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2006/06/13 ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR ADOURNED MEETING OF MAY 30, 2006 AND REGULAR MEETING OF JUNE 13, 2006 The May 30,2006 City Council Regular Adjourned meeting was called to order at 2:15 P.M. in the Council Chambers of Anaheim City Hall, 200 South Anaheim Boulevard on June 13, 2006. PRESENT: Mayor Curt Pringle, Council Members: Richard Chavez, Lorri Galloway, Bob Hernandez and Harry Sidhu. STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Dave Morgan, City Attorney Jack White, and Deputy City Clerk Cathy Godoy. A copy of the agenda for the June 13, 2006 meetings was posted on June 9, 2006 at the City Hall exterior bulletin board. FISCAL YEAR 2006/07 BUDGET WORKSHOP City Manager Dave Morgan reported the budget workshop was also a public hearing for adoption of the City's 2006/07 Budget in accordance with the City's Charter. He indicated the budget documents had been available for public inspection since May 15, 2006 and that the hearing would be continued to June 20, 2006 when the budget was scheduled for adoption. He informed Council the budget totaled $1,296,967,348 which was a decrease of approximately 9.5 percent from the current adopted budget due for the most part to capital expenditure decreases and included 2,117 full-time positions which was a net increase of 22 positions from the current budget. He highlighted achievements and accomplishments of the past year and pointed out the comprehensive capital improvement plan that would continue to address areas of importance to Council and the residents. Bill Sweeney, Finance Director, provided a brief overview of the proposed budget indicating it was a continuation of existing service levels, contained funding for high priority capital projects and fully funded operations of completed projects. He also stated the document continued to recognize future obligations and general fund reserves were sufficient to allow for adjustments should natural disasters or other unplanned events occur. He reiterated the total budget was almost $1.3 billion and of those expenditures, the General Fund was 18.1 percent and Enterprise funds (electric, water, sanitation and convention, sports & entertainment) comprised 46.6 percent of the total. He noted personnel changes reflected an increase of 22 positions with the largest core being in Public Utilities with 12 positions. Three new positions for the City Attorney's office and eight for the Police Department would staff the new Anaheim Family Justice Center. General Fund expenditures by department reflected police and fire representing almost 61 percent, not uncommon, he pointed out, for cities with police and fire. Revenues were up and Mr. Sweeney indicated the largest source, Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT), was projected to exceed the current budget of $71 million at $75 million and projected to increase in next year's budget to almost $80 million. He emphasized this assumed continued strength in the Resort and a good year with trade and convention shows. Sales Tax revenues, he pointed out, had solid growth and was projected to exceed the adopted budget of $59.9 million to ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES June 13,2006 Page 2 $62 million with a projected six percent increase for the new fiscal year. He acknowledged property tax was the most complicated revenue source and provided a new chart to reflect property tax received in lieu of vehicle license fees (VLF) and the two year ERAF contributions of $3.7 million for 04/05 and 05/06. The VLF would no longer be tracked as separate revenue, but would be included in the Other Revenues category. He stated once the State reconciled the VLF as of June 30, 2005, that would be the base going forward and would be adjusted by the change in Assessed Valuation (A V) as a true property tax program. The General Fund transfers had no large increases excluding the resort debt service. Mayor Pringle affirmed when the TOT revenues were higher, a larger chunk was paid to the resort debt service and if the revenues dropped, less was paid although there was a fixed principal and interest that must be met. Council Member Sidhu queried whether the debt service would be paid off earlier; Mr. Sweeney indicated the debt service was on track for 40 years and he was hopeful to be able to pay it off earlier. Mr. Morgan added revenues had exceeded that base amount every year and at this point, the payments were ahead of schedule. Mr. Sweeney remarked revenues did drop after 911 but with a very strong performance this year and next year, the first in a series of bonds would become callable and the City would take a look at refinancing them. Mayor Pringle remarked if the City did not refinance, the 40-year debt would escalate based on assumptions made when the plan was structured and all of those elements had been factored into the amount of TOT return the City assumed they would receive during the life of the debt service. He added the original structured plan considered thousands of additional rooms being built in the resort at a specific time and if those rooms were not built, it would have an impact which was one of the reasons the City was anxious to have new properties come on line such as the GardenWalk project. He also pointed out that neighboring cities such as Garden Grove had been more aggressive in seeking hotel occupancies which could affect Anaheim's TOT revenues. Council Member Hernandez asked if this was an indemnified debt instrument and how it was identified. Mr. Sweeney replied the debt consisted of lease revenue bonds guaranteed by the insurer, Disneyland and structured so the City never had any risk. He added the TOT tax in Anaheim was 15 percent and the debt service related to three cents of that tax, a formula driven contribution. Mr. Sweeney concluded his remarks stating the operating budget was balanced and $3 million would be coming from reserve funds to be used for corridor beautification. Council Member Sidhu asked why the City was using reserve funds and Mr. Sweeney indicated there would be a healthy reserve fund balance in excess of $35 million at the end of this fiscal year which afforded the City the luxury of continuing the corridor beautification program. He added withdrawing the $3 million would take the balance down to over 13 percent of the general fund and it had always been staff's recommendation to keep reserves between 7-10 percent of expenditures. Mr. Sweeney stated he would address the following departmental budgets: Council, City Administration and Finance. COUNCIL: The Council budget, he stated, remained unchanged at $582,033 with staffing by part- time assistants. Council Member Sidhu suggested some of the positions could become full-time as he believed extra help was needed. Mayor Pringle requested Council Members be shown as other than full-time positions. Council Member Hernandez brought up the suggestion of considering a full-time mayoral position in the future; Mayor Pringle recommended a Council workshop for some time in early 2007 to discuss the broader issue of the focus and direction the City should take as well as its leadership and structure. Details of the Council budget on file in the City Clerk's Office. ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES June 13,2006 Page 3 CITY ADMINISTRATION: The City Administration budget reflected $4.6 million, an increase of $420,000 from the current year, with no substantive changes. Details of the City Administration budget on file in the City Clerk's Office. FINANCE: Mr. Sweeney ended his presentation with the Finance Department budget of $26.2 million, indicating there was no change to the 63 full-time employees and 1.7 part-time staff. He outlined the mission statement, accomplishments of this year and future plans for the proposed budget. Details of the Finance Department budget on file in the City Clerk's Office. At 3:00 P.M., Mayor Pro Tem Chavez adjoumed the meeting of May 30,2006 and called to order the regular meeting of June 13, 2006. CITY CLERK'S OFFICE: Deputy City Clerk Cathy Godoy reported the Clerk's budget was approximately $1 million with a staff of seven full-time employees and 1/3 part-time. She highlighted this year's achievements and plans for the coming year. Council Member Sidhu requested clarification on the election budget. Ms. Godoy indicated last year $100,000 had been budgeted for an election and this year with two charter amendments, $170,000 was budgeted. Mr. Morgan indicated no funds were budgeted in the years when elections were not held. Council Member Sidhu asked for an historical record of those expenses. Council Member Hernandez asked if the County of Orange publicized the use of the early electronic voting machine which was available in Anaheim City Hall and how many other cities had one in place. Ms. Godoy indicated the Orange County Registrar of Voters listed the availability and location of electronic voting systems on their web site, commenting there were five or six cities in the County utilizing the system. Council Member Hernandez recommended encouraging the County to promote the voting systems and hoped to see a push for that for the November election; staff would follow-up with that effort. Details of the City Clerk's budget on file in the City Clerk's Office. CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE: City Attorney Jack White reported his budget was $5.4 million, an increase of $780,000 over the 05/06 budget due primarily to the addition of two attorneys and one clerical position to staff the Family Justice Center. Council Member Sidhu suggested utilizing existing staff for the Family Justice Center. Mr. White responded he had recommended two attorneys and one clerical position as an appropriate minimum staffing level believing current staff would not be able to cover the needs of the justice center. Mayor Pringle pointed out with a new program and service level requirement; more police officers would be needed to man the justice center facility as well as additional legal support. Council Member Hernandez asked if the department generated revenues; Mr. White indicated there was a certain amount of funding received from fines and forfeitures and interdepartmental transfers for services credited back to the department, however, funds from successful lawsuits returned to the general fund and were not retained by the department. CITY TREASURER: Kristine Ridge, Acting City Treasurer, reported the Treasurer's budget was $1 million which included six full-time positions and one part-time position. She provided details on current year achievements in investment activities, banking and cash management and employee savings plan. She also detailed upcoming projects for the proposed budget year. Council Member Sidhu asked for details on investment transactions; Ms. Ridge indicated the City made $14 million through April of this year and last year had made $12 million for the full fiscal year. Mr. Morgan added that the higher yield was partly due to rising rates; however, Ms. Ridge had made modifications consistent with investment policies driving higher returns. Council Member Sidhu asked if the monies flowed through the general funds; Ms. Ridge responded for the City Treasurer ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES June 13, 2006 Page 4 purpose the funds were pooled together on the investment side but interest earnings would be supplied to the Finance Department and an allocation based on each fund and the department's balance within the pool was performed. Details of the City Treasurer's budget on file in the City Clerk's Office. HUMAN RESOURCES: Dave Hill, Human Resources Manager stated his departmental budget was $4.5 million and included 23 full-time positions and 3.5 part-time equivalent positions. He touched on recruitment challenges, significant trends, retirement increases, turnovers and new hires. Council Member Sidhu asked for clarification on the 160 recruitments; Mr. Hill indicated 133 were hired full-time, 54 were in public safety and the rest spread throughout the organization. Mayor Pringle asked if turnover rates were monitored and Mr. Hill responded it was trending higher between 6 - 7 percent however, the voluntary quit rate stayed fairly constant, which was the more important figure. Council Member Hernandez emphasized the benefits resulting from the leadership academy which trained staff to assume leadership positions and set the standard for high quality service. Dave Morgan added from an employee perspective, it was clear Council respected and invested in the City's employees. Council Member Chavez requested a future report on the numbers of bilingual officers and fire personnel be provided to Council. Details of the Human Resources budget on file in the City Clerk's Office. POLICE DEPARTMENT: Police Chief John Welter provided an overview of the department's accomplishments and future plans. With a budget of $104.9 million, he indicated there were 385 sworn and 205 civilian positions with 78 part-time (full-time equivalent) positions. Details of the Police Department budget on file in the City Clerk's Office. Mayor Pringle emphasized that Anaheim was nationally recognized for utilizing homeland security funding in a technical focus rather than trying to fund the operations of the department. Council Member Galloway remarked on the accomplishment of the Family Justice Center as being a national model in collaboration with many entities to provide service to victims of abuse. FIRE DEPARTMENT: Chief Roger Smith updated Council on the Fire Department budget of $51.9 million, which included 290 full-time positions and 6.61 part-time staff. He touched on the achievements and accomplishments of the year and pointed to future plans for the department. Details of the Fire Department budget on file in the City Clerk's Office. Council Member Hernandez commented on the 27,918 emergency incidents which occurred during the fiscal year, stating that figure would increase significantly if the responses were reported according to the number of units participating. After pointing out a $1 million revenue stream in the Police Department budget related to a ~ cent sales tax, Council Member Chavez inquired if that revenue stream could be distributed between police and fire. Discussion was held related to Proposition 172, the ~ cent sales tax initiative adopted in 1993. Mayor Pringle remarked the budget was developed based on the needs of each department and balancing those needs with the revenues available citywide. Mr. Morgan interjected the sales tax revenues were not new monies and if diverted to another department, the City would use general fund monies to replace it. Council Member Chavez remarked the Prop 172 funds had been earmarked for public safety and should have increased in the 13 years since inception and he believed the Fire Department should receive a portion. Details of the Fire Department budget on file in the City Clerk's Office. With the conclusion of departmental presentations, Mayor Pringle opened the public hearing for comments and receiving none continued the hearing to June 20,2006 at 2:00 p.m. ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES June 13,2006 Page 5 Public Comments: None. Closed public comment portion ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION: NONE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS: NONE Mayor Pringle recessed to Closed Session at 4:24 P.M. CLOSED SESSION 1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL. EXISTING LITIGATION (Subdivision (a) of Government Code Section 54956.9) Name of case: City of Anaheim v. Angels Baseball, LP, et al., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 05CC01902. 2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS Property: 2695 East Katella Avenue, Anaheim, California Agency negotiator: Dave Morgan Negotiating parties: City of Anaheim and Anaheim Arena Management, LLC Under Negotiation: terms of agreement Mayor Pringle reconvened Council session at 5:05 P.M. Flaa Salute: Presentations: Pastor Mike Bradaric, Magnolia Baptist Church Council Member Sidhu Invocation: Recognizing the 1947 Anaheim Valencias Baseball Team - Members of the 1947 Anaheim Valencias were introduced by Terry Lowe, Community Services Director, stating the Valencias were a farm club for the Sacramento Club in the old Pacific Coast league and had played at Glover Stadium which was still in existence. Recognizing the City of Anaheim Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Graduates - Michele Rivard introduced the 15th graduating CERT class detailing the responsibilities and skills of its members. Recognizing Eliana Trujillo, Recipient of the Gates Millennium Scholarship - Sharon King, English teacher at Anaheim High School, stated this scholarship was given to only 1,000 minority students in the world with the goal of removing financial barriers and creating future leaders to come back and serve the community. She added it entitled recipients up to 10 years of college education for free, remarking that Eliana Trujillo was a deserving dedicated student who had made a difference on campus while retaining a 4.5 grade point average. Ms. Trujillo thanked Council for the recognition stating her goal was to become a civil engineer and to return to the city of Anaheim to work. ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES June 13, 2006 Page 6 AcceDtance of Other Recoanltlons (To be Dr8sented at a later date): Recognizing the West Anaheim United Methodist Church on its 50th anniversary. Diane Sergeant, thanked Council for their support, stating she was proud to give back to a city that made a difference in the quality of life for its citizens. Recognizing Anaheim Disposal on receiving the Orange County ARC Employer of the Year Awards - Joyce Hearn, Orange County ARC, indicated Anaheim Disposal had employed clients with developmental disabilities for the past 15 years and was deserving of this award. Recognizing the World Invitational Taekwondo Championship - Dan Lusica, spoke with pride in having Anaheim as a home for future Taekwondo Championships and thanked the City for the support received from every facet of government. Recognizing Anaheim Public Utilities, Community Services and the TreePower Program on the 30,OOOth Tree Planting At 5:35 P.M., Mayor Pringle called to order the Anaheim Redevelopment Agency for a joint public comment session. ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO ANY OF THE AGENDAS: NONE PUBLIC COMMENTS (ALL MATTERS EXCEPT PUBLIC HEARINGS): William Fitzgerald, Anaheim HOME, spoke on a number of matters unrelated to the agenda. Marge Conway, President of Anaheim Sister Cities, introduced eight outstanding students would be traveling to Mito, Japan as guests of the sister city association. Jose Rios voiced his concern that tobacco shops in Anaheim were legally able to sell incense pipes while Los Angeles County prosecuted under California Health & Safety Code Section 11346.7. He had spoken at length to the Police Department and was informed Anaheim could only arrest individuals who sell the pipes or carry them if they had been used and burned. Mayor Pringle asked Mr. Rios to share his information with the City Attorney who would then address Council on the legalities. James Robert Reade addressed comments relating to the Anaheim Police Department At 5:49 P.M., with no other public comments offered, Mayor Pringle recessed the Anaheim Council meeting to consider the Anaheim Redevelopment Agency agenda. Council session was reconvened at 5:52 P.M. . CONSENT CALENDAR: Council Member Hernandez moved to approve the consent calendar Items 3 - 19, seconded by Council Member Chavez to waive reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions and to approve the following in accordance with the reports, certifications and adopt the consent calendar. ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES June 13, 2006 Page 7 3. Receive and file the meeting minutes of the Golf Commission for April 27, 2006, Cultural B105 and Heritage Commission of April 24, 2006, Park and Recreation Commission of April 26, D128 2006, Library Board of April 10, 2006, Budget Advisory of April 19, 2006, and the Monthly Financial Analysis presented by the Finance Director for eight months ended February 28, 2006. 4. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Amaz Engineering Contractors, Inc., in 4065 the amount of $1,949,655, and authorize the Finance Director to approve and execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions for the Well No. 48 site improvement project. 5. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Bakersfield Well & Pump Company, in 4066 the amount of $981,549, and authorize the Finance Director to approve and execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions for the destruction of Well No. 34 and drilling of Well No. 54 project. 6. Award the contract to the lowest responSible bidder, Atlas-Allied, Inc., in the amount of 4067 $364,950, and authorize the Finance Director to approve and execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions for the replacement of pressure regulating Station No. 36 project. 7. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the First Amendment to Cooperation 3518 Agreement (Savi Ranch/Weir Canyon Traffic Improvements) by and between the City of Anaheim, City of Yorba Linda and the Anaheim Redevelopment Agency. (See Agency Item #1) 8. Approve an agreement with Pacific Bell Telephone Company allowing access to the Pacific 1572 Bell Telephone Company parking lot for patrons attending City of Anaheim sponsored events held at the Pearson Park Amphitheatre. 9. Approve a License Agreement with Feedback Foundation, Inc., to utilize Brookhurst 1445 Community Center on a shared basis to provide a comprehensive meal program, including recreational activities and social services, to senior citizens through June 30, 2007. 10. Approve a Negative Declaration for the Carbon Creek Pedestrian Bridge and C350 Pedestrian/Bikeway Path project. 11. Determine on the basis of the evidence submitted by BRE Properties, Inc., that the property 3504 owners have complied in good faith with the terms and conditions of Development 3505 Agreement Nos. 2005-00001, 2005-00002 and 2005-00003 for the 2005-2006 review 3506 period. 12. Authorize the Human Resources Director to' enter into an agreement to provide a home 4068 loan in the amount of $50,000 to Mark S. Ward upon his commencement of employment with the City of Anaheim as Public Utilities Assistant General Manager, Electric Services. 13. Authorize the Human Resources Manager to sign the Medicare Prescription Drug Plan contract between the City of Anaheim and Pennsylvania Life Insurance Company. ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES June 13,2006 Page 8 14. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-114 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE D154 CITY OF ANAHEIM approving a letter of understanding between the Anaheim Municipal Employees Association, General Unit, and the City of Anaheim. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-115 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM approving a letter of understanding between the Anaheim Municipal Employees Association, Clerical Unit, and the City of Anaheim. 15. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-116 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE D154 CITY OF ANAHEIM establishing rates of compensation and pay policies for unrepresented part-time job classifications and superseding Resolution No. 97R-101 and amendments thereto. 16. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-117 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE D154 CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Section 7 of Resolution 2000R-122 adjusting rates of compensation for job classifications designated as Executive Management. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-118 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Resolution No. 2000R-123 adjusting rates of compensation for job classifications designated as Administrative Management. 17. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-119 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE D154 CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Resolution No. 2000R-123 which established rates of compensation for job classifications designated as Administrative Management. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-120 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Resolution No. 2000R-124 which established rates of compensation for job classifications designated as Middle Management. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-121 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Resolution No. 2000R-125 which established rates of compensation for job classifications designated as Professional. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-122 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Resolution No. 2000R-126 which established rates of compensation for job classifications designated as Supervisory Management. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-123 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Resolution No.. 92R-17 which established personnel rules for management, confidential and non-represented part-time classifications. 18. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-124 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE D159 CITY OF ANAHEIM concerning the status of the Circulation Element of the General Plan for the City of Anaheim. 19. Approve the regular meeting minutes of May 30, 2006. Roll call vote: Ayes - 5; Mayor Pringle, Council Members: Chavez, Galloway, Hernandez and Sidhu. Noes - O. Motion carried ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES June 13, 2006 Page 9 PUBLIC HEARING: 20. This is a public hearing to consider proceedings for the FY 2006/2007 annual levy of T104 assessments in the Anaheim Resort Maintenance District. Doris Roush, Public Works, stated the Anaheim Resort Maintenance District was formed in July of 1999 and that the property owners in the resort had voted to levy an assessment upon themselves to insure the long-term quality of the maintenance and repair of the Resort District. She indicated that on April 26, 2006, Council had initiated the Fiscal Year 06/07 annual levy of proceedings by accepting the assessment engineer's report which indicated the levy would generate approximately $3.8 million to be deposited into the Resort Fund and that the Resort District advisory board had reviewed and approved the levy and the proposed budget. Mayor Pringle opened the public hearing for comment and receiving no testimony, closed the hearing. Council member Sidhu asked for a comparison between this year's and last year's budgets. Ms. Roush stated the difference was $200,000 due to additional projects approved by the advisory board for the new year and due to CPI increases in the contractors' agreements, which were approved by Council. Council Member Sidhu moved to approve Resolution No. 2006-125, second by Council Member Galloway. RESOLUTION NO. 2006-125 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM confirming the diagram and assessment and providing for the levy of the Annual Assessment in and for the Anaheim Resort Maintenance District. Roll call vote: Ayes - 5; Mayor Pringle. Council Members: Chavez, Galloway, Hernandez and Sidhu. Noes - O. Motion carried. REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION: None COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS: Council Member Galloway refuted the Los Angeles Times article regarding NFL negotiations which portrayed her as not supportive of the NFL insinuating she would use leverage of community organizations to cast a negative vote. She indicated she was supportive on the NFL coming to Anaheim however with Council still in negotiation with the League, there were details which could not be revealed or discussed. Council Member Sidhu had attended the 10th annual Flag Day celebration on the Center Street promenade on Sunday, June 10th. He also pointed out the Orange County Register reported FBI crime statistics had seen violent crimes increase in Anaheim faster than any other city in the nation and requested a report from the City Manager addressing that comment. Council Member Chavez commented on the lack of credibility of remarks made earlier during the City's oral communications session by a resident. ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES June 13,2006 Page 10 Mayor Pringle spoke of the overwhelming focus on sports occurring in the City of Anaheim getting coverage in newspapers and leaving the impression the City was solely involved in sporting issues. He pointed out the reality was that one item of 40 on the Council agenda could have some tangential relationship to sports but that most dealt with improving neighborhoods, building community facilities, repaving streets and increasing the City's budget to maximize the benefit to citizens in areas of police and fire protection as well as establishing programs far beyond that of any other city in Southern California He reported on attending the United States Conference on Mayors in Las Vegas, participating in a meeting at the California Nevada high speed rail commission looking for ways to develop a connection from Anaheim to Las Vegas for the long-term and from Anaheim to Ontario airport for the short term. He then traveled to Washington D.C. at the City's cost, and met with the City's lobbyist overseeing efforts to secure transportation funding. He indicated there was a designation for funding for ARTIC for $400,000 and the intent was to try to increase that amount to $2-3 million. He also met with Congressman Miller on the same subject and with Congressman Lee Terry on the subject of Anaheim's video competitiveness discussing ways to bring more video choices to residents as competition to cable. In addition, the Mayor was a speaker at the Heritage Foundation on the issue of video competitiveness and also met with Congressman Ed Royce and a lobbyist for the state of California, Dave Wetmor and with Congressman Tom Finney, a member of the Commerce committee. He also met with Ryan Streeter, a domestic policy advisory to the White House, who wanted a presentation on the overall zoning applied to the Platinum Triangle to see how it encouraged that type of development. In addition, Mayor Pringle met with other potentially lobbying firms looking to serve Anaheim and had met with four representatives from the Department of Homeland Security to discuss funding provided to Anaheim and ways to increase funding. On Saturday he spoke with the Castle Coalition which had a national forum on eminent domain to provide details on steps Anaheim was taking to limit the City's ability to take private property through the use of eminent domain. At 6:17 P.M., Mayor Pringle adjourned to June 20, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. for the continued public hearing on 2006/07 Budget.