Name of Case: Santiago Geologic Hazard Abatement District v. City of Anaheim; Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2021-01203933 (and related JAMS arbitration proceeding, Case No. 1200059076) At 5:02 P.M., Mayor Sidhu reconvened the City Council. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Harry Sidhu and Council Menibers Trevor O'Neil, Jose Diaz, Gloria Ma'ae, Avelino Valencia, and Stephen Faessel MEMBERS ABSENT: Council Member Jose F. Moreno City Clerk Theresa Bass announced there continued to be a technical difficulty with the televised feed of the meeting but stated it was presently being broadcast on the City's website, permitting community access. INVOCATION: Pastor James Bove, Calvary Chapel Anaheim FLAG SALUTE: Mayor Pro Tern Trevor O'Neil Presentation: Presentation by the Cypress College Foundation Cypress College Foundation Executive Director Howard Kummerman recognized Anaheim resident Stephen Sain as one of its Citizens of the Year. Mr. Sain spoke of his many charitable endeavors in the City including his work with the Anaheim Community Foundation. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDAS: None PUBLIC COMMENTS (all agenda items, except public hearing): City Clerk Theresa Bass reported that a total of 15 public comments were received electronically prior to 5:00 P.M. related to City Council agenda items and matters within the jurisdiction of the Anaheim City Council. [A final total of 15 public comments were received electronically, distributed to the City Council, and made part of the official record]. — See Appendix. Prior to receipt of public comments, an outline of rules for public comments and a brief decorum statement was provided by Ms. Bass. Aida Garcia commended the Meals on Wheels program and invited the program to assist the homebound elderly at Rancho La Paz Mobile Home Park. She stated the October 2019 rent stabilization law does not apply to mobile home owners. She requested Council consideration of a multi -purpose center in the City in District 3. She stated half of the City's population is over 50 years of age with many of them being over 60 years of age. She requested Council consider a rent stabilization ordinance. City Council Minutes of March 1, 2022 Page 5 of 16 Paul Hyek stated churches should be allowed to help house up to 12 homeless per church without a Conditional Use Permit. He stated shelters should be walk-in, walk -out. He reported there is difficulty in finding housing for people on probation. He criticized Mercy House and believed the homeless should run the shelter and stated he would make the same suggestion at the next Orange County Board of Supervisors meeting. Mark Richard Daniels reported the Western High School boys' basketball team won the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) championship. He thanked those who helped him move from Beach Boulevard to the Lexington Courtyard Apartments, an old hotel converted to apartments by the City. He questioned why Council did not agree with Council Member Moreno to address the public safety issue of street racing, noting people have been killed street racing in other cities. He encouraged the Councii to embrace public safety and questioned if they did not support the discussion only because it was Council Member Moreno's suggestion. He thanked Council Member Valencia for being the only one to side with Council Member Moreno on his call for a Council discussion about street racing. Fred Sigala Jr. condemned the process behind the City's agreements with the Los Angeles Angels and how they have since been handled. He criticized Mayor Sidhu for appointing himself as the sole negotiator and stated it has raised suspicions. He stated giving the Angels exclusive rights is evidence of how Mayor Sidhu is a bad negotiator. He noted the Angels' role in the City's political process and theorized about things that could go on behind closed doors. He stated Anaheim Hotel bartered to get Council Member Ma'ae seated on the Council. He stated there might be corruption or foolishness and naivety. He stated the City has already lost a lot through Angel Stadium's low sale price and could lose even more with the looming potential State fine. He stated the sale is a massive failure for the City and called for a better way forward. Vance Dizney proposed an adjustable center wall for the City's freeways allowing for better flow of traffic in certain directions at certain times of the day and presented designs of his proposal. Vern Nelson stated the Angel Stadium deal was Mayor Sidhu's payback to Angels owner Arte Moreno for helping to get him elected by just over 400 votes. He stated that Anaheim voters should know in this election year the deal was a quid pro quo. He noted everyone on the Council, except for former Mayor Tom Tait, supported the proposed 2013 lease of the stadium land for $1, helping him to a 2014 reelection victory. He added the Angels predictably remained in Anaheim despite the $1 lease not being approved but then falsely threatened to move just before the 2018 election to help gain support for Mayor Sidhu. He alleged Mayor Sidhu was not even able to get the team to change its name back to the Anaheim Angels because of his political debts to Mr. Moreno. Mike Robbins stated the City is over $1 billion in debt while other area cities are prospering. He stated Anaheim's voters were paid up to $150 per vote to elect corporate puppets. He believed the dais was corrupt, morally vacant, and beholden to outside interests who do not care about good schools, proper safety services, or a nice park because they do not live in the City. He stated the Council Members are supposed to be the chosen delegates of Anaheim and not representatives of special interests. Jeannine Robbins stated the recent invasion of Ukraine makes it clear what constitutes a democracy and a dictatorship and believed Anaheim is a dictatorship. She stated Mayor Sidhu's behavior has surpassed even that of former Council Members Jordan Brandman, Lucille Kring, or Council Member Kris Murray. She stated residents are embarrassed by Mayor Sidhu and also by having to justify why he is their Mayor. She stated he would someday end up in jail with his cohorts. She criticized his condescending attitude, arrogance, and pompous tone towards Council Member Moreno. She noted City Council Minutes of March 1, 2022 Page 6 of 16 he regularly refers to the police, City staff, and the City Attorney as if they belong to him and added that residents despise him. Wes Jones expressed his disappointment that Council Member Moreno could not get a third Council Member to agree to agendize the street racing issue for a Council discussion. He thanked Council Member Valencia for his second. He added needing a third is a trick created by Mayor Sidhu's boss, former Mayor Curt Pringle, to help stop Council Member Moreno and former Council Member Denise Barnes. He stated needing a third is done to disenfranchise residents. He reported Council Members Diaz and Ma'ae both told him directly that the Anaheim Police Department (APD) is on top of the street racing issue but added they fail to realize what agendizing means in terms of bringing the public together. He expressed hope that blocking everything Council Member Moreno attempts to agendize does not continue. Bob Donelson agreed with the previous speakers and encouraged all Anaheim voters to look at the money given to the Mayor and Council Members as political donations going back to their donors as City dollars. He stated the Council was not honorable in undervaluing the Angel Stadium deal to help make Mr. Moreno billions of dollars. He encouraged residents to vote against everyone up for reelection because the replacements could not be any worse. He disagreed with their treatment of Council Member Moreno and ignoring differing opinions. He noted how that many of Council Member Faessel's viewpoints have changed since Mayor Sidhu's election and added he has no respect for Council Member Faessel's flip-flopping. He stated his surprise that so many taxpayer dollars going back to political donors is not criminal. David Klawe thanked everyone on the Council who came to the Anaheim Youth Center on February 22 for the Rebuild Beach presentation. He noted the progress of developments along the Beach Boulevard corridor, like 39 Commons along with an increased, proactive APD presence. He gave special thanks to APD Sergeant Brian Paqua for all he and his team do for west Anaheim. He commended the community's attendance at the meeting and its ability to offer help on the matter. Cecil Jordan Corkern reported he has been studying security at Disneyland, alleged there is pornography on the Disney Junior television network, and reported meeting Walt Disney at Kohl's on December 16, 2019. He requested Council Member Valencia's cellular telephone number so they could discuss his research. He stated he is waiting for Council to get rid of the prostitution and drugs from the motels on Beach Boulevard and added there is a problem with the homeless at the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Beach Boulevard. Junior Tauvaa, Chief Sales Officer at Visit Anaheim, reported the Natural Products Expo West convention, the City's largest since the pandemic started, would be held in March bringing over 60,000 people with $145,000,000 in economic impact, including $2,000,000-$3,000,000 in TOT. He added the City would host four other conventions in March, generating a combined $250,000,000 in economic impact. He thanked Council for its support, allowing the tourism business to return so strongly. Bryan Kaye noted Mr. Daniels finally found a home and how Mr. Daniels immediately thanked the City offering the Council deserved praise but added it does not take away from the Council's wrongdoings. He stated the City recently celebrated Black History Month and the Holocaust but continues to stand by the APD when one of its officers hurled racial insults at him. He stated Council has an opportunity to improve the APD. City Council Minutes of March 1, 2022 Page 7 of 16 Kenneth Batiste clarified he has nothing personally against Mayor Sidhu but instead with what he represents. He stated Disneyland is a good company but not for the residents. He believed Mayor Sidhu takes from the poor and gives to the rich, amassing $1.5 billion in debt and believed someone has to rub Mayor Sidhu's palm to get anything built in the City. He encouraged residents to remember Mayor Sidhu allowed their neighborhoods to deteriorate. Rebecca Kovacs -Stein spoke on behalf of Rancho La Paz resident Lupe Ramirez noting Council shifted the responsibility to the State to help enact rent controls in mobile home parks while most of the Council Members took campaign donations from the owner of Rancho La Paz whose senior citizen residents struggled and even died. She stated Council did not care about the residents. She reported the State saved them from becoming homeless while Mayor Sidhu only has businesses and campaign contributions in mind. She called for help from the State again to help block the sale of Angel Stadium. CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE: City Manager Jim Vanderpool reported the Central Community Policing Team attended a Neighborhood Watch meeting at the Lakeview Townhome Association, attended by approximately 30 residents, and discussed issues of concern around the neighborhood. Mr. Vanderpool also announced the first class of the Public Awareness through Citizen Education (PACE) was held this week and noted this was the 43rd time the program had been provided by the Police Department. He encouraged the public to find more information on the City's website under the Police Department tab. CONSENT CALENDAR: At 6:03 P.M., the Consent Calendar was considered. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem O'Neil moved to waive reading of all ordinances and resolutions and adopt the balance of the consent calendar, 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 — 6 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members O'Neil, Diaz, Ma'ae, Valencia, and Faessel); NOES — 0; ABSENT — 1 (Council Member Moreno). Motion carried. B105 1. Receive and file minutes of the Library Board meeting of January 10, 2022 and the Public Utilities Board meeting of January 26, 2022. D116 2. Approve proclamation recognizing Meals on Wheels Orange County and their 50 years of the National Senior Nutrition Program. 3. Award the construction contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Arnaz Engineering AGR-13379 Contractors, Inc., in the amount of $687,400, for the Miscellaneous Water Vault Nos. 26, 33, and 55 Rehabilitation/Abandonment Project; authorize Director of Public Works to execute the contract and related documents and to take the necessary actions to implement and administer the contract; determine the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Sections 15301(b), 15302(c), and 15303 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; and authorize the Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions. City Council Minutes of March 1, 2022 Page 8 of 16 AGR-13380 4. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder R.J. Noble Company, in the amount of $2,110,265.04, for the Euclid Street Rehabilitation Project from Broadway to 850' north of Lincoln Avenue and Catalpa Drive to the SR-91 Freeway; authorize the Director of Public Works to execute the contract and related documents and to take the necessary actions to implement and administer the contract; determine the project is categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Class 1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; and authorize the Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions. AGR-13381 5. Rescind the contract awarded to Baltazar Construction, Inc. on January 11, 2022 for the Concrete Facilities Removal and Reconstruction - Citywide Phase 7 Project (Project) and authorize staff to pursue recovery of the associa'red bid securiiy; award a new consiruc'rion contract for the Project to the second lowest responsible bidder, Towo Enterprise, Inc., in the amount of $382,650; authorize the Director of Public Works to execute the contract and related documents and to take the necessary actions to implement and administer the contract; determine the project is categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Sections 15301, Class 1, and 15302, Class 2, of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; and authorize the Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions. AGR-13382 6. Approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Anaheim Union High School District for the School Resource Officer Program for a term from January 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025 with one additional two-year extension period; authorize the Police Chief to administer the MOU and to take the necessary actions to implement such agreement and related documents; and increase the Police Department's Fiscal Year 2021/22 revenue and expenditure appropriations by $706,500. Pilo 7 RESOLUTION NO. 2022-020 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM vacating a portion of a public utility easement located at 2941 West Lincoln Avenue pursuant to California Streets and Highways Code Section 8330, et seq. - Summary Vacation (ABA2022-00413). D114 8. Approve minutes of the City Council meetings of August 24, 2021 and September 14, 2021. END OF CONSENT CALENDAR: 9• RESOLUTION NO. 2022-021 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY AGR- OF ANAHEIM, authorizing the execution and delivery of a schedule to the Master Equipment 1490.V.0.4 Lease/Purchase Agreement for the acquisition, financing and leasing of certain equipment for AGR- the public benefit within the terms provided herein; authorizing the execution and delivery of 1490.V.0.4.0.1 other documents required in connection therewith; and authorizing all other actions necessary AGR- to the consummation of the transactions contemplated by this resolution [acquisition of eight 1490.V.0.5 ambulances at an estimated cost of $1,450,000; acquisition of information technology AGR- equipment at an estimated cost of $6,500,000]. 1490.V.0.5.0.1 Authorize the Purchasing Agent to issue purchase orders as necessary, following the guidelines of Council Policy 4.0, to acquire eight (8) Emergency Transport Ambulances. Mayor Sidhu reported that the City's ambulance program has served the City well thus far, noting how useful it was during the recent Omicron variant wave of COVID-19 when local medical resources were stretched thin. City Council Minutes of March 1, 2022 Page 9 of 16 Finance Director Deborah Moreno reported staff is requesting permission to purchase eight (8) ambulances and necessary related equipment. She stated the request is not to exceed $8,000,000 working through the Banc of America Capital Corporation (BAPCC) for the financing. Anaheim Fire and Rescue (AF&R) Chief Pat Russell reported the goals of the program were to create a program encouraging local youth to consider a career in public safety, control the path of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) going forward, and create a financially -stable program. He reported succeeding on all three goals. Fire Chief Russell reported EMS and other medical services statewide are strained by the pandemic and the private ambulance industry is struggling for a lack of staff. He added this has also caused strain on fire departments trying to figure out how to handle emergency transportation in addition to longer transport wait times for those in need. Fire Chief Russell stated the City's ambulance program began on September 3, 2021, with three (3) ambulances, replacing CARE Ambulance Service (CARE) ambulances at Fire Stations 1, 3, and 6. He added 32 ambulance drivers were hired by the City — 18 of them full-time. He added they have proven to be of a high caliber at a time when the field is very competitive. He added six (6) of the drivers have already been hired into AF&R, including a young Anaheim native, and one into law enforcement. He added AF&R is ready to implement the second phase of the program, including the purchase of eight (8) additional ambulances. Ms. Moreno reported there would be semi-annual payments of approximately $118,000 beginning in September. She noted the payments are offset by the anticipated savings from contracted ambulance services. She added all purchases would be made following the guidelines set in Council Policy 4.0. Deputy Finance Director Jean Ibalio reported the computer infrastructure improvements would cost approximately $4,000,000 including devices to allow for dependable connectivity to the City's network along with replacement servers to allow for continued growth. She added disaster recovery equipment would cost $2,000,000 and help continue technical operations during unplanned disaster scenarios and also protect against cyber threats. She added building security video surveillance equipment would cost about $500,000 to modernize equipment and allow the City to meet expanded retention requirements. Ms. Ibalio reported in recent years capital expenditures in the Internal Service Fund for information services have been limited to only the most essential needs. She stated the outdated equipment calls for using this fund to help the City reduce risks. She stated the funding would be through a Lease/Purchase Agreement not to exceed $6,500,000 at an interest rate of 2.35% over a five-year term. She added the acquisition of the equipment is subject to the City's procurement process, which would be made while abiding by Council Policy 4.0. Ms. Moreno stated the proposal would alleviate immediate needs and risks without adding costs to the City. DISCUSION: In response to Mayor Sidhu's inquiry, Ms. Moreno reported the financing would happen immediately to help take advantage of the low interest rate and noted that the rate has been locked in. In response to Mayor Sidhu's inquiries, Fire Chief Russell reported the program has added about $3,900,000 in savings to the General Fund thus far. He added the pandemic was unanticipated and City Council Minutes of March 1, 2022 Page 10 of 16 has delayed the full implementation of the program. He added that this year the AF&R is continuing the hybrid model with CARE because the City does not have all of the needed ambulances yet. He stated his estimation of the value of Anaheim's ambulance service is approximately $10,000,000 annually and the fully implemented program would cost the City only about $5,000,000 annually. Mayor Sidhu stated it was great news that the City could both have internal control of the critical EMS area and also save money. He expressed his support for the item. In response to Mayor Pro Tern O'Neil's inquiry, Ms. Moreno clarified the ambulance and Information Technology (IT) components are separate. Mayor Pro Tern O'Neil applauded Fire Chief Russell for a rare instance where a City can run a program of this importance cheaper than the private sector. In response to Mayor Pro Tern O'Neil's inquiries, AF&R Captain Dave Barry clarified the cost to CARE is $5,590,000 annually but there was a feeling these costs were inflated when it was being renegotiated in 2019. He reported CARE was underpaying employees allowing the City to reduce the contract by $250,000 down to $5,340,000. He added the City's ambulance program's costs thus far have been $4,100,000, leading to the $1,400,000 of savings reported. He added once the full program is implemented they would realize the full savings. He confirmed the $5,530,000 figure is for the current alliance model contract with CARE. He stated before the alliance model, the City was receiving about $1,400,000 annually from CARE but noted CARE was able to do all of the billing amounting to about $10,000,000. He confirmed this is where the $10,000,000 figure comes from, which will only cost the City $5,000,000. He clarified there is some accounting lag because the City's program began in July 2021 and it takes a few months for billings to process. He added the City first saw its anticipated $800-900,000 a month of billing revenue beginning in December 2021. In response to Mayor Pro Tern O'Neil's inquiries, Ms. Moreno clarified the FY 21/22 budget anticipated a $1,500,000 savings in part of having CARE still under contract. She stated her expectation they would hit the full anticipated savings in a year when the program was fully operational. She confirmed they would have real savings numbers when the FY 22/23 budget was discussed in a couple of months. Captain Barry clarified the $1,500,000 figure is comparing the current alliance model to an all -Anaheim model. He added billing remains the same in either model. Mayor Pro Tern O'Neil stated he was happy the program was playing out as anticipated and expressed his support for both the ambulance program and IT component. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern O'Neil moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2022-021 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM, authorizing the execution and delivery of a schedule to the Master Equipment Lease/Purchase Agreement for the acquisition, financing and leasing of certain equipment for the public benefit within the terms provided herein; authorizing the execution and delivery of other documents required in connection therewith; and authorizing all other actions necessary to the consummation of the transactions contemplated by this resolution and authorize the Purchasing Agent to issue purchase orders as necessary, following the guidelines of Council Policy 4.0, to acquire eight (8) Emergency Transport Ambulances, seconded by Council Member Ma'ae. DISCUSSION: Council Member Diaz stated this was the next step in what has already been approved. He stated Fire Chief Russell omitted a fourth goal of providing better service. He noted the current struggles of private ambulance companies and added the City is not having these issues. City Council Minutes of March 1, 2022 Page 11 of 16 At 6:30 P.M., Mayor Sidhu paused consideration of Item No. 09 to address Public Hearing Item No. 12. PUBLIC HEARING: E127 11. This is a public hearing to 1) receive and file public input and testimony on communities of M142 interest, district boundaries, and draft maps; and 2) select a draft Council District Map for adoption. Receive and file public input and testimony on communities of interest, district boundaries, and draft maps. ORDINANCE NO. 6527 (INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM, adjusting the City Council voting district boundaries following the 2020 decennial census, adopting a new Council District Map to implement the redrawn district boundaries, amending Chapter 1.26 of the Anaheim Municipal Code to make corresponding changes, and determining that said actions are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines because they will not have a significant effect on the environment. City Clerk Theresa Bass reported all draft redistricting maps would be considered for selection and added that they have been posted on the City's website. Justin Levitt, Vice President of the National Demographics Corporation (NDC), reviewed the required procedures and criteria when considering map selection, including federal laws, the California Voting Rights Act, and California's FAIR MAPS Act. He added all maps being considered tonight meet the required criteria. He added tonight's discussion's focal point would be on communities of interest and how different maps achieve this criterion. Mr. Levitt noted Map 102 only has one majority Latino district by eligible voting population. He reviewed Map 104 and Map 106, which were discussed at the previous Council meeting, and had questions concerning the area around Sycamore Junior High School. He reported Map 114 was also discussed at the last public hearing. He added based on the discussion in January, NDC developed Map 116 and Map 117 using the general alignment of Map 106 with the lone difference between the two being a small area along State College Boulevard to help keep the population deviation under the required 10%. DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Diaz's inquiry, Mr. Levitt confirmed any map drawn tonight would have to be published and made available to the public for at least one week before they could act on it. Mayor Sidhu opened the public hearing. City Clerk Theresa Bass reported that a total of 17 public comments were received electronically prior to 6:30 P.M. related to Public Hearing Item No. 11. [A final total of 17 public comments were received electronically, distributed to the City Council, and made part of the official record]. — See Appendix. David Klawe stated he resides in District 2 and designed Map 102. He stated his map was the best and protects the communities of interest while moving the Sycamore Junior High School area to District 3 as requested in community meetings. He stated all maps have five districts that are majority City Council Minutes of March 1, 2022 Page 12 of 16 Hispanic but not necessarily by voting -age population. He added Asian -Americans represent about 28% of west Anaheim and questioned why they should be lessened in the name of achieving three majority -Hispanic districts when Hispanics have a track record of being elected. He added Map 114 extending District 3 west of Euclid Street relocates some Arab -American communities out of District 2 whereas his map keeps Little Arabia together. He called for a map with no racial gerrymandering. He added his map also has easily identifiable borders, following the 2016 map closely. He stated he is not in favor of Map 114 because it breaks up west Anaheim and does not use easily identifiable borders. He encouraged Council to keep west Anaheim whole on any map. Amin Nash stated Little Arabia is his community of interest and he supports Map 114 for keeping Little Arabia whole and closely mirroring the current map, adopted in 2016. He recommended moving the Sycamore area from District 5 to District 3 and having a single representative for Little Arabia. Rosa Isela (translation: Spanish), District 5 resident, expressed support for Map 114 for its equal population divisions. Rosalia Gavely (translation: Spanish) expressed how much she enjoys living in Anaheim. She endorsed Map 114 and called for the support of her representative, Council Member Valencia. Remedios Hernandez (translation: Spanish) stated she is a long-term District 4 resident and supports Map 114. Blanca (translation: Spanish), District 5 resident, expressed support of Map 114 and urged her representative, Council Member Faessel, to support Map 114. Brianna Nava, 16-year-old District 4 resident, expressed support for Map 114 where the Latinx community would be a majority and could better celebrate its communal heritage. Martha Rivera (translation: Spanish), District 4 resident, expressed support for Map 114. Dayana Badillo Marin spoke as a 15-year old resident of areas in Districts 3, 4, and 5, mostly in the Ponderosa neighborhood. She endorsed Map 114 for its balance between the three districts. Andrea Rivera, 15-year old resident of District 4, lauded the City's Hispanic diversity and stated Map 114 best shares this ethnic diversity. Efrain Martinez, District 4 resident, noted he enjoys both the district's cultural celebrations and unity in challenging times. He endorsed Map 114 to best represent and activate Anaheim's part of the 714 area code. Cindy Salgado Ochoa, 16-year-old resident, spoke of her love for her community and expressed support for Map 114. Carmen Zondii (translation: Spanish), an immigrant and 20-year Anaheim resident, expressed support for Map 114. She added Map 114 is the best option for the next 10 years and encouraged her representative, Council Member Valencia, to support it. Genoveva Garcia (translation: Spanish), District 3 resident, urged City Council to make the best redistricting decision for the whole City and did not endorse a specific map. Mayor Sidhu closed the public hearing. City Council Minutes of March 1, 2022 Page 13 of 16 DISCUSSION: Mayor Sidhu stated redistricting has been discussed for eight months and commended the community's participation. He added he is an immigrant, like most of the speakers tonight, noting almost 50% of the City's population is Hispanic. He added there would not have to be many changes from the 2016 map overall with Districts 1, 2, and 6 not requiring any significant changes. He stated they would keep Hispanic communities together and also not divide the downtown community. He thanked Mr. Klawe for his work with Map 102. He expressed his support for Map 114. Council Member Faessel stated he did not support Map 114 and insisted they keep the Platinum Triangle together. He stated the State College Boulevard business corridor should be kept whole just like the Brookhurst Street corridor should be. He stated he would be willing to accept Map 114 if the piece south of Ball Road was still in District 5, suggesting they could adjust the divider between Districts 5 and 6 for counterbalance. He added he was open to any combination of alignments in Districts 3, 4, and 5 north of Lincoln Avenue but would not approve any map dividing the Platinum Triangle. Mayor Pro Tern O'Neil noted his District 6 stays the same in Map 114. He stated he would like to keep the Platinum Triangle together but does not find it either fair or practical due to the anticipated growth in the area. He added the Platinum Triangle would almost certainly have to be divided up after the 2030 United States Census so they might as well preemptively split it for fair representation. He added this is a balancing act and there would not be a perfect map for everyone. He stated it has been an eight -month process and he does not want to tinker further. Council Member Diaz thanked Mr. Levitt, Ms. Bass, and the community. He applauded the teenage speakers for their civic involvement. He stated he likes Maps 102 and 114 the best but would endorse Map 114 after hearing from the residents. He added it would help the Latino vote and keeps most communities of interest together. Council Member Valencia echoed what Council Member O'Neil stated about getting ahead of the inevitable growth in the Platinum Triangle lest District 5 fall out of compliance in five years for being too large. He stated redistricting has been a transparent, fair, and inclusive process as promised. He noted no map is perfect but he endorsed Map 114 for its respect for communities of interest and having clear boundaries similar to the current map. He thanked the public speakers in Spanish. Council Member Ma'ae thanked the teenage speakers in particular for getting involved. She thanked Mr. Klawe for all of his effort on Map 102 and others. She noted that Map 114 would impact District 2 the most for placing its northern end in District 3 but added for balancing the needs of her district with the needs of the entire City that she would endorse Map 114. She thanked the public speakers in Spanish and commended their respectful tone. Mayor Sidhu stated he would like to have all of the Council Members unified, but noted that this could not always happen. MOTION: Mayor Sidhu moved to receive and file public input, select Map 114, and introduce ORDINANCE NO. 6527 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM, adjusting the City Council voting district boundaries following the 2020 decennial census, adopting a new Council District Map to implement the redrawn district boundaries, amending Chapter 1.26 of the Anaheim Municipal Code to make corresponding changes, and determining that said actions are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State CEQA City Council Minutes of March 1, 2022 Page 14 of 16 Guidelines because they will not have a significant effect on the environment, seconded by Council Member Diaz. DISCUSSION: Ms. Bass stated, if the motion was approved, the ordinance would come back for adoption at the March 15 City Council meeting. MOTION: Mayor Sidhu moved to receive and file public input, select Map 114, and introduce ORDINANCE NO. 6527 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM, adjusting the City Council voting district boundaries following the 2020 decennial census, adopting a new Council District Map to implement the redrawn district boundaries, amending Chapter 1.26 of the Anaheim Municipal Code to make corresponding changes, and determining that said actions are exempt from the California Environmeniai Qualify Aci (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines because they will not have a significant effect on the environment, seconded by Council Member Diaz. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 5 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members O'Neil, Diaz, Ma'ae, and Valencia); NOES — 1 (Council Member Faessel); ABSENT —1 (Council Member Moreno). Motion carried; ordinance introduced. Discussion and consideration of Item No. 09 resumed at 7:34 P.M. 9. RESOLUTION NO. 2022-021 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY AGR-1490.V.0.4 OF ANAHEIM, authorizing the execution and delivery of a schedule to the Master Equipment AGR- Lease/Purchase Agreement for the acquisition, financing and leasing of certain equipment for 1490.V.0.4.0.1 the public benefit within the terms provided herein; authorizing the execution and delivery of AGR-1490.V.0.5 other documents required in connection therewith; and authorizing all other actions necessary AGR- to the consummation of the transactions contemplated by this resolution [acquisition of eight 1490.V.0.5.0.1 ambulances at an estimated cost of $1,450,000; acquisition of information technology equipment at an estimated cost of $6,500,000]. Authorize the Purchasing Agent to issue purchase orders as necessary, following the guidelines of Council Policy 4.0, to acquire eight (8) Emergency Transport Ambulances. DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Faessel's inquiry, Finance Director Deborah Moreno clarified the terminology Lease/Purchase Agreement refers to leasing the vehicles to own them as opposed to an either/or situation. Council Member Faessel stated he was fully supportive of the ambulance program and congratulated Fire Chief Russell on getting it started. In response to Council Member Faessel's inquiry, Ms. Moreno clarified the IT component is another step they have yet to take and it would be handled adhering to the City's normal purchasing policies. She added this item was simply to secure the financing component. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem O'Neil moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2022-021 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM, authorizing the execution and delivery of a schedule to the Master Equipment Lease/Purchase Agreement for the acquisition, financing and leasing of certain equipment for the public benefit within the terms provided herein; authorizing the execution and delivery of other documents required in connection therewith; and authorizing all other actions necessary to the consummation of the transactions contemplated by this resolution and authorize the Purchasing Agent to issue purchase orders as necessary, following the guidelines of Council Policy 4.0, to acquire eight (8) Emergency Transport Ambulances, seconded by City Council Minutes of March 1, 2022 Page 15 of 16 Council Member Ma'ae. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 6 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members O'Neil, Diaz, Ma'ae, Valencia, and Faessel); NOES — 0; ABSENT — 1 (Council Member Moreno). Motion carried. D116 10. Update on the City's response to COVID-19 Mayor Sidhu stated the report on the Omicron Variant wave is encouraging, as the City has returned to where it was in December 2021 and is getting back to normal while staying ready to respond to any future outbreaks. He stated COVID-19 is not going away and encouraged residents to remain vigilant, including getting vaccinated, boosted, and wearing masks. Chief Communications Officer Mike Lyster reported there has been a continued dramatic drop in cases since the last update in early February. He noted cases in Orange County are down to 2,916 after peaking at 52,418 on January 18. He reported Orange County's case rate is down to 11, positivity rate is down to 3.7%, and health equity is down to 3.3%. He stated 75% of the County over the age of five (5) is fully vaccinated with 84% having received at least one vaccine shot. He reported case, positivity, and health equity statistics for the City are slightly higher but mirror the County's dramatic downward trend over the past month. Mr. Lyster stated the City is currently at a "pandemic normal" status and this is forecasted to last through the spring. He added the latest variant to watch is the Deltacrom sub variant but noted no new variant was currently slowing the decline in cases. Mr. Lyster reported as of today there was no more mask requirement in the State but masks remain strongly recommended. He added masks are still required on mass transit, in healthcare settings, and in schools through March 11. He stated workplace regulations about masks would now align with the public rules. He added the regulations for admission to large events would still require proof of vaccination or a negative test. Informational item - No action taken. REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS: None PUBLIC COMMENTS (non -agenda items): None COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS/AGENDA REQUESTS: Council Member Valencia wished everyone a happy Ash Wednesday. Council Member Faessel requested a proclamation recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Anaheim Lions Club, concurred by Council Member Ma'ae and Mayor Pro Tern O'Neil. He thanked Police and Code Enforcement staff for meeting with residents and business owners to discuss issues at a shopping center at State College Blvd. and Lincoln Ave. and thanked staff and the community for the virtual Districts 5 and 6 Community Services Meeting. He reported his attendance at the CERT recognition dinner at North Net, a furniture distribution event at St. Justin Martyr Catholic Church, the MUZEO artist reception, and the virtual Youth in Government Day. He announced Opening Day of East Anaheim Little League to be held on Saturday, March 11 at Juarez Park and reminded everyone that Daylight Savings Time begins on March 13. City Council Minutes of March 1, 2022 Page 16 of 16 Council Member Ma'ae displayed photos of the furniture distribution event and thanked Wincome Hospitality for donating 50 rooms of furniture to those in need, noting it was the seventh time they had done this. She also thanked the volunteers at the event. Regarding street racing, she stated she values actions, not words, and noted she met with the resident who came to the last meeting and has been working with the Police Department to plan and hold and community meeting to discuss the topic and empower residents to help combat the problem. She announced she would post information about the date, time, and location of the meeting once it is available. Council Member Diaz also addressed street racing, stated the Council takes it seriously, and noted the Police Department was actively working on the issue. He encouraged residents to call and report concerns to the Police Department so they can be tracked and addressed. Mayor Sidhu noted the budget is recovering after two challenging years and thanked the Council for their actions throughout the pandemic, including financing options. He announced the Natural Products West convention this month and the NAMM convention returning to the City in June. He offered thoughts and prayers to the people of Ukraine and all those affected by the conflict. ADJOURNMENT: At 8:01 P.M., with no further business before the Council, Mayor Sidhu adjourned the City Council meeting. tfully submitted, heres Bass, CMC City Clerk PublicComment From:Cynthia Sanchez <cscynthiasanchez@gmail.com> Sent:Wednesday, February To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Safety- street racing Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Anaheim is currently experiencing many safety issues and one of them is street racing. As elected members you ARE accountable to the communities safety and we ask that you discuss as a group how you will keep us safe. We would like to see actionable steps that help end the street racing in our neighborhoods. Cynthia Sanchez 1 PublicComment From:Kathie Thorpe <kathiethorpe@yahoo.com> Sent:Wednesday, To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Car meets- public nuisance Attachments:received_251849427111197.mp4 Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. This message is for Mr. Sidhu! Take a listen this video from Wed. February 16 at 10:55 pm! And you don't seem to think this is important????!!!! 11:09 pm, shortly followed by firetruck sirens?? Let's send the car meets to your neighborhood and see what you think! Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android 1 PublicComment From:Maria Cover <mmcover@gmail.com> Sent:Sunday, February To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Street Racing concerns Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. I request that the Anaheim City Council agendize the pressing issue of street racing in Anaheim without further delay. This is apublic harm. 1 PublicComment From:Dolly Ehlen <psychdolly@gmail.com> Sent:Sunday, February To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Street Racing Warning: This email originated from outside the CityofAnaheim. Do not clicklinks oropen attachments unless you recognize the sender and areexpecting the message. We liveindistrict 3andwe have asevere problem with street racing. Our house isonthe corner ofOlive and Adele (an intersection we’vebeen pleading tohave afour way stopinstalled duetothe incredible amount ofaccidents.) Welive in fear that acarwill crash into our house. Thisisavalid fear because there have been TWO cars thathave and crashed/flipped intoour neighbors front yard (almost hitting alittle girl playing inthe yard.) Iunderstand Jose Moreno has attempted tohave the issue ofstreet racing added tothe agenda ofthenext CCmeeting but unfortunately there wasn’tenough support forthis. Iam shocked and dismayed thatthe City Council isn’twilling tofindthe time todiscuss a very serious safety issue. Ihope you will reconsider your stances. Justlike the stopsign issue that was ignored, itwould beshameful ifthisonly getsaddressed because someone gets killed, maimed orproperty gets destroyed. The lawsuits that would surely follow would bewasteful asthis can allbeavoided. Respectfully, Dolly and John Bishop District 3. Sent from my iPhone 1 PublicComment From:Helen Myers <outlook_2A61DBB30AFA8E2D@outlook.com> Sent:Sunday, February To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] street racing in Anaheim Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. City Council members, Iam requesting that this topic bebrought upfor discussion bythe city council. Itisdisheartening to learn that only 2 members ofthis council are willing totackle the problem ofstreet racing inour city. Sincerely, Helen & Lonny Myers Sent from Mail for Windows 1 PublicComment From:Natalie Rubalcava <natalierubalcava2022@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, February To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Street Racing Warning: This email originated from outside the CityofAnaheim. Do not clicklinks oropen attachments unless you recognize the sender and areexpecting the message. Dear Members ofthe Anaheim City Council, Iam writing torequest thatstreet racing beadded tothe citycouncil meeting agenda for discussion. This ongoing issue isapublic safety concern and warrants adiscussion bythe full council. My family and Iliveclose toHarbor andLincoln and often hear street racing. Unfortunately, this has animpact onthe entire city. Itwould begreat tohear detail on what we are doing tocombat the problem atacity council meeting. Thank you in advance for your consideration. Best regards, Natalie Rubalcava Anaheim, 92805 District 3 resident Sent from my iPhone 1 PublicComment From:Jesus Sanchez <sanchezjesus714@yahoo.com> Sent:Monday, February To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Street Racing Concern Petition Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. To whom it may concern, Last week Council Member Moreno asked for avote to add the street racing problem to the agenda. Councilman Valencia seconded the motion, unfortunately no one else on the Council seems to think or care about this issue. Please reconsider as this is a real daily issue we live with in the city. Please address this concern and accept this as part of the city's residents petition for this problem. Thank you, Jesus Sanchez Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android 1 PublicComment From:Victoria Ramirez <ramirez.victoria@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, February To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Street Racing Discussion Request Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Hello, As a resident of CD #3 I am requesting that CC hold a Public discussion on street racing it’s a huge issue in my neighborhood and I’m concerned for the safety of my family and neighbors. City council must act on this issue. Vicky Vicky Rodriguez 1 PublicComment From:Ramiro Ramirez <rramirez55@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, February To:Gloria S. Ma'ae; Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Street Racing Discussion Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Hello, As a CD #2 resident, I was deeply disappointed that Councilmember Ma’ae refused to have a discussion regarding Street Racing as Councilmember Moreno requested. I have lived in West Anaheim for 30 years and this is has recently become a huge issue in my community. I fear for the safety of my family and neighborhood as a whole. I request that council do something to address this asap. Ramiro 1 PublicComment From:Josefina Ramirez <pinaramirez54@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, February To:Gloria S. Ma'ae; Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Street Racing in Anaheim Discussion Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Hello, We have lived in West Anaheim for over 30 years and street racing is a huge issue in my community, I was very saddened to hear the utter silence of council member Ma’ae who is supposed to represent our interests when Councilmember Moreno brought this up as an item for discussion. I ask that Councilmember Ma’ae encourage this dialogue and most importantly help bring about solutions to this issue. Vicky 1 PublicComment From:Harvy <harvy.rodriguez@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Street racing Warning: This email originated from outside the CityofAnaheim. Do not clicklinks oropen attachments unless you recognize the sender and areexpecting the message. Asaresident ofCD#3Iam requesting that city council hold apublic discussions onstreet racing. It’sabig issue inthe city and especially inmy neighborhood. The SAFTY ofmy family, friends andneighbors isatrisk. Thanks Harvy Rodriguez 1 PublicComment From:Charlotte Mann <wagnercr@roadrunner.com> Sent:Sunday, February To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Street racing in anaheim Warning: This email originated from outside the CityofAnaheim. Do not clicklinks oropen attachments unless you recognize the sender and areexpecting the message. Dear CityCouncil, Iam writing asaconcerned city resident about the issue ofstreet racing inAnaheim. Ilive at N. Janss Street, and I can hear the squealing oftires literally EVERY night, starting around 10pm and continuing well intothe night. Atfirst I thought itwas just coming from Anaheim Plaza, butasIdrive around thecity, Ican see tread marks, either incircles at intersections orjust indications ofvery fast driving, which coincides with what I’mhearing atnight. Ihope youcan realize asour representatives how dangerous this istoourresidents, not tomention how disruptive and annoying itistoour lives. How long does itneed tocontinue before someone isinjured orkilled asaresult ofthis? It could besomeone participating inthe racing, oritcould besomeone who just happens tobeinthe wrong place atthe wrong time, orsomeone just athome that anout ofcontrol vehicle crashes into. Please agendize this important issue sowe can address itand dosomething about it! Sincerely, Charlotte Mann Anaheim 92805 Sent from my iPhone 1 PublicComment From:Nancy Graner <muunlitr@sbcglobal.net> Sent:Sunday, February To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Street Racing in Anaheim Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. I want a public discussion on efforts to combat street racing in Anaheim. We all see this happening on our residential streets and mall parking lots. Dangerous drivers know that they won’t be caught or prosecuted without changes to current laws. Anaheim City Council in partnership with Anaheim Police Dept. must take steps to enforce laws for these reckless drivers in our city. Sent from AT&T Yahoo Mail for iPad 1 JenniferL. 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DIGEST KEY Fiscal Committee: no BILL TEXT WHEREAS, There are over 80 million electronic devices with digital screens in the State of California; and WHEREAS, Screen time viewing with electronic devices exceeds over nine hours per day; and WHEREAS, The increased usage of, and access to, digital devices by young children and adolescents is an acute area of concern, as ophthalmologists, optometrists, and medical researchers continue to learn more about the short- term effects of increasing and cumulative exposure to artificial blue light on the 5 developing human eye and mental health at a young age, along with long-term potential cumulative effects on adult eye health and mental development; and WHEREAS, The scientific community and recent studies have identified growing concerns over potential long-term eye and health impacts for all age groups from digital screen usage and cumulative blue light exposure emitted from digital devices; and WHEREAS, Blue light has been reported to cause visual discomfort in 65 percent of Americans; and WHEREAS, Blue light has been associated with possible harmful effects on retinal cell physiology linked to the high-energy, short wavelength in the narrow range of 415–455 nanometers; and WHEREAS, Cumulative blue light exposure from digital devices has been shown to disrupt sleep cycles by suppressing the natural release of melatonin and has also been linked to premature aging of the retina, which could accelerate potential long-term vision problems such as age-related macular degeneration, decreased alertness, and memory and emotional regulation impacts; and WHEREAS, Screen time can take a toll on vision health and comfort, leading to symptoms of digital eye strain and dry, irritated eyes; and WHEREAS, Given the growing body of research around the breadth and scope of potential eye and systemic health impacts related to blue light exposure, the State of California encourages citizens, particularly children, to consider taking protective safety measures in reducing eye exposure to high-energy visible blue light; now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the Legislature hereby designates October 10 of each year as Blue Light Awareness Day in California; and be it further Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution. EYESAFE PARTNER ON ADVOCACY CAMPAIGN TO SUPPORTBLUE LIGHT AWARENE socialemotionalpaws.org) CONSUMER ELECTRONICS BRANDS ANNOUNCE NEW EYESAFE PRODUCTS AT BLUE socialemotionalpaws.org) Lenovo: Smarter technology for all eyes. (socialemotionalpaws.org) Eyesafe® Standards Blue Light & Color Requirements for Digital Displays 6 I hope from this five years of research that we will modernize the technology child’s abuse prevention for the best interest of childrens safety and welfare under the The Federal Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA) (42 U.S.C.A. § 5106g), as amended by the CAPTA Reauthorization Act of 2010, defines child abuse and neglect as, at minimum: "Any recent act or failure to act on the part of a parent or caretaker, which results in death, serious physical or emotional harm, sexual abuse or exploitation"; or "An act or failure to act which presents an imminent risk of serious harm." 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Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. We would like tothank Mayor Sidhu, Councilmembers Diaz and Ma’ae, plus allthe CityStaff that came totheWest Anaheim Youth Center onTuesday, February 22nd. The Rebuild Beach presentation hosted byAnaheim Sporn was well done, and touched onmany ofthe problems we have onthe Boulevard. But itisalso wonderful tohear the positive actions including getting Cal-Trans toturn over Beach Boulevard tothe city. That there isprogress at39Commons including getting aSupermarket tobecome aprimary tenant. Plus the work atthe South East Corner ofBeach and Lincoln including quality Affordable Housing. Also theincreased police presence onthe Boulevard, including allthevisible cameras, better LEDStreet Lighting and Code Enforcement agreeing touse amore pro-active approach along the Boulevard. Aspecial thanks toSergeant Brian Paqua ofthe Anaheim Police Department for allheandhis team doforWest Anaheim. Itwas also good tosee somany West Anaheim residents coming out onarainy night toattend. Asactive, West Anaheim residents, welook forward toattending more meetings onthe subject, plusoffering our help in the matter. We understand that itisawork inprocess, and will notbesolved quickly. We just need tokeep moving forward. Once again, thanks toeveryone who participated inthe Workshop. David and LisaKlawe West Anaheim, District 2residents. 1 JenniferL. Hall From:guadalupe leon <lauraangeldanny03@gmail.com> Sent:Thursday, February To:Redistricting Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Mapa 114 Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Hola mi nombre es Guadalupe y vivo en Ponderosa he sido voluntaria en mi escuela por mucho tiempo también he pertenecido a PTA,PLI, DILAC, y también soy voluntaria con Madres en Acción Ponderosa. Mi comunidad es un lugar donde la mayoría nos apoyamos. Aprendí de Redistribución con OCCORD ya que nos invitaron a sus talleres y es por eso que hoy uso mi voz para apoyar el mapa 114 , es el mapa que mejor representa mis intereses y los de mi comunidad. Le pido al Mayor Sidhu ya mi consejal Sr Valencia que apoyen ala comunidad eligiendo el mapa 114. 1 PublicComment From:Theresa Bass Sent:Monday, February 28, 2022 1:50 PM To:Public Comment Subject:FW: \[EXTERNAL\] Redistribución D4. Sr. Valencia From: guadalupe leon < Sent: Monday, February 28, 2022 1:40 PM To: Theresa Bass <TBass@anaheim.net> Subject: \[EXTERNAL\] Redistribución D4. Sr. Valencia Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Mi nombre es Guadalupe y vivo en Ponderosa, he sido parte de PTA, DILAC Y PLA de la escuela primaria Ponderosa. Mi comunidad está llena de gente trabajadora,responsable. La mayoría compartimos la misma cultura y hablamos español. Acudí a las diferentes juntas en Ponderosa sobre redistribución, y con OCCORD. Aprendí sobre la forma en que nos benefició tener más distritos en Anaheim y que las personas que nos representan deben vivir en el distrito de esa forma nos aseguramos que realmente escuchen nuestros problemas ya que son nuestros vecinos. Apoyo el map 114 porque es el mapa que representa lo que mi comunidad desea, además que no se aleja mucho del mapa original y respeta vecindarios con historia. Señor Alcalde Sidhu y señor consejal Valencia es hora de demostrar que son pro comunidad. ESCÚCHENME Y APÓYENOS. Mapa 114. 1 Jennifer L. Hall From: Maritza Bermudez < Sent: Monday, February 28, 2022 2:46 PM To: Redistricting Subject: [EXTERNAL] Anaheim Redistricting Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Dear Mayor Sidhu and Council members, My name is Maritza Bermudez, I am a community organizer with OCCCO and I participate at Saint Boniface Church. I am also a lifelong City of Anaheim resident o 42 years and I currently live in district 3. I would like to share with you all who and where my community of interest is located. The area that I live in is composed of the Vine, Bush, and Rose neighborhood My community of interest are renters who live in high density populated apartments and are mostly low income working class. Currently we are at the border of district 3 and 5 with East St. being the dividing street. One of the suggestions that I have made since the beginning of this process is to include and incorporate Sycamore JHS into district 3. The reason for this suggestion was because many of the students that attend Sycamore JHS come from district 3 and it would only make sense that these communities of interest be in the same district and be represented by the same district council person. This would help in addressing the needs and issues of these communities of interest and help have more equitable representation. I am in support of proposed draft map 114. I support draft map 114 because it advocates for the original People's Map from 2016 and for 3 Latinx CVAP districts that would also support low-income, working- class communities that have shared the need for affordable housing and language access. However, I want to advocate for a few changes to the 114 map in order for it to fully represent my community. The changes that I am proposing are as following: District 3 takes in Sycamore Junior High from District 5 District 5 takes from District 4 - area between E South St, E Santa Ana St and S East St, S State College Blvd. District 4 takes from District 3 - area between S Euclid, S Gilbuck Dr and W Broadway, and W Crone Ave. l ceeo We must keep our community of interest together because it would allow us to feel empowered and to express ourselves as a united voice. I ask you to please consider the proposed map 114 with the adjustments that we are suggesting. Thank you for your time and consideration, Maritza Bermudez Community Organizer Orange County Congregation Community Organization C: www.occcopico.org v:9n occco Text "GIVE" to 714-804-0600 to get a link to our DONATE page. Super easy way to donate/ or click here/ Non -Profit 501(c)3 - Nonpartisan, OCCCO does not support any political party or candidates for office. 3[:OX"5 2 Public Comment From: Maritza Bermudez < Sent: Monday, February 28, 2022 4:00 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Redistricting comment Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Dear Mayor Sidhu and Council members, My name is Maritza Bermudez, I am a community organizer with OCCCO and I participate at Saint Boniface Church. I am also a lifelong City of Anaheim resident of 42 years and I currently live in district 3. I would like to share with you all who and where my community of interest is located. The area that I live in is composed of the Vine, Bush, and Rose neighborhood. My community of interest are renters who live in high density populated apartments and are mostly low income working class. Currently we are at the border of district 3 and 5 with East St. being the dividing street. One of the suggestions that I have made since the beginning of this process is to include and incorporate Sycamore JHS into district 3. The reason for this suggestion was because many of the students that attend Sycamore JHS come from district 3 and it would only make sense that these communities of interest be in the same district and be represented by the same district council person. This would help in addressing the needs and issues of these communities of interest and help have more equitable representation. I am in support of proposed draft map 114. I support draft map 114 because it advocates for the original People's Map from 2016 and for 3 Latinx CVAP districts that would also support low-income, working-class communities that have shared the need for affordable housing and language access. However, I want to advocate for a few changes to the 114 map in order for it to fully represent my community. The changes that I am proposing are as following: District 3 takes in Sycamore Junior High from District 5 District 5 takes from District 4 - area between E South St, E Santa Ana St and S East St, S State College Blvd. District 4 takes from District 3 - area between S Euclid, S Gilbuck Dr and W Broadway, and W Crone Ave. 1 We must keep our community of interest together because it would allow us to feel empowered and to express ourselves as a united voice. I ask you to please consider the proposed map 114 with the adjustments that we are suggesting. Thank you for your time and consideration, Maritza Bermudez Community Organizer Orange County Congregation Community Organization C: www.occcopico.org occco Text "GIVE" to 714-804-0600 to get a link to our DONATE page. Super easy way to donate/ or click here/ Non -Profit 501(c)3 - Nonpartisan, OCCCO does not support any political party or candidates for office. 2 PublicComment From:MARIA BCARPIO <belemcarpio0912@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, February To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Estimado Alcalde yConcilio, Mi nombre es María Belém Carpio, soy líder comunitario en OCCCO ymecongrego en laiglesia San bonifacio. También soy residente de Anaheim yvivo en eldistrito 3. Tengo 22años viviendo enlaciudad de Anaheim. Me gustaría compartir con ustedes dónde está mi comunidad de interés. En elárea de Anaheim donde yo vivo lacomunidad es predominantemente área deinquilinos. Estoy en apoyo dela Propuesta del Mapa 114. Yo apoyo la propuesta del mapa 114 porque aboga por el mapa original delPeople'sMap del 2016 yporque tiene 3distritos donde lamayoría son Latinos. Esto apoya alas comunidades declase trabajadora debajos ingresos quehan compartido lanecesidad devivienda asequible yacceso alidioma. Sin embargo, quiero abogar por algunos cambios en elmapa 114 para que represente completamente ami comunidad. Los cambios que estoy sugiriendo son los siguientes: Distrito 3 toma alasecundaria Sycamore del Distrito 5 Distrito 5toma del Distrito 4en laárea entre ESouth St, ESanta Ana StySEast St, SState College Blvd. Distrito 4toma del Distrito 3en laárea de entre SEuclid, SGilbuck Dr, W Broadway, yW Crone Ave. The linked image cannot be displayed. The file may have been moved, renamed, or deleted. Verify that the link points to the correct file and location. Debemos mantener unida anuestra comunidad porque nos permitiría mantener nuestra riqueza y daría poder de expresarnos como una voz unida. Les pido que consideren la propuesta delmapa 114 con los ajustes que estamos sugiriendo. 1 Gracias por su atención ytiempo, María Belem Carpio 2 PublicComment From:Javier Lopez <javi.22440@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, To:Public Comment Cc:Christina Nguyen; mdeleon@ocapica.org Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Anaheim public testimony for map 114 with amendments Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Hello Anaheim City Councilmembers, My name is Javier Lopez and Iam a resident of Anaheim from District 2. Iam a lifelong resident of Anaheim, having been born and raised here for the past 17 years. Icome from a mostly Hispanic, yet diverse, multigenerational community located near Lincoln Ave and Euclid Street. Iam here in support of adjusting Map Proposal 114 I support the 114 map proposal because it advocates for the original 2016 People’s Map and for the implementation of three Latinx CVAPs that would support low-income, working-class communities that have a shared need for affordable housing and language access. However, Iwant to advocate for a few changes to the 114 map in order for it to fully represent my community. Having grown up in Anaheim, Ihave been able to interact with various communities around my neighborhood. In particular, the area below Ball Rd. intersected by District 2 and District 4 on Euclid is a community that should be kept whole and together. With the adjustments provided to Map Proposal 114, the area bisected by District 2 and District 4 on Euclid can be kept whole and together by extending the District 2 boundary to include the community south of W Cerritos Ave. and west of S 9th St. While a small adjustment, this shift can ensure a cohesive community since I believe these people deserve to be together in one district. These residents go to the same schools, stores, and parks and this agreement is noticeable too. Often when I go around this area Isee people across the street from district four crossing over to district two and talking and hanging with each other. They think ofeach other as a community and Ialso think of them as part of my community. Adjusting Map Proposal 114 would provide a better representative map that considers the various communities, neighborhoods, and areas of interest established inand around Anaheim. These adjustments also re-position Sycamore JHS from District 5 to District 3 to better provide community resources for the community, an adjustment that has been considered in all ofthe other chosen maps by the city council in the past (102, 104, 106). This proposal is in compliance with the federal Voting Rights Act and was developed in collaboration with our respective communities to include districts that are equal in size, contiguous, compact, and respect the city lines as much as possible. Please support adjusting Map Proposal 114 to maintain cohesion with the community around Ball and Euclid, to include the Sycamore community from District 5 into District 3, and to maintain the integrity of the created 3 Latinx, low-income, limited language access CVAPs. 1 Thank you! Javier Lopez 2 PublicComment From:Brenda Barrera <brendabarrera663@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, February To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Redistricting Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. My nameisBrendaBarrera. IheardabouttheredistrictingthroughthecommunityforumsthatOCCORDis doingaroundour community. I havelivedinDistrict4sinceI waseightyearsold. IwenttothelocalschoolsoftheanaheimschooldistrictuntilI graduatedfromhigh school. Now Iam24yearsoldandIamamanagerofa children's entertainmentcenter. WhatIlovemostaboutmy communityisthe diversityofcultureandhowtheycome togetherandworkinunitytoachievethings thatbenefiteverybody. Iam supportingthe map114 becauseitiswhatbestrepresentsmypersonalinterests. Italsomaintainsthehistoricalneighborhoodslike "TheColony." I hopethatmy opinion istakenintoconsideration andthevoteofthe mayorandcouncilmembersgoestothemapthatthecommunity isadvocatingfor. Bestregards, BrendaBarrera 1 PublicComment From:Tony Wong <blackwingneos@gmail.com> Sent:Monday, To:Public Comment Cc:mdeleon.ocapica@gmail.com; Christina Nguyen Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Tony Anaheim Resident Testimony Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Tony Wong - Anaheim Resident Testimony Virus-free. www.avg.com 1 Tony Wong Hello Anaheim City Councilmembers, My name is Tony Wong and I am a highschool student and resident of Anaheim from District 1 have lived in Anaheim for well over 2 years and recognize its diverse and multigenerational community. I am here in support of adjusting Map Proposal 114 I support the 114 map proposal with adjustments because it advocates for the original 2016 People's Map with the implementation of 3 Latinx CVAPs that would support low-income, working-class communities that have a shared need for affordable housing and language access. While we consider the entirety of Anaheim, my community base is comprised of mobile home estates and apartments that hold a concentrated community of low-income families and individuals impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. Many of these residents struggle with looking for sustainable income as they have issues finding work during the pandemic, depending on the occupation, and due to lack of language access. Adjusting Map Proposal 114 would provide a better representative map that considers the various communities, neighborhoods, and areas of interest established in and around Anaheim. These adjustments also re -position Sycamore JHS from District 5 to District 3 to better provide community resources for the community, an adjustment that has been considered in all of the other chosen maps by the city council in the past (102, 104, 106). This proposal is in compliance with the federal Voting Rights Act and was developed in collaboration with our respective communities to include districts that are equal in size, contiguous, compact, and respect the city lines as much as possible. Please support adjusting Map Proposal 114 to include the Sycamore community from District 5 into District 3 while still maintaining the integrity of the created 3 Latinx, low-income, limited language access CVAPs. Thank you! Tony Wong PublicComment From:Jason Xaymountry (via Google Docs) <jasonxaymountry04@gmail.com> Sent:Tuesday, March 1, 2022 9:06 AM To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Document shared with you: "Jason Xaymountry - Anaheim Resident Testimony" Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. jasonxaymountry04@gmail.com shared a document jasonxaymountry04@gmail.has invited you to edit the following document: JasonXaymountry - AnaheimResidentTestimony Thisemail grants access tothis itemwithout logging in. Onlyforward ittopeople youtrust. Open Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA You have received this email because jasonxaymountry04@gmail.shared a document with you from Google Docs. 1 Jason Xaymountry Hello Anaheim City Councilmembers, My name is Jason Xaymountry and I am a resident of Anaheim from District 2. Having been born and raised in Anaheim, I have lived here for the past 18 years and recognize its diverse and multigenerational community. My home is by Cerritos Ave, around Disneyland. I am here in support of adjusting Map Proposal 114 I support the 114 map proposal because it advocates for the original 2016 People's Map and for the implementation of 3 Latinx CVAPs that would also support low-income, working-class communities that have a shared need for affordable housing and language access. However, I want to advocate for a few changes to the 114 map proposal in order for it to fully represent my community. While we consider the entirety of Anaheim, my community base is comprised of areas in District 3 and District 2. In consideration of these map proposals, certain areas in District 3 should be reallocated to District 2 such as making downtown Anaheim part of District 2. Several people around that area go there so it would make more sense to include it in district 2. Adjusting Map Proposal 114 would provide a better representative map that considers the various communities, neighborhoods, and areas of interest established in and around Anaheim. These adjustments also re -position Sycamore JHS from District 5 to District 3 to better provide community resources for the community, an adjustment that has been considered in all of the other chosen maps by the city council in the past (102, 104, 106). This proposal is in compliance with the federal Voting Rights Act and was developed in collaboration with our respective communities to include districts that are equal in size, contiguous, compact, and respect the city lines as much as possible. Please support adjusting Map Proposal 114 to include the Sycamore community from District 5 into District 3 while still maintaining the integrity of the created 3 Latinx, low-income, limited language access CVAPs. Thank you! Jason Xaymountry PublicComment From:Rodriguez, LaShe <LaShe.Rodriguez@ocgov.com> Sent:Tuesday, March 1, 2022 12:31 PM To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] March 1Public Hearing: select draft map for adoption Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Good Evening Mayor and Council members, Asaresident ofDistrict 6, Isupport map 102 for adoption bythe City Council asthis map keeps communities ofinterest intact. Thank you, 1 PublicComment From:Cindy Do <cindydo2004@gmail.com> Sent:Tuesday, To:Public Comment Cc:Christina Nguyen; mdeleon.ocapica@gmail.com Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Anaheim Resident Attachments:Cindy Do - Anaheim Resident Testimony.pdf Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Good afternoon, My name is Cindy Do and I am currently a student in the Anaheim Union High School District. I'll be attaching a testimony I have prepared down below. Let me know if you have any questions. Best, Cindy Do Oxford Academy '22 1 Hello Anaheim City Councilmembers, My name is Cindy Do and I am a student of Oxford Academy, part of the Anaheim Union High School District. I am here in support of Map Proposal 114 with amendments. I support the 114 map proposal because it advocates for the original 2016 People's Map which was drafted through meaningful community engagement to ensure a representative and cohesive Anaheim. Map Proposal 114 would also put forth the implementation of three Latinx VRAs that would support low-income, working-class communities that have a collective need for affordable housing and language access. However, I want to advocate amendments to the 114 map proposal in order for it to fully represent the constituents of these communities. Adjusting Map Proposal 114 would provide a better representative map that considers the various communities, neighborhoods, and areas of interest established in and around Anaheim. While we consider the entirety of Anaheim, my community base centers the needs and challenges of immigrant families and our youth. These amendments include moving Sycamore Junior High School from District 5 to District 3 to better support the needs of the students and their families. As a student who is currently part of the Anaheim Union High School District, I personally understand the struggle of being unable to attain the necessary resources in order to gain a proper education, especially for low-income communities. This adjustment has also been implemented by the map proposals considered by city council in the past (102,104,106) This proposal is in compliance with the federal Voting Rights Act and was developed in collaboration with our respective communities to include districts that are equal in size, contiguous, compact, and respect the city lines as much as possible. Please support adjusting Map Proposal 114 to include the Sycamore community from District 5 into District 3 while still maintaining the integrity of the created 3 Latinx, low-income, limited language access CVAPs. Thank you! Cindy Do JenniferL. Hall From:dklawe@roadrunner.com Sent:Tuesday, To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] March 1st Council Meeting public comment for Item 11, aPublic Hearing Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Good Day: Asthe designer ofthe Redistricting Map 102, Iwould like topoint out afewkey points about the map, andwhy Ifeel it best matches the requirements announced last year. Itprotects the major communities ofinterest: West Anaheim (East ofEuclid). Anaheim Colony Platinum Triangle Anaheim Hills The Resort Area Pondarosa Beach Boulevard Specific Plan Little Arabia Places the Syracuse Junior High in District 3 (Arequest ofthe Public) Councilmember Diazmentioned the need for more Hispanic districts. Basically allmaps have 5districts that contain a majority ofHispanics. Anaheim Hills istheexception. There are two numbers that arediscussed. Total Hispanics living in adistrict, and the “CVAP” (Citizen Voting Age byPopulation), orlooking atthose Hispanics who are eligible tovote (Over 18and a citizen ofthe US). In2016, only one district had amajority CVAP, District 3. But we have had two Hispanics elected inDistrict 1 (CVAP of35%) and one inDistrict 4 (48% CVAP), along with a Hispanic inDistrict 3. But Hispanics are notthe only minority with alarge population inthe city. Asians have about a25% inWest Anaheim in Districts 1 & 2, andabout 22% inDistrict 6. Why should we lessen the Asian groups toget to3Hispanic CVAP districts? We have seen that Hispanics being elected, along with aMayor who isminority. This iswhy Iam asking that District 2, which was approved in2016, remain the same onthe new map. One key point that Dr. Levitt has brought upat allthe workshops. Federal law states No Racial Gerrymandering. Another key point isinthe “California’sRanked Criteria”, which are. 1. Geographic Contiguity 2. Undivided neighborhoods and “Communities ofInterest” 3. Easily identifiable Borders 1 4. Compactness My map wasdrawn with Points 2, which kept the communities ofinterest identified in2016 together, AND point 3, Easily Identifiable Borders. Using the original borders decided in2016 keeps most folks inthe same district, and then the minor changes needed due topopulation growth used very identifiable borders. Such asusing South and EastStreets Colony borders) and Interstate 5. Jim Stevenson wrote anpublic comment e-mail onFebruary 8th titled Redistricting map preference and comments. He brings upagood point about using Easily Identifiable Borders. My final points infavor of thismap \[#102\] are inhow it canaddress the "confidence in theprocess" goals ofdistrict representation. Multiple studies onboth the state and national levels show thatvoters don'ttrust maps that have many odd shapes and fingers. Such maps give the appearance ofelected officials selecting their voters, not ofvoters selecting their representatives. Even when made with virtuous intentions such asmaking majority-minority districts, "amoeba-like" political boundaries breed distrust invoters. This iswhy theState ofCalifornia and many national redistricting advocacy groups promote and use metrics such as "polygon score" toencourage rational boundaries thatcommon people recognize. InAnaheim, freeways like the 5, and major boulevards such asEuclid andStateCollege should serve assuch boundaries when possible toencourage public trust.<< Iwas proud when Dr. Levitt has stated that my map would have been very similar toamap his firm would draw up. Asaresident, Iam not infavor ofMap 114, since itbreaks upWest Anaheim, asittakes aportion ofthe current district that isEast ofEuclid and gives ittoDistrict 3. also map 114 didn’tuse the Easily Identifiable Borders as afocus. Idrew Map 102 tousethe spirit ofthe 2016 districting map asaguide toprotect the main communities ofinterest in the city, along with using Easily Identifiable Borders tomake iteasy for theresidents ofourcity tofigure outwhich district they live in. Finally, Iwould liketothank Theresa Bass, theCity Clerk Staff, Dr. Levitt and everyone else whohelped make the Community Meeting possible. They were very professional and educational. Please keep West Anaheim whole, and not change the boundary ofDistrict 2. Ihope theMayor, Mayor Pro Tem plusthe City Councilmembers willseriously consider Map 102 asthe new district map for the next decade. Sincerely: David Michael Klawe West Anaheim, District 2resident 2 JenniferL. Hall From:Amin Nash <amin@aaciviccouncil.org> Sent:Tuesday, To:Public Comment Cc:Christina Nguyen; Manny DeLeon Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Redistricting Testimony Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Hello Anaheim City Councilmembers, My name is Amin Nash and I currently work in Anaheim’s District 2. My community is Little Arabia, located on Brookhurst from Crescent to Katella. I am in support of adjusting Map Proposal 114. I support the 114 map proposal because it maintains the integrity of Little Arabia and advocates for the original 2016 People’s Map and for the implementation of 3 Latinx CVAPs that would also support low-income, working-class communities that have a shared need for affordable housing and language access. However, I want to advocate for a few changes to the 114 map in order for it to fully represent my community. While we consider the entirety of Anaheim, my community base is comprised of Arabs, Latinx, and Asian businesses and business owners. Adjusting Map Proposal 114 would provide a better representative map that considers the various communities, neighborhoods, and areas of interest established in and around Anaheim. These adjustments also re-position Sycamore Junior High School from District 5 to District 3 to better provide community resources for the community, an adjustment that has been considered in all of the other chosen maps by the city council in the past (102, 104, 106). Furthermore, the proposals of this map keep the integrity of Little Arabia, which is a cultural and business district located in District 2. This map honors the residents, workers, and businesspeople’s desires to have access to a single representative who will care for the needs and desires of the corridor. It also respects the history and impacts the Arab community has brought to Anaheim. This proposal is in compliance with the federal Voting Rights Act and was developed in collaboration with our respective communities to include districts that are equal in size, contiguous, compact, and respect the city lines as much as possible. Lastly, while I know some members of the community may not receive what they are asking for, I hope that communities in Anaheim can continue to work together in harmony in making Anaheim a wonderful place to be. Thank you for keeping Little Arabia in mind. Please support adjusting Map Proposal 114 to include the Sycamore community from District 5 into District 3 while still maintaining the integrity of the created 3 Latinx, low-income, limited language access CVAPs. 1 Thank you! Amin Nash 2 JenniferL. Hall From:Rashad Al-Dabbagh <rashad@aaciviccouncil.org> Sent:Tuesday, March 1, 2022 To:Public Comment Cc:Christina Nguyen; Manny DeLeon Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Redistricting Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Hello Anaheim City Councilmembers, My name isRashad Al-Dabbagh and Iam speaking on behalf of the Arab American Civic Council, a community organization based in Anaheim’s Little Arabia in District 2. Ihave lived in Anaheim for 17 years and recognize its diverse community. Iam here in support of adjusting Map Proposal 114. I support the 114 map proposal because it advocates for the original 2016 People’s Map and for the implementation of 3 Latinx CVAPs that would also support low-income, working-class communities that have a shared need for affordable housing and language access. However, Iwant to advocate for a few changes to the 114 map in order for it tofully represent my community. Adjusting Map Proposal 114 would provide a better representative map that considers the various communities, neighborhoods, and areas of interest established in and around Anaheim. These adjustments also re-position Sycamore Junior High School from District 5 to District 3 to better provide community resources for the community, an adjustment that has been considered in all of the other chosen maps by the city council in the past (102, 104, 106). This proposal is in compliance with the federal Voting Rights Act and was developed in collaboration with our respective communities to include districts that are equal in size, contiguous, compact, and respect the city lines as much as possible. Additionally, this proposal keeps Little Arabia whole in District 2. Anaheim’s Little Arabia is a business and cultural destination, and safe space for Arabic-speaking immigrants as well as other immigrants and refugees from the Greater Middle Eastern region. Please support adjusting Map Proposal 114 to include the Sycamore community from District 5 into District 3 while still maintaining the integrity of the created 3 Latinx, low-income, limited language access CVAPs. Thank you! 1 JenniferL. Hall From:Jason Xaymountry <jasonxaymountry04@gmail.com> Sent:Tuesday, March 1, To:Public Comment Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Anaheim Public Testimony - Jason Xaymountry Attachments:Anaheim Public Testimony for Map 114 with Amendments.docx Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Hello council, My name is Jason Xaymountry and I am a resident of Anaheim. Here is my public testimony for tonight's public hearing March 1,2022 Thank you, Jason 1 Hello Anaheim City Councilmembers, My name is Jason Xaymountry and Iam a resident of Anaheim from District 2. Having been born and raised in Anaheim, Ihave lived here for the past 18 years and recognize its diverse and multigenerational community. My home is by Cerritos Ave, around Disneyland. Iam here in support of adjusting Map Proposal 114 I support the 114 map proposal because it advocates for the original 2016 People’s Map and for the implementation of 3 Latinx CVAPs that would also support low-income, working-class communities that have a shared need for affordable housing and language access. However, I want to advocate for a few changes to the 114 map proposal in order for it to fully represent my community. While we consider the entirety of Anaheim, my community base is comprised of areas in District 3 and District 2. In consideration of these map proposals, certain areas in District 3 should be reallocated to District 2 such as making downtown Anaheim part of District 2. Several people around that area go there so itwould make more sense to include it in district 2. Adjusting Map Proposal 114 would provide a better representative map that considers the various communities, neighborhoods, and areas of interest established in and around Anaheim. These adjustments also re-position Sycamore JHS from District 5 to District 3 to better provide community resources for the community, an adjustment that has been considered in all of the other chosen maps by the city council in the past (102, 104, 106). This proposal isin compliance with the federal Voting Rights Act and was developed in collaboration with our respective communities to include districts that are equal in size, contiguous, compact, and respect the city lines as much as possible. Please support adjusting Map Proposal 114 to include the Sycamore community from District 5 into District 3 while still maintaining the integrity of the created 3 Latinx, low-income, limited language access CVAPs. Thank you! Jason Xaymountry JenniferL. Hall From:Manny DeLeon <mdeleon@ocapica.org> Sent:Tuesday, March 1, 2022 5:19 PM To:Public Comment Cc:Christina Nguyen; Maria Valencia; mangeles@occord.org Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] ACRC Public Comment for Map 114 with adjustment Attachments:ACRC Coalition Public Testimony.docx Warning: This email originated from outside the CityofAnaheim. Do not clicklinks oropen attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Hello Anaheim city council, On behalf ofthe Anaheim City Redistricting Committee, this isour public testimony insupport ofmap proposal 114with amendments. Thank you for allofyour work and for accepting public commentary Thank you, Manny Manny DeLeon, M.A. | he/him/his | Field Coordinator, Policy and Civic Engagement Orange County Asian and Pacific Islander Community Alliance (OCAPICA) 1 Anaheim City Redistricting Coalition We as the Anaheim City Redistricting Coalition (ACRC) are a coalition of community -based organizations that have historically served the greater Anaheim population. Established in June 2021, we as, OCCCO, OCCORD, and OCAPICPIlhave engaged with our respective community \ - fcommented [1]: provide exact date? bases in a genuine effort to uplift and advocate for a representative map based on public ` Commented [2]: spell out organizational name? feedback and community insight. Commented [3]: Do we include AACC and ACLU here as well? In consideration of the current slate of map proposals and the needs of our communities, we commented [4]: Articulate COI e.g. youth, support Map Map Proposal 114 with amendments. class population, families, etc. Map Proposals 114 with amendments: Although Map Proposal 114 stands on precedent from the previously implemented 2016 People's Map, adjusting Map Proposal 114 would provide a more representative map that considers the various communities, neighborhoods, and areas of interest we have engaged within and around Anaheim. These adjustments would re -position the Sycamore community from District 5 into District 3 while still maintaining the integrity of the created three Latinx, low-income, limited language 71 access CVAPs. The Sycamore community has expressed f% interest in this shift with the intention to accommodate Sycamore Junior High School to better provide community `1 resources for the community. This adjustment has also been 01 considered in all of the other chosen map proposals by the city council (102, 104, 106). Our adjustment also maintains the community around Willow Park by making adjustments between District 3 and District 4. By extending the dividing line between Districts 3 and District 4 north to W Broadway from W Crone Ave, the Willow Park community can be kept whole and together within the area of District 4 south of W Broadway and east of S Euclid Street. Residents have uplifted similar community values, strong intergenerational interactions between members in the area, and a cohesive community despite district boundaries. In an effort to maintain population equality, our map adjustments consolidated District 4 by defining its border with District 5 with E South St and S State College Blvd These amendments are compliant with the federal Voting Rights Act and were developed in collaboration with our respective communities to include districts that are equal in size, contiguous, compact, and respect the city lines as much as possible. Please support adjusting Map Proposal 114 JenniferL. Hall From:Josue H <jh7796618@gmail.com> Sent:Tuesday, To:Public Comment Cc:Christina Nguyen; mdeleon@ocapica.org Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Anaheim Public comment for Map Proposal 114 with amendments Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Anaheim Public comment for Map Proposal 114 and... 1 Hello Anaheim City Councilmembers, My name is Josue Hernandez and I am a resident of Anaheim from District 2. 1 have been a resident of Anaheim since moving here four years ago. I consider the Brookhurst area my home and recognize the multigenerational and diverse community I am a part of. I am here in support of adjusting Map Proposal 114 I support the 114 map proposal because it advocates for the original 2016 People's Map and for the implementation of three Latinx CVAPs that would also support low-income, working-class communities that have a shared need for affordable housing and language access. However, I want to advocate for a few changes to the 114 map in order for it to fully represent my community. My community base is comprised of District 1 and District 2. 1 myself live in district 2 and an issue my neighborhood faces is parking. While the common misconception of dangerous neighborhoods are because of firearms my neighborhood faces a parking problem. With difficulty in parking, my neighbors have resorted to parking right on the street which can make it difficult and dangerous to drive in the area.This, in contrast to District 3 and District 4, stands apparent as it is obvious that it is a very well taken care of area especially since it is where Disneyland stands. This a very beautiful area of Anaheim as they are catered towards tourists and people who have the money to afford the hotel stays. Adjusting Map Proposal 114 would provide a better representative map that considers the various communities, neighborhoods, and areas of interest established in and around Anaheim. These adjustments also re -position Sycamore JHS from District 5 to District 3 to better provide community resources for the community, an adjustment that has been considered in all of the other chosen maps by the city council in the past (102, 104, 106). This proposal is in compliance with the federal Voting Rights Act and was developed in collaboration with our respective communities to include districts that are equal in size, contiguous, compact, and respect the city lines as much as possible. Please support adjusting Map Proposal 114 to include the Sycamore community from District 5 into District 3 while still maintaining the integrity of the created 3 Latinx, low-income, limited language access CVAPs. Thank you! Josue Hernandez