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Susana Barrios
From: Eric Dutra <
Sent: Tuesday, June 9, 2026 12:53 PM
To: Public Comment <publiccomment@anaheim.net>
Subject: \[EXTERNAL\] Public Comment
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Dear Honorable Members of the Anaheim City Council,
Thank you for taking the time to hear my perspective on the proposed self-checkout ordinance. As a
newlywed hoping to start a family in Anaheim, I have a personal stake in the policies that shape the
lives of residents like me, and I appreciate the council’s thoughtful consideration of this issue. As you
continue evaluating this proposal, I respectfully ask that you consider the impact additional
regulations may have on Anaheim families. At a time where Californians are facing some of the
highest costs of living in the country, many of us are doing everything we can to make ends meet and
build a stable future for our families. Like many others, I often rely on multiple sources of income and
carefully manage my time and household budget.
Convenience and affordability matter. Self-checkout has become an important option for many
consumers, helping us save time while maintaining flexibility in our daily lives. I am concerned that
additional restrictions could make everyday shopping less convenient and potentially increase costs
for families already feeling the strain of rising prices.
I respectfully urge you to keep families like mine as you consider this proposal and to support policies
that preserve consumer choice, convenience, and affordability for Anaheim residents.
Thank you for your service to our community and for considering my perspective.
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Thanks,
Eric Dutra
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