2011/10/11ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL REGULAR AND REGULAR ADJOURNED
MEETING OF OC TOBER 11, 2017
The City Council meeting of October 11, 2011 was called to order at 3:00 P.M. and adjourned to
4:00 P.M. for lack of a quorum. The October 11, 2011 regular adjourned meeting was called to
order at 4:05 P.M. in the Chambers of City Hall located at 200 South Anaheim Boulevard. A
copy of the agenda was posted on October 7, 2011 on the kiosk outside City Hall.
PRESENT: Mayor Tom Tait and Council Members: Gail Eastman, Lord Galloway, Kris Murray
and Harry Sidhu.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Tom Wood, City Attorney Cristina Talley, and City Clerk Linda
Andal
CANYON SPECIFIC PLAN UPDATE
Sheri Vander Dussen, Planning Director, began the Canyon Specific Plan (CSP) update
acknowledging the City had been awarded a state grant of $335,000 in 2010 to complete the
comprehensive plan for the Canyon. This, she added, would complement ongoing City efforts
to reduce regulations and the cost of doing business in the City while adding certainty to the
development process. She pointed out the Department had made considerable progress
towards meeting business friendly goals by putting in place a 35 -day conditional use permit
process and adopting more flexible business sign and parking standards. She anticipated
strategies coming from the Canyon Specific Plan would allow staff to identify additional ways to
help businesses invest throughout the city. She pointed out Chris Beynon of MIG Consulting
was selected to assist the City with this effort, chosen after a competitive process that included
direct participation and input from a group of Canyon business stakeholders. She further
explained MIG, with a successful track record of preparing similar land use plans, was known
for its strong public outreach skills and would reinforce the City's commitment to engage
stakeholders in this process.
The 2,500 acre Canyon area was a key component of Anaheim's economic base, home to a
third of Anaheim's businesses and jobs and also its largest redevelopment project area.
Throughout its history, she pointed out, the Canyon had been constantly evolving and was
transitioning once again. As aerospace departed, other companies such as Kaiser Permanente
and Fisker Automotive were investing in the area. In addition to private investments, she
reported, there continued to be considerable public investment as well. A recent multi - million
federal grant had been received by Anaheim to improve pedestrian connections between the
Canyon Metrolink station and surrounding businesses, including the new Kaiser facility.
Additionally, OCTA was ready to begin a series of railroad grade separation projects along the
heavily used BNSF rail line along Orangethorpe Avenue. She added that all projects would
improve mobility in the area. Ms. Vander Dussen reiterated that the specific plan update
program was also being funded by a state grant and its overriding goal was to insure City
regulations did not impede investment in the area by providing the flexibility businesses needed
to remain competitive. She noted some Canyon businesses were changing from aerospace to
other types of manufacturing while others were looking at new technologies; the City's ability to
reduce or eliminate regulations that made it difficult for businesses to change their operations
was critical. Besides providing streamlined land use regulations, this plan update, Ms. Vander
Dussen emphasized, would also help area businesses comply with a variety of state and
regional sustainability mandates. It would provide the structure necessary to achieve storm
water management, water conservation, and air quality requirements associated with the
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implementation of recent state legislation and would also be consistent with Orange County
Sustainable Communities Strategy known as SCS. These strategies recently approved by
OCTA and the Orange County Council of Governments included guidelines to reduce vehicle
emissions through the coordination of land use, transportation and transit systems.
In order to insure the success of this program, she underlined the importance in partnering with
the local business community to identify and address the needs of the area businesses when
planning for the Canyon's future. As part of these planning efforts, the Department solicited the
support of an advisory group comprised of the areas major investors and stakeholders,
including business owners, property owners and real estate brokers. Meetings were already
underway as this group helped select MIG as the CSP consultant. Last year, she pointed out,
the Chamber surveyed businesses to identify factors that influenced business attraction and
retention. The results revealed that streamlined zoning regulations, an area's physical image,
and the availability of employee amenities such as upscale restaurants to entertain business
clients were important factors that influenced a business's decision to locate, expand or stay in
the Canyon. She recognized that businesses contemplating the Canyon had other location
options including business parks within the inland empire and the Irvine spectrum. She added
information gathered through these surveys allowed staff to identify the services that matter
most to the businesses to set a framework for the Canyon to better compete with the
surrounding business parks. She added it was clear the existing specific plan which was over
15 years old must be updated to meet the needs and expectations of today's business
community and establish a clear vision for the area's future.
Chris Beynon, MIG, stated a specific plan allowed for a deeper consideration of geographic
areas with specific zoning standards and opportunities to craft land development and permitted
uses in order to obtain the economic development desired. The plan would outline a vision and
a clear set of design strategies to build and brand an identity, a goal of importance to the area's
stakeholders. It would also allow for identification of public improvements to support new
private sector development and combine both public and private opportunities. One of the
interests the development and business community sought was predictability in the services
they would have and in the infrastructure. This plan, he emphasized, would help set the stage
for the private market to succeed.
He also remarked this was an opportunity to rethink the Canyon area and to work with the
business community and stakeholders to collectively build consensus toward a vision of the
future. Vital to this was supporting existing businesses while at the same time integrating new
uses, new jobs generation, and businesses enterprises that would complement the existing
business space and build toward a stronger economic base. He added the Metrolink station
was an infrastructure investment not yet maximized and he believed there were opportunities for
intensity of development and transit - oriented development to leverage that infrastructure.
He pointed out that one aspect of the environment, the wide boulevards and fast moving traffic,
must be addressed to create a better environment for employees to easily reach their
destination. Currently, the Canyon was a difficult place to walk, jog or ride a bike. Sidewalks
began and then ended with pedestrians ending up on a street facing on- rushing traffic from both
directions and the specific plan, he noted, could address those issues. Maximizing and
optimizing natural resources in the area was also an important part of this effort including
looking at the Santa Ana River and determining how it could be used for greater economic
development purposes or greater recreation or habitat area. The sense of gateway for arrival
into the Canyon area would be a promotional marketing opportunity and he believed the City
could attract more businesses and customers from the outer regions if there was a sense of
entering into a place to do business. There were also a number of state requirements and
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regulations related to environmental compliance and this specific plan could help the business
community to comply with those state regulations. The point of this document, he added, was
to address larger policy frameworks at the county and state level and to ease and streamline
processes making it less burdensome for the business community to develop or start up an
enterprise.
Mr. Beynon ended the presentation remarking the specific plan would be an 18 month process
with intensive collaboration between stakeholders, advisory groups, and agencies with a multi-
disciplinary team of city staff and consultants working hand in hand. With transportation experts
and economists looking intently at the new wave of jobs for the 21 st century, the goal was to
make sure land use, design, and infrastructure could accommodate and support future jobs and
business development. The first phase would tackle existing conditions and opportunity
development; the second phase would develop more clear concepts, strategies and standards
for the Canyon; and the last phase would have the draft and final plan by February 2013.
Sheri Vander Dussen was pleased to announce information had just been received indicating
the State would approve Anaheim's application for an Enterprise Zone (which would offer state
and local incentives to encourage business investment and promote the creation of new jobs).
She advised that staff would return to Council to adopt resolutions along with a budget
appropriation to implement the Enterprise Zone. She added staff was currently working on a
contract with the Chamber of Commerce which had created an economic development
corporation to administer the Enterprise Zone.
Council Member Murray remarked it was important to integrate all manner of transportation
improvements with bike lanes, pedestrian pathways and more access to the transit station as
well as to provide more service in the Canyon especially when the Kaiser campus was up and
running. Mayor Pro Tern Sidhu wanted to insure any proposed cha] =nges would have a funding
plan in place. Ms. Vander Dussen responded a funding plan for infrastructure would be created
while the marketing would most likely be incorporated into the Enterprise Zone. She added
some of the tasks coming out of the specific plan would be absorbed into existing programs and
others would be worked out with the Public Works Department and by seeking grant
opportunities to implement any infrastructure improvements. Council Member Eastman
wondered if a funding mechanism such as t hat used in the Resort District could be considered
for the Canyon area as well. Mayor Tait remarked part of the discussion for the specific plan
update should be the core values of freedom and kindness as the City helped businesses
achieve their goals.
ADDITIONS /DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION: None
At 4:31 P.M., Mayor Tait adjourned to closed session for the following item:
CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9:
One potential case
Invocation: Rev. Dr. Victor Chayasirisobhon, First Southern Baptist of Anaheim
Flat Salute: Council Member Lorri Galloway
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Presentations: Recognizing participants in the Community Emergency Response Team
Training
Mary Jo Flynn, Emergency Management Assistant Director, introduced the newest graduating
CERT class, volunteers now trained to assist the community in times of a major emergency.
Recognizing long -term City of Anaheim Employees
Walt Jerz, Human Resources, remarked there were 77 employees who had either completed
25, 30 or 35 years of services and were being recognized this evening for their service to the
City. On behalf of the residents of Anaheim, Mayor Tait expressed appreciation to those
employees in attendance.
Acceptance of Other Recounitions (To be presented at a later date):
Proclaiming October 9 —15, 2011 as Fire Prevention Week
Jeff Lutz, Fire Marshall, accepted Fire Prevention Week proclamation remarking the theme
addressed understanding the leading cause of home fires, life saving technologies and the
importance of home escape planning. He also invited the community to several fire station
open houses on Saturday, October 15 th .
Proclaiming October 23 -29, 2011 as Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
Week
Dr. David Nunez, Orange County Health Care Agency, accepted this proclamation on behalf of
the County's Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention program thanking Council for recognition of
this health threat and remarking that he looked forward to continued partnership with the City.
Recognizing recipients of the Orange County Hispanic Education
Endowment Fund Apple of Gold Awards
Recognizing the Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center Women's
Residence 10 Anniversary
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS (all agenda items):
Diane Sergeant, addressing potential library budget cuts, highlighted early literacy program
benefits preparing kids for school and keeping them out of trouble.
Nancy Carlberg, Friends of the Anaheim Public Library, expressed her concern over library staff
morale and the lack of new materials available in the libraries due to ongoing budget cuts. She
felt there had been enough drastic cuts to library services in the past.
John Leos, resident, emphasized the need for Council action on his proposed Anaheim
Transparency Disclosure and Accountability Reform Act, citing cases of the public's lack of faith
in local government.
William Fitzgerald, Anaheim Home, objected to Item No's. 5 and 9, stating tax monies should
not be used to benefit the Disney Corporation and should go towards public services such as
police and libraries.
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Cecil Jordan Corcoran, Outreach Ministries, believed his neighborhood had changed for the
better. He also suggested police officers patrol behind commercial buildings in his
neighborhood.
Judy Dickenson, ACACIA, thanked Council for their support of ACACIA programs in the past,
remarking the organization had been operating for 32 years offering adult day care, adult health
care and a program for individuals with dementia. She added ACACIA currently had 139
participants from 18 cities in Orange County, 16 of whom resided in Anaheim and invited all
interested persons to take a tour of the facility.
Julie Gomez urged Council to reconsider cuts to library services as her family had attended
many of the programs offered and would be impacted if services were eliminated.
Adolfo stated there was currently no administrative mechanism in place to voice an opinion of
the Police Department asking that Council take steps to make complaint forms easily available
for everyone. Mayor Tait requested the City Manager look into that request with Mr. Wood
responding complaints could be made using 311, Anaheim Anytime, or by direct calls to his
office. He stated a specific form was not necessary and his office would take any complaints as
the City's commitment was to provide quality service to all.
Rene, an advocate against excessive force by police departments, objected to the fact there
was no administrative mechanism in place to register complaints against police officers. She
also recommended an outside consultant investigate police misconduct in Anaheim and to
release all records regarding officer misconduct to the public. City Manager Tom Wood stated
an outside consultant, the Office of Independent Review, had been under contract with the City
for a number of years to investigate police complaints. Council Member Murray added that
Anaheim 311 was available on line 24/7 for any individual to lodge a complaint anonymously
against any city employee or service.
Chris Young, resident, opposed library budget reductions, emphasizing the programs offered
provided a magical and educational experience for children.
Steve Sain, Family YMCA chairperson, offered invitations to the YMCA "100 Years of Caring"
celebration on November 8 at the Anaheim Marriott. In response to a question by Mayor Tait,
Mr. Andreason stated the Anaheim Achieves program with four pools available this past
summer was well received and served 5,000 kids a day.
Dorothy Rose, Orange County Symphony, reminded the community of the October 23` concert,
free to children in Halloween costumes and their families, adding that it was an opportunity to
enrich the lives of those who might otherwise not be able to attend.
Joe Steinmetz, resident, discussing the anti - bullying campaign, commented it was one of the
biggest problems facing children today.
Dave Wilk, GOALS, discussed the importance of libraries to the community, remarking it was
essential for literacy and was one of the few things available to low- income families and for kids
needing support in school.
Alan Chan, student and volunteer at the Euclid Library, urged Council to look at other
alternatives rather than cutting the library system budget and listing some of those options
which could be considered.
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Verity Fletcher, resident, announced that 15 positions were lost 18 months ago from the library
system along with programs, and any further reductions would have an impact of literacy rates
and youth crime.
Theresa, resident, asked Council to make a complaint form easily available to those who wish to
lodge a complaint against a police officer. She talked of her difficulties in finding a form
available at the Police Department or at a City library, referencing a city flyer stating that such
locations would have complaint forms available, and further stating that the only form available
was found at the City Clerk's office.
Alan Yam, student, would rather see library hours cut than to lose existing experienced library
staff.
Keely Hall, Anaheim librarian, attested to the dedication of her co- workers and their mission to
serve the residents of the City. She had seen the impacts of years of funding reductions to
services and requested Council reconsider the latest rounds of cuts where maintaining hours
would severely impact the ability to maintain the levels of services patrons expect. She and
Kathy Garcia had been with the library system for 25 years and did not want to see it further
diminished.
Kathy Garcia, Anaheim librarian, added reductions had already included the loss of a
bookmobile as well.
Curt Tibal, resident, complained of a parking problem on his neighborhood street due to
apartment spillover. Mayor Tait requested the City Engineer, Mark Vukojevic, discuss the issue
and explain the process regarding permit parking.
Marsha Cochran, League of Women Voters (LOWV), explained the LOWV had two separate
roles, one related to non - partisan voter services and the other to advocacy and action. She
added the LOWV at the local, state, and national level had a policy supporting public library
systems as a basic community service with a long -term assured stable and adequate funding
source. She stated her support of Anaheim's library system.
CONSENT CALENDAR: Council Member Eastman requested Item No.'s 5 and 9 be removed
from the consent calendar for further discussion. Mayor Pro Tern Sidhu moved to waive reading
in full of all ordinances and resolutions and to adopt the balance of the consent calendar in
accordance with the reports, certifications and recommendations furnished each council
member and as listed on the consent calendar, seconded by Council Member Murray. Roll Call
Vote: Ayes — 5: Mayor Tait and Council Members: Galloway, Eastman, Murray and Sidhu.
Noes — 0. Motion Carried
1. Determine, on the basis of the evidence submitted by Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
U.S., Inc. that the property owner has complied in good faith with the terms and
AG R -1516 conditions of Development Agreement No. 96 -01 for the 2010 -11 review period for the
Disneyland Resort project.
2. Accept the lowest responsive bid of Best Contracting Services, Inc., in the amount of
$625,306.15, for roofing services at the Anaheim Convention Center - Hall C, in
accordance with Bid #7552.
3. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Mike Prlich and Sons, Inc., in the
AGR -7012 amount of $1,386,815, for the Citywide Sanitary Sewer Improvement Program /Project,
Group 4: Underhill Avenue, State College Boulevard, Center Street, New Avenue, Ward
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Terrace, Sunkist Street and La Palma Avenue, and authorize the Finance Director to
execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions.
4. Approve the revised project list as required by the California Department of Finance for
participation in Proposition 1 B - Local Streets and Roads Improvement, Congestion
D175 Relief, and Traffic Safety Account Funds, and appropriate $2.1 million into the Public
Works' fiscal year 2011 -12 budget from the existing Proposition 1 B fund balance
(Serrano Ave. from Hidden Canyon Rd. to Canyon Rim Rd.; Katella Ave. from Jean St.
to Humor Dr. - Storm Drain Only; Nohl Ranch Rd. Rehabilitation and Royal Oak
Sidewalk; Anaheim Blvd from La Palma to Center Street Rehabilitation; South Street
from Rio Vista to State College Rehabilitation; Ball Rd from 500 ft w/o Knott to 400 ft w/o
Fremont Rehabilitation; and Haster St. from 602 ft n/o Orangewood Ave. to South City
limit).
6. Approve and authorize the Community Development Executive Director, or his designee,
to execute and administer the Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with the Anaheim
AGR -7014 Family YMCA for the Ross Park expansion project on the City -owned site located at the
southeast corner of Broadway and Hessel Street.
7. Approve and authorize the Public Utilities General Manager to execute and take the
necessary actions to implement and administer the Assignment and Assumption
Agreement between the City, Innoprise Software, Inc. ( Innoprise), and Harris Systems
AGR- 4412.0.1 USA, Inc. (Harris) for assignment of the existing Public Utilities Department's customer
interactive web services from Innoprise to Harris.
8. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to apply for $200,000 in United States
Environmental Protection Agency Brownfields Grant Program funds, and if awarded,
D116 authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to accept the grant on behalf of the City,
execute required grant documents, and take all other actions to implement grant
activities.
10. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -136 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Public Utilities General Manager or designee to
accept, on behalf of the City of Anaheim as a sub - recipient, a Sunshot Rooftop Solar
R100 Challenge Grant from the Department of Energy for streamlining and standardizing
permitting requirements for rooftop photovoltaic projects, to take such actions in
furtherance of the grant, and amending the budget for fiscal year 2011/2012.
11. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -137 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM establishing Permit - Eligible Parking District No. 22 (Spinnaker
D175 Street).
12. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -138 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Director of Public Works or designee to submit
R100 an application for Principal Forgiveness Funding (Funding) under the Clean Water State
Revolving Fund Program on behalf of the City of Anaheim to the State Water Resources
Control Board, and if awarded, authorizing the acceptance of such funding on behalf of
the City and amending the budget for fiscal year 2011/2012 accordingly.
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13. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -139 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting the City of Anaheim Emergency Operations Plan and
D129 approving submittal of the Anaheim Operations Plan to the State of California
Emergency Management Agency.
RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -140 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting the National Incident Management System and
National Response Framework.
Authorize the Director of Emergency Management to submit the plan to the California
Emergency Management Agency and the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
14. RESOLUTION NO. 2011 -141 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Fire Chief or his designee to submit a grant
R100 application on behalf of the City of Anaheim to the Orange County Health Care Agency,
and if awarded, authorizing the acceptance of such grant on behalf of the City and
amending the budget for fiscal year 2011 -2012 accordingly.
15. ORDINANCE NO 6224 (ADOPTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
M142 ANAHEIM adding Chapter 18.34 to Title 18 of the Anaheim Municipal Code pertaining to
the Residential Opportunity (RO) Overlay Zone (introduced at Council meeting of
September 27, 2011, Item No. 21).
16. ORDINANCE NO 6225 (ADOPTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM amending the zoning map referred to in Title 18 of the Anaheim Municipal
C280 Code relating to zoning (Reclassification No. 2011 - 00243; DEV2010- 00179; 3323 West
Ball Road) (introduced at Council meeting of September 27, 2011, Item No. 22).
17. Approve minutes of Council meeting of September 27, 2011.
END OF CONSENT:
5. Approve an agreement with Mark Thomas & Company, in an amount not to exceed
AGR -7013 $524,400, for design services for the Katella Avenue Undercrossing Improvement/1 -5
project from Manchester Avenue to Anaheim Way.
Mark Vukojevic, City Engineer, reported this item was to approve a design and engineering
contract for the widening of Katella Avenue between the on and off -ramps of the 5 Freeway. It
would add an additional lane in each direction to facilitate on and off traffic to the freeway. He
added this was a relatively short segment, identified as a project for the Platinum Triangle in
2007 and was envisioned as part of the Platinum Triangle comprehensive Master Plan. He
indicated there was partial funding set aside for this project from the Platinum Triangle bond
sales in 2009. He added the City was successful in receiving $350,000 from OCTA Competitive
Grant Projects and with the local match of $350,000 from the Platinum Triangle bond sales, the
project would go forward. He added the design would take a year and award of construction
was anticipated for next fall.
Council Member Eastman remarked she wished to assure the audience who had heard earlier
public comments that these funds could and should be diverted to other services to understand
that in reality the funds could only be used for this project. Mr. Vukojevic concurred, adding that
no dollars were taken from the General Fund and OCTA funding could only be used for this
specific project.
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Council Member Eastman moved to approve Item No. 5, seconded by Council Member
Galloway. Roll Call Vote: Ayes — 5:(Mayor Tait and Council Members: Eastman, Galloway,
Murray and Sidhu.) Noes — 0. Motion Carried.
9. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute and administer the First Amendment
AGR- 3935.1.1 to the Amended and Restated Host City Volleyball Agreement, and future amendments,
with USA Volleyball reducing the City's financial obligation to provide office space and
athletic facilities.
Greg Garcia, Deputy City Manager /Administration, remarked this item was an amendment to
the City's contract with USA Volleyball. In 2006, the City brought the men's USA Volleyball
Team to Anaheim from Colorado Springs, resulting in a successful year in 2009. Anaheim
chose to continue the relationship and also became the host city to the Women's USA Volleyball
team. As part of the contract agreement, he reported, the City paid for room, board,
transportation and practice facilities and office space for the teams to locate in Anaheim and in
return, Anaheim was promoted worldwide along with the volleyball teams as their host city. This
amendment, he stated would provide some savings from the City's obligations with American
Sports Facility, where both teams practice and have office space, agreeing to kick in funding for
those activities so the City was no longer required to reimburse them for those funds.
Council Member Eastman wished to clarify this funding did not impact the General Fund and
was not a funding resource that could be used for libraries or other budget reductions. Mr.
Garcia emphasized this contract was not funded with General Fund dollars and came from the
Convention Center Enterprise Funds.
Council Member Eastman moved to approve Item No. 6, seconded by Council Member
Galloway. Roll Call Vote: Ayes — 5: (Mayor Tait and Council Members: Eastman, Galloway,
Murray and Sidhu.) Noes — 0. Motion Carried.
Report from Closed Session: None
Council Communications:
Council Member Eastman congratulated the Historical Society on a successful Oktoberfest
event. She also shared business owners comments on the outstanding customer service
received from Anaheim staff. She announced the Mariachi Festival scheduled for October 30
and suggested the band be invited to the next Council meeting for a Certificate of Appreciation
for providing the musical entertainment in Anaheim's elementary school at no charge. She also
spoke of Bruno Serato's 'Feeding the Kids in America' book signing event held on October 11
and requested Mr. Serato be presented with a Certificate of Recognition for his community
work, stating he had been a great corporate citizen to Anaheim.
Mayor Pro Tem Sidhu announced that October was Arts and Humanities Month recognizing the
importance of culture and arts in America. He also encouraged all to visit the Muzeo's new
exhibits and to take advantage of the free medical and dental clinic to be held on October 29 at
the CareMore Center in Anaheim.
Council Member Galloway spoke of her attendance, together with her Council Member Gail
Eastman, at the California Preservation Foundation held in San Francisco on October 1s and
her pleasure in accepting the 2011 Preservation Design Award on behalf of the Anaheim
Citywide Historic Preservation Plan. She announced the CHOC Walk to be held on October
16 and the Anaheim Family Justice Center 5 th Anniversary Luncheon on October 19 She
also recognized city employee, David Pangal, Public Works.
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Council Member Murray also highlighted the CHOC Walk to be held on October 16 and her
support for Team Adela, urging the community to participate on the website. She announced a
number of upcoming community events: the Muzeo Visionaries Gala on October 22, the
Muzeo's largest fundraiser to allow Anaheim students to attend educational programs free of
charge; the Anaheim Hills Rotary Club fundraiser at the Oak Canyon Nature Center on October
15; the Citizen Groups' Fall Festival and Parade on October 29 and the Mariachi Festival on
October 30. She also thanked and congratulated Anaheim's long -term employees for their
service to the community.
Mayor Tait highlighted the Anaheim Canyon Specific Plan workshop with the goal of
encouraging businesses to achieve their dreams in Anaheim. He requested a discussion be
placed on the next agenda to have two City Council meetings a year to be held in West and
East Anaheim, bringing the council meetings to the people and also extended his condolences
to the family of Frank Brueller.
Adjournment:
With no other business to conduct, Mayor Tait adjourned the October 11, 2011 meeting at 7:04
P.M., in memory of Frank Brueller.
Re pec Ily submitted,
Linda N. Andal, CMC
City Clerk