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05/05/2026ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 5, 2026 The regular meeting of May 5, 2026 was called to order at 3:31 P.M. in the Council Chamber of Anaheim City Hall, located at 200 South Anaheim Boulevard. The meeting notice, agenda, and related material were duly posted on April 30, 2026. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ashleigh E. Aitken and Council Members Carlos A. Leon, Ryan Balius, Kristen M. Maahs, and Natalie Meeks MEMBERS ABSENT: Council Members Natalie Rubalcava and Norma Campos Kurtz STAFF PRESENT: Interim City Manager Greg Garcia, Chief Assistant City Attorney Kristin Pelletier, and City Clerk Theresa Bass ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION: None PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM: None CLOSED SESSION: At 3:31 p.m., Mayor Aitken recessed to closed session for consideration of the following: 1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Subdivision (a) of Section 54957.6 of the California Government Code) Agency Designated Representative: Linda Andal, Human Resources Director Name of Employee Organizations: Anaheim Police Association At 5:06 p.m., Mayor Aitken reconvened the Anaheim City Council. INVOCATION: Senior Pastor Luiz Gustavo Assis, Anaheim Seventh-Day Adventist Church Prior to the flag salute, Council Member Maahs requested to remember and honor the men and women who have served, and continue to serve the country. FLAG SALUTE: Council Member Kristen M. Maahs PRESENTATIONS: Recognizing Holly Hagler's retirement from Meals on Wheels Orange County after 14 years as president and CEO Mayor Aitken highlighted Meals on Wheels Orange County and the organization's critical role for Anaheim seniors to meet the challenge of good nutrition and engagement. She stated that Holly Hagler has led Meals on Wheels Orange County for the past 14 years. She shared that each week at the Brookhurst Community Center, seniors join for a community meal and social activities. She reported that Meals on Wheels provides a million meals to more than 10,000 at -risk older adults in Anaheim and beyond. She added that amid the challenge of the pandemic, Meals on Wheels stepped up and helped the City safely provide drive-thru meals. She stated that Ms. Hagler is now starting a new chapter with a well-earned retirement after a career in business and nonprofits. She expressed appreciation for Ms. Hagler's service, noting that she would be missed and recognized that she was leaving Meals on Wheels in a stronger position than when she began. Ms. Hagler thanked the Mayor and City Council for the recognition and highlighted Meals on Wheels Orange County's services in Anaheim, including daily meal delivery, senior center meals, adult day City Council Minutes of May 5, 2026 Page 2 of 10 health care, and community -based support reaching nearly 400 older adults each day. She emphasized that the organization's success is the result of a dedicated team and recognized the leadership team and board members in attendance. Recognizing Public Works employee Jose Sanchez for his role in stopping an assault on a mother and her daughter Mayor Aitken recognized Public Works employee Jose Sanchez for stepping in to stop an assault on a mother and daughter. She stated that on March 3rd, Mr. Sanchez was driving on duty in the downtown area when he witnessed the incident and stepped in to confront the suspect and stop the assault, preventing further harm. She shared that others helped the two get to safety while Mr. Sanchez kept watch on the suspect and captured video that proved critical to Anaheim Police's investigation. She added that the suspect was quickly identified and arrested, and now facing felony charges. She shared that the mother and daughter were doing okay. Mr. Sanchez thanked the Mayor and City Council for the recognition. He explained that he acted on instinct and compassion to help someone in need, hoping that others would do the same for his own family in the same situation. ACCEPTANCE OF OTHER RECOGNITIONS To be presented at a later datel Recognizing May 2026, as Older Americans Month Community Services Supervisor Maureen Richardson highlighted the contributions of older adults and veterans, and emphasized the value of their experience and wisdom. She shared that the City's programming plays a vital role in supporting Anaheim's older adult residents. She highlighted the City's enhanced programming at its seven community facilities, including hot meals, health and wellness services, fitness activities, and social opportunities, and reaffirmed its commitment to helping older adult residents remain active, connected, and age with dignity. Recognizing May 3 — 9, 2026, as Municipal Clerks Week City Clerk Theresa Bass thanked the Mayor and City Council for recognizing Municipal Clerks Week and acknowledged the City Clerk's Office staff for their dedication and service. She highlighted the office's role in preparing Council agendas, administering elections, preserving City records, and serving as a vital link between residents and local government, while reaffirming the team's commitment to serving the Anaheim community. Recognizing May 3 — 9, 2026, as National Travel and Tourism Week Recognizing May 2026, as Jewish American Heritage Month Recognizing May 2026, as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA: None City Council Minutes of May 5, 2026 Page 3 of 10 PUBLIC COMMENTS all agenda itemsl Prior to receipt of public comments, City Clerk Theresa Bass provided an outline of procedures for public comments, notice of translation services, and a brief decorum statement. City Clerk Theresa Bass reported that a total of thirty-two (32) public comments were received electronically prior to 1:30 P.M. [A final total of forty-one (41) public comments were received electronically, distributed to the City Council, and made part of the official records]. — See Appendix. R. Joshua Collins encouraged the City to expand services for people experiencing homelessness, including access to showers and safe parking, particularly for women. He called for increased transparency and oversight of police psychological evaluations. He suggested implementing ongoing psychological and bias assessments, citing concerns about officer conduct, racial disparities in policing, and accountability, and referenced the case of Albert Arzola as an example of the need for reform. Christine Lopez opposed the City's approval of automated license plate reader technology, expressing concerns about privacy, surveillance, and potential impacts on immigrant communities. She called for the release of information related to the death of her nephew, Albert Arzola, including body camera footage, the officers' identities, and the autopsy report. She requested greater transparency, accountability, and community engagement regarding the ongoing investigation and policing practices. Matt Compton called for the termination of Officer Nathan Garcia, alleging excessive force in the death of Albert Arzola and in a separate arrest of a minor. He criticized the City's response to public records requests, including delays in providing body camera footage and related documents, and urged the City to release the requested materials. David Pulido demanded justice and accountability for the death of Albert Arzola and called for the firing of Officer Nathan Garcia. He urged the City to release body camera footage and the autopsy report. He alleged harassment of the victim's family, criticized the City's handling of public records requests and community meetings. He called for greater community oversight and accountability of the Anaheim Police Department. Sergio Pelayo shared personal memories of his cousin Albert Arzola. He expressed concerns regarding the officer involved, citing reports of a prior excessive force case. He called for greater accountability for law enforcement officers and shared concerns about relying on the investigation by the District Attorney's Office. Grace Arzola shared a tribute to her nephew Albert Arzola and described the emotional impact of his death. She questioned why an officer's body camera footage was not activated during the incident. She raised concerns about the officer's previous report of excessive force and called for greater accountability and policy changes within the Anaheim Police Department. She urged City leaders to address community concerns regarding police practices. John Baca expressed support for the approval of labor agreements with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), General Unit and Professional Management Unit. He noted that the contracts expired in January and recognized City staff, including the Human Resources Department, for their efforts in completing negotiations. He encouraged the City Council to approve the agreements. Leslie Lopez expressed concern regarding the continued employment of the officer involved in the death of her cousin Albert Arzola. She referenced reports of the officer's prior use -of -force history and questioned the officer's actions and the City's public statement on the incident. She shared the City Council Minutes of May 5, 2026 Page 4 of 10 family's experience on the night of the incident and criticized the officers' conduct following the shooting. She called for greater accountability, transparency, and improved officer training. Sam Carlin, representing Teamsters Local 952, expressed support for reaching a new labor agreement for Anaheim Convention Center employees. He stated that negotiations were close to being complete. He requested a fair first -year wage increase comparable to other bargaining units and expanded health insurance for eligible part-time employees. He highlighted the contributions of Convention Center employees to different events and Convention Center operations. He urged the City Council to take the final steps needed to reach a fair agreement. Joe Reyes, Part -Time Anaheim Convention Center security officer and Teamsters Local 952 shop steward, urged the City Council to approve the union's contract proposal. He cited ongoing recruitment and retention challenges due to noncompetitive wages. He stated that a fair wage increase would help attract and retain qualified employees who serve Convention Center visitors and the City. He urged the City Council to approve the union's contract proposal. Paul Adams with Teamsters Local 952 expressed support for reaching a new labor agreement and highlighted the Anaheim Convention Center's role in serving the community and visitors. He requested improved access to health insurance for eligible part-time employees and encouraged the City to consider changes that would help address employee healthcare needs as contract negotiations conclude. Andrea Manes highlighted two upcoming community events: the Anaheim Children's Festival at Pearson Park and the St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church Greek Festival. She thanked the City for its sponsorship and staff support of the Children's Festival. She encouraged community participation at both events, and noted that the Children's Festival would feature more than 40 free arts and activity booths for families. Mazatl Tepehyolotzin acknowledged the indigenous people whose ancestral lands include Anaheim. He spoke about indigenous history, culture, and language. He expressed support for justice and accountability for Albert Arzola and cases involving police use of force. He advocated for greater recognition of Native communities and discussed broader issues related to historical colonization, representation, and tribal sovereignty. Cecil Jordan Corkern stated that it was his birthday. He shared that he was writing a book regarding Disney and spoke about his ongoing Bible study. Art Castillo raised concerns regarding children's safety riding a -bikes near schools and encouraged the City to consider additional education or safety measures. He expressed concerns regarding police interactions in the community and alleged harassment. He called for improved community - police relations and encouraged the City to expand positive policing practices and accountability efforts. Stephanie Mercadante questioned the City's statements regarding water quality and the potential environmental impacts of fireworks, requesting data to support claims that fireworks are not a source of perchlorate contamination. She called for independent studies evaluating the cumulative effects of decades of fireworks on soil and groundwater, and cited actions taken by other jurisdictions regarding fireworks -related environmental concerns. She urged the City to provide greater transparency and scientific analysis regarding water quality and potential sources of contamination. Jeanine Robbins expressed concerns regarding water quality monitoring, alleging missing sampling data, increased hydrant flushing, and operational changes that may have affected water quality reporting. She requested greater transparency regarding sampling records, flushing activities, and City Council Minutes of May 5, 2026 Page 5 of 10 valve operations, and questioned the completeness of the City's water quality monitoring and public disclosures. She called for the termination of the officer involved in the Albert Arzola case. G. Price raised concerns about the City's response to elevated PFAS levels detected at Well 51, questioning the delay in taking the well offline and the discrepancy between reported and actual shutdown dates. She requested clarification regarding the timeline, the lack of public notification, and the City's decision -making process, emphasizing the need for transparency and timely communication on drinking water quality issues. Tom Fielder questioned the City's compliance with California's "Call Before You Dig" law (Government Code Section 4216), emphasizing the importance of proper excavation procedures to prevent utility strikes, gas leaks, explosions, and injuries. He inquired whether adequate systems are in place to verify valid 811 dig tickets and underground utility clearances before excavation begins, asserting that these safeguards should include documented verification, auditable records, and routine oversight rather than relying solely on field personnel. He requested greater accountability and documentation to ensure excavation projects are conducted safely and in compliance with applicable regulations. Marc Herbert stated that interruptions during previous public comments limited discussion of drinking water quality concerns and referenced prior Brown Act concerns that the speaker stated had not received a response. He reported deficiencies in workplace safety practices within the Public Utilities Department, including compliance with excavation safety requirements, and claimed that employees faced retaliation for raising safety concerns or contacting union representatives. He urged City leadership to strengthen oversight, accountability, and transparency regarding public safety, employee protections, and regulatory compliance. Mike Robbins expressed concerns regarding the City's response to elevated PFAS levels at Well 51, alleging that the well remained in operation for an extended period and raising questions about potential public health impacts. He emphasized the importance of accurate and complete information being provided to the City Council, questioned whether elected officials have sufficient independent verification of technical reports related to water quality, and asked what safeguards and accountability measures are in place to identify and address discrepancies in operational reporting. He urged greater transparency, independent oversight, and thorough investigation of water quality issues to ensure informed decision -making and maintain public confidence in the City's drinking water system. Dave Duran summarized concerns raised during the meeting regarding water quality monitoring, including missing laboratory data, hydrant flushing practices, valve operations, the timing of Well 51's shutdown following PFAS detection, potential fireworks -related contamination, excavation safety practices, and the accuracy of information provided to City leadership. He stated that the issues indicate broader concerns regarding transparency, accountability, and governance, and urged the City Council to independently investigate the matters, verify the underlying facts, and provide clear, documented responses to the public. He requested greater transparency and accountability in addressing the issues. City Council Minutes of May 5, 2026 Page 6 of 10 Jennifer Romo requested guidance on obtaining a residential parking permit, explaining that limited parking near the Brookhurst Community Center has resulted in repeated parking citations for her family. She stated that she was unable to complete the online permit application because her address was not eligible. She inquired whether there was a petition process for additional addresses to be included in the residential parking permit program. Mayor Aitken referred Ms. Romo to Director of Public Works Rudy Emami to explain the process. Dana Baker shared his difficulty with securing housing and employment despite holding bachelor's and master's degrees. He explained that he recently lost his housing after the death of a former landlord and requested assistance from the City in locating housing, and the contact information for the department responsible for housing services. Mayor Aitken requested that staff provide Mr. Baker with contact information for the Housing and Community Development Department. Bryan Kaye expressed frustration with the City's response to public comments, stating that concerns raised by residents have not resulted in meaningful action. He criticized the City's handling of issues related to police accountability and the death of Albert Arzola. He urged the City Council to address his concerns. Donna Acevedo Nelson expressed concerns that oversight measures in the Police Department have not resulted in meaningful change. She called for greater transparency regarding officers involved in use -of -force incidents, alleged ongoing concerns about officer conduct in the community, and urged the City to strengthen police accountability and implement reforms to prevent future incidents. Pearl Arzola expressed frustration with the investigation into her brother Albert Arzola's death. She stated that the officer involved continues to patrol the community. She shared the emotional impact of the incident on the family and criticized the response of law enforcement and emergency dispatch personnel. She questioned the officer's continued employment and compensation during the investigation and called for greater accountability and disciplinary action. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS: Council Member Maahs shared that on Saturday, April 25th, she hosted "Clean Up with a Council Member" at Pioneer Park. She noted it was the inaugural effort of the monthly cleanup. She added that the effort grew out of conversations with local students who shared their interests in cleaner parks and public spaces, which drew from Green Bird Anaheim. She noted that the event would continue as a monthly effort, with the next clean-up scheduled for Saturday, May 231 at Aloe Greens Park. She shared that closed -toe shoes are required and supplies are available. She noted that a former Anaheim firefighter and current Police volunteer participated. Council Member Maahs shared that on April 26'h at Juarez Park, her office created a simple space for neighbors to connect and meet. She added that she shared mental health resources with families in an approachable and natural way. She shared that the event reinforced that public art in public spaces could play a role in mental wellness. She reported that following the event, flowers were shared with local seniors. She thanked Araceli with Victoria's Garden for her vision and talent, and Martha Rangel for her partnership in bringing the event to life. Council Member Maahs recognized District 5 resident Nate Enriquez. She shared that he is the starting goalkeeper at Mater Dei High School and played a key role in an exceptional season. She highlighted his accomplishments and high level of discipline and focus while balancing schoolwork. She acknowledged his parents for their time and support behind that commitment. She added that she would be requesting a recognition for him. Council Member Maahs congratulated South Junior High School for earning the 2026 Civic Learning Award of Excellence, the City Council Minutes of May 5, 2026 Page 7 of 10 highest recognition in California for safe civic education. She noted it is the second time the school has received the honor. She shared that she has had the opportunity to work closely with staff and leadership at South, and with students who speak on issues including littering, crossing guards, and mental health. She noted that students are not only the future but also shaping today. Mayor Pro Tem Leon reported that he joined the Anaheim Union High School District for their districtwide Parent Celebration Breakfast. He shared that the event was well attended and a well - deserved moment to recognize the parents who show up for their children and children across the community. He highlighted the community gathering to celebrate and have fun. Mayor Pro Tem Leon highlighted the Cinco de Mayo Festival and recognized the Community Services Department for organizing the event and City staff and community members who attended. Mayor Pro Tem Leon reported that he joined the Team Kids Teen Council at the Orange County Family Justice Center for a clothing donation drive. He noted that the event was student -led. He shared that the students identified a need and displayed initiative to host the event. He thanked Lieutenant Pena and the entire team and the Orange County Family Justice Center for their continued commitment in supporting the community. Mayor Pro Tem Leon thanked Anaheim Public Utilities for stopping by a District 2 neighborhood where residents could pick up Dusk to Dawn lights and connect directly with residents. He thanked staff for being accessible to residents to access resources close to home. He highlighted an attendee in an Anaheim Ducks jersey in recognition of the playoffs. Mayor Pro Tem Leon requested to adjourn the meeting in memory of Father John Monestero from St. Justin Martyr Church. He shared that Father Monestero was part of the community's everyday lives. He highlighted his service, the meaning behind his masses, and his spirit. He added that his ministry extended beyond the church and into the community. Mayor Aitken reported her attendance at the Cal Cities conference in Sacramento to meet with legislators and other delegates from the League of California Cities. She thanked City Clerk Theresa Bass for inviting her to the California Municipal Clerks Association annual conference. She highlighted the vital role of clerks, including administering elections, responding to public records requests, preserving City records, and supporting the organization of City Council agendas. She thanked City Clerk Bass and the City Clerk's Office for their work. Mayor Aitken reported her attendance at UCI's city -by -city panel on immigration, sharing cities' responses to immigration enforcement and the needs created due to those enforcement efforts. She highlighted the City's work responding to enforcement efforts through Anaheim Contigo and with grants distributed by the Anaheim Community Foundation. Mayor Atiken shared that the State of the City was held the week prior, with several hundred in attendance to raise money for the Anaheim Community Foundation. She shared that Ally Kay, announcer for the Anaheim Ducks, and Tim Kepler attended the event. She thanked the Communications team, led by Chief Communications Officer Mike Lyster for their work in putting the event together. Mayor Aitken shared that she attended the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce's Annual Angels Luncheon to raise money for different nonprofits to ensure that children from all backgrounds have resources and equipment to play baseball. She thanked the Chamber of Commerce for the invitation. CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE: Interim City Manager Garcia shared that the initial testing of the stadium has been completed and the next phase is to perform an analysis and assessment of those results. The final phase this fall includes use of a structural consultant to complete the final review and provide a final assessment. He announced the upcoming community open houses in June, across all six Districts. The community meetings will start in District 1 on June 3 and end in District 6 on June 18. Interim City Manager Garcia encouraged residents to drop in any time between 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to engage with City departments regarding subjects they are interested in. He shared that details are available on the City's website. City Council Minutes of May 5, 2026 Page 8 of 10 CONSENT CALENDAR: At 6:58 p.m.,, the Consent Calendar was considered. MOTION: Council Member Maahs moved to waive reading of the ordinances and resolutions and adopt the consent calendar as presented, in accordance with reports, certifications, and recommendations furnished each City Council Member, seconded by Council Member Meeks. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 5 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Leon, Balius, Maahs, and Meeks); NOES — 0; ABSENT — 2 (Council Members Rubalcava and Kurtz). Motion carried. B105 1. Receive and file minutes of the Anaheim Tourism Improvement District special meeting of February 26, 2026; the Cultural and Heritage Commission meeting of March 19, 2026; the Library Board meeting of February 9, 2026; the Older Adults Commission meeting of March 19, 2026; the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting of March 25, 2026; and the Public Utilities Board meeting of March 25, 2026. AGR-15947 2. Approve Master Agreement Contract No. 106-499104 with Hasa, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $123,765.50 for a one year term with up to four one-year optional renewals for a cumulative amount not to exceed $618,827.50 plus applicable CPI increases and a 15% contingency, for maintenance and repair of City park water features; and authorize the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute all necessary contractual documents related to the agreement in accordance with Invitation For Bids #9872. AGR-15948 3. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Ramona, Inc., in the amount of $216,276, for the Broadway and Elder Street Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project; 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 from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Class 3, Section 15303 (d) (New Construction) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; and authorize and direct the Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions. AGR-15949 4. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Guy F. Atkinson Construction, LLC, in the amount of $23,743,815, for the Orangewood Avenue Bridge Widening over the Santa Ana River Project; 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; and authorize and direct the Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions. AGR-15950 5 Approve the Professional Services Agreement, in substantial form, with NCB Incorporated, in an amount not to exceed $250,000 per Work Order Package with a total contract amount not to exceed $500,000 per contract year (cumulative amount not to exceed $2,500,000) plus a 15% contingency for as needed extra services, for a term ending September 3, 2027 with two one-year optional renewals for as -needed grant writing services to support the Design Services Section of the Department of Public Works; authorize the Director of Public Works to execute the agreement and to take any and all actions as are necessary, required, or advisable to implement and administer the agreement; and authorize de minimis changes that do not substantially change the terms and conditions of the Agreement, so long as such changes are determined to be de minimis by the City Attorney's Office. City Council Minutes of May 5, 2026 Page 9 of 10 AGR-15951 6. Approve the Agreement for Sale of Property and Joint Escrow Instructions, in substantial form, AGR-15952 with ATN Asset Holding Company, LLC, for the City's acquisition and use of real property located at 1354 South Anaheim Boulevard, in the acquisition amount of $9,500,000, and authorize the Public Works Director to sign the Certificate of Acceptance of Interest in Real Property attached to the Grant Deed and authorize the City Clerk, in accordance with the aforementioned Agreement, to cause said Certificate of Acceptance of Interest in Real Property to be released to the authorized escrow agent for the recording of the Grant Deed in the Office of the County Recorder of Orange County; approve a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), in substantial form, with the Anaheim Tourism Improvement District Transportation Committee providing that the Property will be maintained for eligible transportation purposes and requires that, if the Property is not used for such purposes or is sold, the net proceeds from any disposition will be returned to the ATID Transportation Component Fund; authorize and direct the Public Works Director to execute the Agreement, the MOU, and all other related documents and to take such actions as are necessary to implement and administer the Agreement and the MOU, and authorize de minimis changes that do not substantially change the terms and conditions of the Agreement and MOU, so long as the changes are determined to be de minimis by the City Attorney's Office; find that the above actions are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to Sections 15004(b)(2)(A) and 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines; and amend the Public Works FY 2025/26 budget by $9,500,000, funded from the ATID Transportation Component Fund. AGR-15953 7. Approve an agreement with The Vitality Group, LLC, in the estimated annual amount of $124,105 with additional administrative fees, for an employee wellness program, for a three year term, with two one-year optional renewals, and authorize the Human Resources Director, or designee, to execute renewal options, and any other related actions and documents necessary to implement and administer the agreement (services will be fully funded by the City's health insurance partner, Blue Shield, through a wellness stipend). AGR-15954 8. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-039 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM approving a Labor Management Workers' Compensation Alternative Dispute Resolution Agreement between the Anaheim Police Association and the City of Anaheim. Authorize the Director of Human Resources to execute the Agreement and take any and all actions necessary to implement and administer the Agreement. D154.5 9• RESOLUTION NO. 2026-040 __ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting a Memorandum of Understanding establishing terms and conditions of employment for employees represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 47 - General Unit. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-041 _ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting a Memorandum of Understanding establishing terms and conditions of employment for employees represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 47 — Professional Management Unit & Part -Time Management Unit [continued from the Council meeting of April 21, 2026, Item No. 23]. City Council Minutes of May 5, 2026 Page 10 of 10 Amend the Fiscal Year 2025/26 budget accordingly by $2,602,560. D116 10 Approve a proclamation recognizing April 28, 2026 as Workers' Memorial Day D114 11. Approve minutes of the City Council meeting of February 3, 2026. REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS: None PUBLIC COMMENTS (non -agenda items : None COUNCIL AGENDA SETTING: Council Member Maahs requested to bring Nathan Enriquez and South Junior High School leadership to a future meeting to recognize their accomplishments. Council Member Balius requested to bring a resolution to the next meeting to formally oppose the High -Speed Rail Authority's 2026 draft business plan. ADJOURNMENT: With no further business before the Council, Mayor Aitken adjourned the meeting in memory of Father John Monestero as requested by Mayor Pro Tem Leon, at 7:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, I'h4 Bass, CMC COit Clerk From: Erick Delgado <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 12:39 AM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Erick Delgado Anaheim, California 92806 From: Angela Le <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 4:11 AM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Angela Le Buena Park, California 90620 From: Andres Hernandez <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 6:17 AM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Andres Hernandez Fullerton , California 92832 From: Sarah Bancroft <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 7:14 AM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. I work in Anaheim and will be directly affected by this policy. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Sarah Bancroft Los Alamitos, California 90720 From: Ashley Diggs <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 7:38 AM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Ashley Diggs Santa Ana, California 92703 From: Sent: To: Subject: Ruben Soto Tuesday, April 21, 2026 9:00 PM [EXTERNAL] Watch "Anaheim City council meeting what's your body count" on YouTube 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. From: Sent: To: Ruben Soto 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. 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Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Ruben Soto Date: Thu, Oct 24, 2024, 6:03 PM Subject: Grand theft Auto documented with Fullerton Police department From: Sent: To: Subject: Ruben Soto [EXTERNAL] My divorce community property meaning 50/50 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. From: Sent: To: Subject: Ruben Soto [EXTERNAL] Watch "#proof what they did was wrong with my mental health issues" onYouTube 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. From: Sent: To: Subject: Ruben Soto [EXTERNAL] Watch "#more evidence against Robert at boss Auto" on YouTube 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. From: Sent: To: Subject: Ruben Soto [EXTERNAL] more abused from boss auto Robert and his boys 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. From: Sent: To: Subject: Ruben Soto [EXTERNAL] Money order and receipt paid boss Auto Robert then you have my car towed you are sick 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. From: Sent: To: Subject: Ruben Soto [EXTERNAL] Watch "#waste of tax dollars on my one case the mayor Fred Jung Fullerton" on YouTube 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. From: Sent: To: Subject: Ruben Soto Tuesday, April 28, 2026 5:45 PM [EXTERNAL] Why men and Christians hate me, oh well judge me u will bjudged 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. From: Sent: To: Subject: Ruben Soto Wednesday, April 29, 2026 4:33 AM [EXTERNAL] Watch "#not being catfished you are being dogfished" on YouTube 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. From: Sent: To: Subject: Ruben Soto [EXTERNAL] Watch "#falsifying legal documents for the court is a felony" on YouTube 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. From: Sent: To: Subject: Ruben Soto Saturday, May 2, 2026 6:45 AM Facebook [EXTERNAL] Fwd: 5.1.26 Weekly Update 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. ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Rep. Lou Correa<repcorrea()mail8.housecommunications.gov> Date: Fri, May 1, 2026, 3:51 PM Subject: 5.1.26 WeekI. U date To: Ruben Greg Sot LOUDOWNTOWCORREA CV ; +' l 0 : )RANGE C r REPRESENTATIVE/,wCALIFORNIA'S 46 " DISTRICT I Hello Mr.Soto , It's Lou here, reporting from Santa Ana after a busy week in Washington. Before the week comes to an end, I wanted to share some of the things I've been up to, both at home and while working in your Washington DC office. 111RTA4:10 P11A_1ILY14T 4 4 N 1 Some of the big -ticket items I worked on for Orange County families: - Pushed back against more ICE and Border Patrol funding to stop fraud, waste, and abuse. - Defended SNAP benefits & California state rights. - Voted NO on any bill that violates Americans' constitutional rights without a warrant. - Introduced legislation to protect Vietnam War refugees. - Joined Representatives Derek Tran and Young Kim to commemorate Black April. Rep. Correa as he entered the Committee on Homeland Security room. CONGRESSIONAL APP CHALLENGE WINNER I'm proud to announce our 2025 Congressional App Challenge winner, David Yi! David is a talented student and the creator of Math Fluent, an app designed to help students build reasoning skills and gain confidence in solving math problems. Rep. Correa with CA-46 Congressional App Challenge winner, David Yi. AUTISM SPEAKS Proud to meet with Autism Speaks to discuss the critical need to continue funding programs that support our neurodivergent friends, neighbors, and loved ones. Rep. Correa with advocates from Autism Speaks. SPRING INTERNS Each semester, my office is proud to welcome a new group of interns to our Santa Ana and Washington, DC offices —bright students who represent the next generation of leaders. We're grateful for their hard work and fresh perspectives, and we look forward to seeing what they accomplish next. n i 111h, ml 0 &1. 16k HOIYIDACAnt'r oil YOUR MONEY � OUR 360" VIEW Iw. Santa Ana Spring Interns leading events across Orange County. I1191111Zi9.I*00LVIIu[11P11111 V1 I stopped by Valley High School's Auto Academy Community Garage Service Clinic, where talented students from Valley and Santa Ana High were giving back with free car services to neighbors in need. Good to see the next generation roll up their sleeves and turn their skills into impact. Proud of these students for showing what hard work and dedication look like. That's it for another busy week here in Washington. If you're navigating the immigration process, applying for a work permit, or simply have questions, my office is ready to help every step of the way. Don't hesitate to reach out at (714) 559-6190—we're here for you. Students from Valley High School's Auto Academy show Rep. Correa what they are working on. SENIOR APPRECIATION EVENT Every May, Older Americans Month honors the contributions and lasting impact of older adults in our communities. In celebration of the seniors in my district, I'm inviting you to join us for a special Senior Appreciation Celebration on Friday, May 29. Make sure to register here. We look forward to recognizing and celebrating you. RREA LOU C REPRESENTATIVE/,, CALIFORNIA'S 46" DISTRICT SENIOR APPRECIATION EVENVT Like Butterflies, Our Elders Shine in Every Season. Join Congressman Correa's Date Celebration of Older Adults? Friday, May 29, 2026 Time Light Refreshments 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Presentation on Downtown Anaheim Aging My Way - My Life, My Plan Community Center by the 250 E. Center Street Council of Aging Southern California. Tabling Community Organizations: Tour of the Center Greens Butterfly Garden • City of Anaheim Older Adult Program • North Orange Continuing Education • SoCal Financial Education Center Q G) a� �� 43 En� REGISTER VIA THE QR CODE OR CALL MY OFFICE AT 7114-559-6190 That's it for this week, folks. That's it for another busy week here in Washington. If you're navigating the immigration process, applying for a work permit, or simply have questions, my office is ready to help every step of the way. Don't hesitate to reach out at (714) 559-6190—we're here for you. 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Community property laws mandate a 50/50 split of assets/debts acquired during the marriage. From: Jayme Kusyk <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 9:13 AM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Jayme Kusyk Los Angeles, California 90020 From: Sent: To: Subject: Craig A Durfey [EXTERNAL] Los Angeles becomes first major school district to limit screen times for students 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 thought you would be interested in this story I found on MSN: Los Angeles becomes first major school district to limit screen times for students - https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/los-angetes-becomes- first-major-school-district-to-limit-screen-times-for-students/ar-AA21 tMzD?ocid=socialshare From: Sent: To: Subject: Craig A Durfey Wednesday, April 22, 2026 3:58 PM [EXTERNAL] Los Angeles becomes the first major school district to require screen time limits 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. https://www.nbcnews.com/news/education/los-angeles-school-district-require-screen-time-limits- rcna332173 From: Sent: To: Subject: Craig A Durfey [EXTERNAL] States take up kids online safety as Congress stalls 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 thought you would be interested in this story I found on MSN: States take up kids online safety as Congress stalls - https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/states-take-up-kids-online-safety-as- congress-stalls/ar-AA21 Zp6l?ocid=socialshare From: Sent: To: Subject: Craig A Durfey [EXTERNAL] How unsupervised screen time harms vulnerable preschoolers 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 thought you would be interested in this story I found on MSN: How unsupervised screen time harms vulnerable preschoolers - https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/how-unsupervised-screen-time- harms-vulnerable-preschoolers/ar-AA20gEPM?ocid=socia[share From: Milo Root <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 1:55 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Milo Root Anaheim, California 92807 From: Giorgio Aldave < noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org > Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 2:56 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Giorgio Aldave Santa Ana, California 92704 From: Cristina Alvarez <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 3:04 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Cristina Alvarez Anaheim, California 92806 From: Natalie Plascencia <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 8:14 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Natalie Plascencia Stanton, California 90680 From: Coreyclip-< noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org > Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 8:43 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. From: Rose Young <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Thursday, April 23, 2026 1:28 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Rose Young Laguna Beach, California 92651 From: Erick Delgado <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Thursday, April 23, 2026 4:56 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Erick Delgado Anaheim, California 92806 From: <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Thursday, April 23, 2026 9:11 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. From: Rita Delgadillo <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Friday, April 24, 2026 10:00 AM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. i Del adillo Lake Forest, California 92630 From: Rep. Lou Correa<repcorrea@mail8.housecommunications.gov> Sent: Friday, April 24, 2026 5:25 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] 4.24.26 Weekly Update 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. LOU C"RREA REPRESENTATIVE/,wCALIFORNIA'S 46T" DISTRICT Sq DOWNTOWN " ,.- . R d Hello, Happy belated Earth Day! Another busy week working on behalf of California's 46th Congressional District. Here is a quick roundup of my week in Washington: ANAHEIM UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT Congratulations to the Anaheim Union High School District on its national recognition for leading the way in bringing Al to all its schools —guided by student voice and input. 9 Congratulations to the Anaheim Union High School District on its national recognition for leading the way in bringing Al to all its schools —guided by student voice and input. DEFENDING DACA RECIPIENTS Our law enforcement officers risk their lives everyday in service to our community. Now, one of our local police officers is at risk of being deported because USCIS is failing to renew DACA applications on time. a Representative Lou Correa speaking at a press conference with members of the Congressional Hispanic caucus on protecting DACA recipients HOMELAND SECURITY HEARING During a 'onaressional oversight hearing on Capitol Hill, I heard from U.S. Citizens who have been profiled, targeted, detained, and attacked by ICE and CBP under the Trump administration. Marimar Martinez, George Retes Jr., Ryan Ecklund, and Reverend David Black each heroically told their stories for the first time on the record before Congress and under oath. Pastor David Black, an American citizen, was struck by pepper -ball rounds fired by ICE agents while he was peacefully protesting outside a detention center. The Reverend testified that ICE officers laughed as it happened. DHS publicly defended the agents' actions, and President Trump is requesting MORE funding for ICE agents to continue terrorizing Americans for exercising their First Amendment rights. 3 Representative Lou Correa shakes hands with Pastor David Black following his testimony in front of the Committee on Homeland Security ICE & CBP agents have terrorized and killed American citizens, and now Republicans want to give them 1�140 BILLION. more? It is unconscionable that Congress could grant such a large amount of money to DHS when ICE has already been flooded with more money than it has ever requested before. Just like the funding increase the agency received last summer from 'the Big, Ugly Bill,' there is no indication that ICE guardrails are included in the Senate bill, including forcing agents to show their faces and agency transparency. ICE does not need this large slush fund for deportations and immigration enforcement to continue terrorizing Orange County families unlawfully. 4 Representative Lou Correa enters the Homeland Security hearing. TARIFF REFUND This week, U.S. Customs announced that businesses can begin requesting refunds for certain tariffs. If your business paid tariffs under President Trump's policies, you may now be eligible to recover some of those costs. For more information and to see if your business qualifies, visit here. That's it for another busy week here in Washington. If you're navigating the immigration process, applying for a work permit, or simply have questions, my office is ready to help every step of the way. Don't hesitate to reach out at (714) 559-6190—we're here for you. Sincerely, Rep. Lou Correa Member of Congress Sign up for my newsletter to get updates on this issue and others! � O o Visit my website to learn more! Contact Me Washington D.C. Santa Ana 2082 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 (202) 225-2965 Rancho Santiago Community College Building 2323 N. Broadway, Suite 319 Santa Ana, CA 92706 (714) 559-6190 Unsubscribe from future messages. From: Rep. Lou Correa<repcorrea@mail8.housecommunications.gov> Sent: Monday, April 27, 2026 4:00 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] 7th Annual "Women of the Year" Award Ceremony 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. LOU C"RREA REPRESENTATIVE/,wCALIFORNIA'S 46T" DISTRICT Hello, Sq DOWNTOWN �i EtANGE� (I, 1 7- aF yam- fppf��q ..T T� �- ✓;ik\ � iL ;:wit< a In celebration of Mother's Day, I am hosting my 7th Annual "Women of the Year" Award Ceremony to honor all the exceptional maternal figures in the 46th Congressional District. I need your help to recognize them and the care they provide! Please nominate women who you think should be honored. Nominees must live, work, or have a meaningful impact in the 46th Congressional District. Nominations will close Friday, May 1, 2026. Reception and Celebration Date is Saturday, May 16, 2026. Hope to see you there! 1 LOU C __' R R EA j.. REPRESENTATIVE/ CALIFORNIA'S 46TH DISTRICT Women of the Year �.............................. . Nomination Period • .Litt April 24 - May 1 i. t •. A CELEBRATION OF MOTHERS AND ALL m _ MATERNAL FIGURES PROVIDING CARE -IN THE 46 T H CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT • ' ..................................:.. NOMINATION O. f ``�O 1RgK r �iT RECEPTION Saturday - May 16 2026 rp 'i '�' _ �_ �/ FOR MORE INFORMATION µ ��✓� ( )714 CALL 559-6190% ,/* R, Also —my office is here to help you! If you have questions about federal resources or need help with a federal agency, or would like to join us for one of our upcoming events, give us a call at (714) 559-6190. Q Sincerely, Rep. Lou Correa Member of Congress Sign up for my newsletter to get updates on this issue and others! .fZyZoZ�7 Visit my website to learn more! Contact Me Washington D.C. 2082 Rayburn House Santa Ana Rancho Santiago Office Building Community College Building Washington, DC 20515 2323 N. Broadway, Suite 319 (202) 225-2965 Santa Ana, CA 92706 (714) 559-6190 Unsubscribe from future messages. From: Rep. Lou Correa<repcorrea@mail8.housecommunications.gov> Sent: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 6:15 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Older Adult Congressional Collaborative 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. L' OU C RREA I DOWNTO KANGEA (I REPRESENTATIVE/,wCALIFORNIA'S 46T" DISTRICT 1r 7` # Hello, I am introducing a new Older Adult Congressional Collaborative for the dual purpose of tapping into our seniors' insight and experience, as well as helping provide my senior constituents with resources to enable them to live full lives. The Collaborative will include four sessions, beginning with a "Coffee with the Congressman" on Friday, May 1. The first session will focus on providing senior participants with updates on relevant legislation and to gather feedback on those and other issues of interest. Through the Collaborative, my staff and I will bring together constituents age 55+ for informational sessions and activities that help foster independence, provide avenues for advocacy, promote well- being, safety, economic self-sufficiency, and provide opportunities for socialization. I am aware that in nine years those aged 55+ will be the largest demographic in Orange County. Preparing this population for the future and connecting them to support services now will benefit our District 46 seniors, our community, and our country. 1 Older adults, through their extensive life and professional experiences, have wisdom they can impart to the rest of the community. These are the people who have built our nation. It is now our turn to support them as they navigate a new stage in life. Subsequent sessions will focus on topics such as health and safety, aging in place, how to spot scams, and other subjects identified by Collaborative members. If you are interested in joining my Older Adult Congressional Collaborative, please contact Janet.Brown2@mail.house.gov or call 714-559-6190. s it 011i�.NN711 J DINI ■ KKO session i Coffee with Congressman Correa Legislative Updates & Feedback from Collaborative members on what is important to you. Friday, May 1, 2026 10-11:30a.m. Rancho Santiago Community College District Executive Conference Room - Is' Floor 2323 N. Broadway, Santa Ana SAVE THE DATES: Session 2: Aug. 7 ISession 3: Oct. 2 (Session 4: Dec. 4 Suggestions for Sessions 11, III, IV: (Topics mil be selected by Cofloborotive members.) • Aging in place Re-entering thejob market Preparing for retirement • How to avoid scams • Disaster Preparedness If you are interested in joining Rep. Correa's Older Adult Congressional Collaborative, please email us at 7anet.Brown2@maiV.house.gov or call 714-559-6190. Please remember that my office is here to help you. If you have questions about federal resources or need help with a federal agency, or would like to join us for one of our upcoming events, give us a call at (714) 559-6190. 3 Sincerely, Rep. Lou Correa Member of Congress Sign up for my newsletter to get updates on this issue and others! CfZyZoZ�7 Visit my website to learn more! Contact Me Washington D.C. 2082 Rayburn House Santa Ana Rancho Santiago Office Building Community College Building Washington, DC 20515 2323 N. Broadway, Suite 319 (202) 225-2965 Santa Ana, CA 92706 (714) 559-6190 Unsubscribe from future messages. From: Rep. Lou Correa<repcorrea@mail8.housecommunications.gov> Sent: Friday, May 1, 2026 3:51 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] 5.1.26 Weekly Update 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. LOU C"RREA REPRESENTATIVE/,wCALIFORNIA'S 46T" DISTRICT Sq DOWNTOWN ,I �i ` EtANGE� (I, Hello, It's Lou here, reporting from Santa Ana after a busy week in Washington. Before the week comes to an end, I wanted to share some of the things I've been up to, both at home and while working in your Washington DC office. BUSY LEGISLATIVE WEEK Some of the big -ticket items I worked on for Orange County families: - Pushed back against more ICE and Border Patrol funding to stop - Defended - Voted on any bill that - Introduced legislation to - Joined Representatives Derek Tran and Young Kim to 1 Rep. Correa as he entered the Committee on Homeland Security room. 1019P►101.1*'$4Mki/_1W_1a1l7:/_1gIOlki104TJ11kiIzIII I'm proud to announce our 2025 Congressional App Challenge winner, David Yi! David is a talented student and the creator of Math Fluent, an app designed to help students build reasoning skills and gain confidence in solving math problems. Rep. Correa with CA-46 Congressional App Challenge winner, David Yi. AUTISM SPEAKS Proud to meet with Autism Speaks to discuss the critical need to continue funding programs that support our neurodivergent friends, neighbors, and loved ones. M Rep. Correa with advocates from Autism Speaks. SPRING INTERNS Each semester, my office is proud to welcome a new group of interns to our Santa Ana and Washington, DC offices —bright students who represent the next generation of leaders. We're grateful for their hard work and fresh perspectives, and we look forward to seeing what they accomplish next. 4 n i 111h, ml 0 &1. 16k HOIYIDACAnt'r oil YOUR MONEY � OUR 360" VIEW Iw. Santa Ana Spring Interns leading events across Orange County. I119111l1Zi9.I*00LVIIu[11ZIkVA I stopped by Valley High School's Auto Academy Community Garage Service Clinic, where talented students from Valley and Santa Ana High were giving back with free car services to neighbors in need. Good to see the next generation roll up their sleeves and turn their skills into impact. Proud of these students for showing what hard work and dedication look like. That's it for another busy week here in Washington. If you're navigating the immigration process, applying for a work permit, or simply have questions, my office is ready to help every step of the way. Don't hesitate to reach out at (714) 559-6190—we're here for you. Students from Valley High School's Auto Academy show Rep. Correa what they are working on. Ri4kiI[Q:7e1aa:7X4]/_10D]UlTJ QNIN Every May, Older Americans Month honors the contributions and lasting impact of older adults in our communities. In celebration of the seniors in my district, I'm inviting you to join us for a special Senior Appreciation Celebration on Friday, May 29. Make sure to register . We look forward to recognizing and celebrating you. RREA LOU C REPRESENTATIVE/,, CALIFORNIA'S 46" DISTRICT SENIOR APPRECIATION EVENVT Like Butterflies, Our Elders Shine in Every Season. Join Congressman Correa's Date Celebration of Older Adults? Friday, May 29, 2026 Time Light Refreshments 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Presentation on Downtown Anaheim Aging My Way - My Life, My Plan Community Center by the 250 E. Center Street Council of Aging Southern California. Tabling Community Organizations: Tour of the Center Greens Butterfly Garden • City of Anaheim Older Adult Program • North Orange Continuing Education • SoCal Financial Education Center Q G) a� �� 43 En� REGISTER VIA THE QR CODE OR CALL MY OFFICE AT 7114-559-6190 That's it for this week, folks. That's it for another busy week here in Washington. If you're navigating the immigration process, applying for a work permit, or simply have questions, my office is ready to help every step of the way. Don't hesitate to reach out at (714) 559-6190—we're here for you. 10 Sincerely, Rep. Lou Correa Member of Congress Sign up for my newsletter to get updates on this issue and others! � O o Visit my website to learn more! Contact Me Washington D.C. 2082 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 (202) 225-2965 Santa Ana Rancho Santiago Community College Building 2323 N. Broadway, Suite 319 Santa Ana, CA 92706 (714) 559-6190 Unsubscribe from future messages. 11 From: Trent Wysocki < noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org > Sent: Friday, April 24, 2026 6:44 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Trent Wysocki Los Angeles, California 90018 From: Jesus Arturo Serna <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Saturday, April 25, 2026 10:06 AM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Jesus Arturo Serna Anaheim , California 92805 From: Lori Hughes Sent: Sunday, April 26, 2026 4:47 AM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Opinion: Why do councils ignore residents' needs? I Calgary Herald 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. Opinion: Why do councils ignore residents' needs? I Calgary Herald https://calgaryherald.com/opinion/columnists/opinion-why-do-councils-ignore-residents-needs From: Lori Hughes Sent: Sunday, April 26, 2026 5:16 AM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] The Psychology of Political Power: Does Power Corrupt or is it Magnetic to the Most Corruptible? I Blog of the APA 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. The Psychology of Political Power: Does Power Corrupt or is it Magnetic to the Most Corruptible? I Blog of the APA https://bLog.apaonLine.org/2022/03/11 /the -psychology -of -political -power -does -power -corrupt -or -is -it - magnetic -to -the -most -corruptible/ https://bLog.apaonLine.org/2022/03/11 /the-psychology-of-political-power-does-power-corrupt-or-is-it- magnetic-to-the-most-corruptible/?amp=1 From: Lori Hughes Sent: Sunday, April 26, 2026 6:02 AM To: Public Comment <publiccomment@anaheim.net> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Anaheim Council members who voted Yes in festival development. No regard for the safety of residents. Examine your hearts. There is something deeply wrong. The coldness of your hearts is terrifying! 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. -4 Gmail So' 7 1 COMMENT 511 John Campbell It would seem that power is an intoxicant like alcohol, reducing the inhibitions against anti- social behavior. But politicians are also embedded in a more structured system than simple social interaction and they have gradually built that system to increase their power. Politicians over the decades have built a warehouse of intoxicants and in the past two years they have been drunk on that power. "Giving money and power to government is like giving whiskey and car keys to teenage boys" as the P. J. O'Rourke wrote. This is not simple cynicism. Those in power tend to think that their moral and intellectual superiority make them eminently qualified to do what they think is best, with decisions made in that alcohol laden warehouse of government. They have also funneled power to other institutions in order to amplify their own power. The last two years have revealed just how little power the individual has in the face of political power. Power emasculates restraint — just like alcohol. "The so-called paradox of freedom is the argument that freedom in the sense of absence of any constraining control must lead to very great restraint, since it makes the bully free to enslave the meek. The idea is, in a slightly different form, and with very different tenden­ clearly expressed in Plato." — Karl Popper blog.apaonline.org From: <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Sunday, April 26, 2026 8:44 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. From: Stephanie Godinez <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Sunday, April 26, 2026 9:22 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Stephanie Godinez Anaheim , California 92806 From: Tiffany Vasquez < noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org > Sent: Monday, April 27, 2026 10:55 AM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Tiffany Vasquez Westminster, California 92683 From: Josue Garcia < noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org > Sent: Monday, April 27, 2026 12:22 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Josue Garcia Anaheim, California 92802 From: Eva Castellanos <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Monday, April 27, 2026 8:25 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Eva Castellanos Anaheim , California 92804 From: Daniel Cisneros <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Monday, April 27, 2026 9:28 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Daniel Cisneros Santa Ana, California 92703 From: Patricia Rivera <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 12:37 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Patricia Rivera Anaheim, California 92805 From: Randa S <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 5:17 AM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Randa S Anaheim, California 92806 From: Joseph Solano <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 4:14 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Joseph Solano Anaheim, California 92805 From: Alexandra Sasikumar <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 10:35 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Alexandra Sasikumar Santa Ana, California 92707 From: Martha Grajeda <noreply@adv.actionnetwork.org> Sent: Saturday, May 2, 2026 7:59 AM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Reject Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Expansion 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 City Council Anaheim City Council, To: Mayor Aitken and the Anaheim City Council, I am writing to strongly oppose Item 07, the proposed expansion of the City of Anaheim's proposed Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) through the purchase of 72 additional cameras from Motorola Solutions. I do not support taxpayer dollars being used in this way. This proposal represents a significant expansion of surveillance across the City and County of Orange. ALPR systems raise serious concerns over the violation of privacy, civil liberties, and the safety of immigrant communities. ALPR technology has historically enabled data sharing across jurisdictions, creating pathways for access by federal agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Even when cities do not intend to share information directly with ICE, the use of third -party vendors and regional data -sharing platforms introduces real and well -documented risks of indirect access and has led to unintended access by outside agencies in municipalities across the State of California and Country. I applaud the City's efforts to support residents that have been impacted by immigration enforcement actions. I support the Anaheim Legal Defense Fund and Anaheim Contigo programs. Expanding surveillance infrastructure like this undermines and contradicts the spirit of those efforts as ALPR technology puts the City's immigrant families at greater risk. Anaheim residents deserve real support. I urge the City Council to prioritize community -based approaches to public safety that respect the rights, dignity, and safety of all residents - reject Item #07 and vote NO on expanding Automated License Plate Readers in the City. Martha Grajeda Orange, California 92869 From: Monika Roman Sent: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 2:00 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] Streets [You don't often get email from Learn why this is important at https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderidentification ] 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. It's my understanding that the streets of Anaheim are low priority for upgrade but might I suggest that perhaps painting the white lines where they have basically faded away might help drivers find their way to safer routes .. Also, some street signs need cleaning .. When has it become legal for drivers to ignore stop signs at four way intersections .. never mind the excessive red light runners II The streets need police supervision desperately II Thank you .. M Sent from my iPhone From: Sent: To: Subject: Craig A Durfey [EXTERNAL] Meta faces landmark trial in New Mexico with billion -dollar stakes 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 thought you would be interested in this story I found on MSN: Meta faces landmark trial in New Mexico with billion -dollar stakes - https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/meta-faces-landmark-trial- in-new-mexico-with-billion-dollar-stakes/ar-AA22gjEP?ocid=socia[share From: Stephanie Mercadante Sent: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 6:22 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] On Behalf of Stephanie Mercadante, District 4, Councilmember Norma Campos Kurtz 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. For public comment on May 5, 2026: Good evening, Mayor and Council Members, City leadership continues to make statements about water safety without providing the data to support them. At the June 25, 2025, Public Utilities Board meeting, Craig Parker stated that Disneyland fireworks do not use perchlorates. No documentation has been provided to verify that claim. At the April 22, 2026, meeting, Dukku Lee said the water quality presentation "addressed the issues" and suggested residents were bouncing between PFAS and perchlorates. Residents are not bouncing between anything. Multiple contaminants are affecting the same water system, and concerns about all of them have been consistent. Fireworks are a documented contributor of perchlorate, especially in communities with frequent shows. For decades, Anaheim has hosted nightly Disneyland fireworks, seasonal holiday shows, and additional displays at Angel Stadium. Councilmember Balius recently suggested perchlorate could come from other sources. That may be true, but the City has presented no analysis comparing those sources to the impact of years of repeated fireworks activity. Without analysis, the City cannot credibly claim fireworks are not a factor. Perchlorate is only one part of the broader water -quality picture. Anaheim is dealing with multiple contaminants — PFAS, perchlorate, and others — all present in the same system. Residents are asking about cumulative environmental impact, not a single pollutant in isolation. We already know contamination exists. Several Anaheim wells have tested positive for perchlorate. Treatment systems are being installed at significant cost. Meanwhile, other jurisdictions are responding to similar concerns. In Long Beach, the California Coastal Commission denied a July 3 fireworks permit due to environmental concerns. In San Diego, a federal Clean Water Act lawsuit has been filed against SeaWorld for fireworks -related pollution, and SeaWorld is now transitioning to drone shows. Regulators are acting, lawsuits are advancing, and major operators are changing their practices. So here are the questions that require direct answers: 1 is 3. What analysis has the City conducted on the cumulative 4. environmental impact of decades of fireworks? 5. 6. 7. 8. When will the City conduct an independent study 9. of fireworks -related perchlorate contributions? 10. 11. 12. 13. When will the City evaluate legacy contamination 14. in soil and groundwater? 15 If the City cannot state, with evidence, that fireworks have not contributed to perchlorate or other pollutants, then the absence of required testing is a serious concern. Known contributors are NOT being evaluated while other agencies are taking action. z From: Stephanie Mercadante Sent: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 6:29 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] On Behalf of Jeanine Robbins, District 2, Councilmember Carlos Leon 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. For public comment on May 05, 2026: When watching the last CC meeting, I felt I was watching a meeting from Harry Sidhu's reign. And I laughed and laughed. See, Harry used to call us names, too. And Ashleigh seems to have taken that lead from her predecessor. This is attempted speaker intimidation. But it didn't stop us then, and it certainly won't stop us now. Just remember, Ashleigh, how it all ended for Harry. Now, Residents have observed increased hydrant flushing activity, sometimes occurring near known sampling periods. The volume and frequency have been significant enough that street surfaces are being impacted, underscoring how extensive this activity has been. At the same time, there appears to be missing lab data from September 4, 2025—just before known operational issues in the Walnut Canyon system, which supports the Anaheim Hills area. Now pay attention Anaheim Hills residents! Those two facts raise a legitimate question: Are reported results reflecting actual system conditions —or optimized and enhanced conditions? Adding to that concern, records show a valve was opened more than 20% on September 17, 2025, and then to 50% on September 23, 2025—which would directly impact water quality. And importantly, all of this occurred during the third quarter of 2025, the same period in which the City's own Annual Water Report acknowledges a failure to complete required monitoring and states it could not confirm the quality of the drinking water during that time. So, we now have: • Missing required sampling • Elevated conditions within the same timeframe of the missing sampling • Increased flushing far beyond normal flushing expectations And that alignment of missteps raises a serious question- which is: What was the condition of the water during that time, and was it fully captured and disclosed to the State Water Board? I'm asking the City to: Confirm whether sampling occurred on or around September 4, 2025 • Provide those lab results or clearly explain their absence • Disclose any flushing activity conducted prior to compliance sampling beginning in September 2025 to today • And explain how the valve operations on September 17 and 23 were evaluated in relation to water quality impacts Let me recap this for you: 1. Missing data 2. Increased flushing 3. Incomplete required monitoring, which together adds up to a sense of uncertainty And uncertainty mushrooms into a credibility issue, ending in zero transparency- only hidden facts. From: Stephanie Mercadante Sent: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 6:30 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] On Behalf of Georgia Price, District 6, Councilmember Natalie Meeks 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. For public comment on May 5, 2026: Good evening, Mayor and Council Members, Well 51, in December, had PFAS levels above the notification level, and the State Water Board was notified. But the well was NOT shut down in December or even in January. In many cities, when PFAS is detected at concerning levels, the response is immediate. Often taking a well offline within a week, out of an abundance of caution. Residents are also notified as a precaution. And, truthfully, Anaheim has done the same in the past —historically shutting wells down within about a week of receiving notification of contaminant levels exceeding thresholds. But not this time. In December, Well 51 had high PFAS running through our drinking water supply for 74 days. That is a massive deviation from past practice of a 7 day closure - and Anaheim residents want to know why. If the State required notification of the high PFAS levels, the State expected action. Anaheim residents want to know why no action was taken until March. The City Council was informed that Well 51 was shut down on Feb.17, but records show the well was not actually taken offline until March 6.... 17 days later. Both dates cannot be accurate. And if the City cannot verify something as fundamental as an accurate shutdown date in its own presentation, how can the public be expected to trust that more complex determinations, such as water quality? So residents are left asking: Why did it take over two months to shut down this well? Why were residents not notified of potential risk —especially those who may be more sensitive? Why can't the City simply confirm which date is accurate and why there are two dates to begin with? Anaheim residents deserve answers. We need a definitive answer on the timing discrepancy. We need a definite answer on the shutdown delay. And we need to know why neither has been clearly explained. From: Stephanie Mercadante Sent: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 6:31 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] On Behalf of Tom Felder, District 1, Councilmember Ryan Balius 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. For public comment on May 5, 2026: Good evening, Mayor and Council Members, I want to address a serious public safety issue tied to California's "Call Before You Dig" law under Government Code Section 4216. This law exists to prevent catastrophic incidents —gas line strikes, explosions, and injuries to both workers and residents. There are credible concerns that excavation work has been directed without valid dig tickets or without proper verification of underground utilities. That raises a basic operational question: What system is in place to ensure compliance before excavation even begins? Because this should not rely on individual judgment in the field. There should be: • Verification requirements • Documented clearance • And a clear, auditable record before any digging starts, including routine audits And this is not theoretical. There has been at least one instance where the gas company identified a project that was not authorized to dig and required the area to be re -dug to confirm no damage occurred. That should never happen if proper controls are in place. There are also concerns about projects being sent out without adequate staffing levels and without appropriate safety equipment, which further increases risk in an already high -hazard environment. So I'm asking the City: • How are dig tickets tracked and verified in real time? • What prevents work from proceeding without valid 811 clearance? • How are projects evaluated to ensure they are properly staffed and equipped before work begins? • And where is the documentation showing these safeguards are consistently followed? Because if compliance is working, there should be a clear, auditable record. And you should be asking for those records immediately. From: Stephanie Mercadante Sent: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 6:36 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] On Behalf of Marc Herbert 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. For public comment on May 05, 2026: Good evening, Mayor and Council Members, (Submitted written copies of Brown Act Violations to Mayor, Council, and City Attorney). At the last Council meeting, the Mayor repeatedly interrupted my public comments in a manner that violated the Brown Act. The effect was to suppress the discussion of contaminants in the drinking water of the Hermosa village and Anaheim residents. This was a health and safety issue that the public has a right to address without interference. This isn't the first time there have been Brown Act concerns: At the Nov. 18th City Council Meeting, I raised 6 Brown Act violations during Public Comments and submitted them in writing to the Mayor, Council, and City Attorney as well. I reminded them again of these Violations at the Jan. 13th, 2026 Council Meeting. Today, almost 6 months later, I'm still waiting for a response. When Public Comments are interrupted, and when concerns go unanswered, it sends a message —not just to residents, but to City employees: Stay quiet. Don't raise questions. Don't challenge what's happening. This is the message employees in the Public Utilities Department are now hearing. The previous speaker outlined the requirements of California's "Call Before You Dig" law —and those requirements exist for a reason: Safety. Safety for the workers, as well as Anaheim residents. There are documented concerns of employees being directed by their supervisors not to follow "Call Before You Dig" and other safety requirements. More concerning, employees report they are directed not to speak to their union representative. If they attempt to contact their union representative, they are harassed, isolated, demoted, or terminated for trying to protect themselves and protect residents. The consequences are real. Multiple incidents have already occurred. 1) Gas lines have been struck. 2) An employee caught on fire. 3) Another suffered a severe, life -altering injury. This is a leadership issue. Patterns like these cannot exist without being tolerated by those in positions of authority. The responsibility for health and safety in Anaheim accountability goes beyond the city's frontline supervisors. It extends to the Mayor, this Council, the City Manager, the City Attorney, and Human Resources, who are responsible for oversight and enforcement. Unfortunately, based on the Mayor's suppression of public comments and the Council's silence on serious issues, the City's message is loud and clear: Take care of our friends, protect our careers (period). This must change... or it will change in November. From: Stephanie Mercadante Sent: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 6:43 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] On Behalf of Mike Robbins, District 2, Councilmember Carlos Leon 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. For public comment on May 5, 2026: City Council, Well 51 was still in use for 74 days after the tests showed pollution from PFAS. PFAS can affect people in just one month, pregnant women, children, and compromised individuals. The leadership dynamics at the City of Anaheim depends on a system of accountability. This Council can only act on the information they receive. Without verification, there is always a risk that decisions are being made without full knowledge of underlying conditions. Decision -making depends on one critical factor: that information flowing upward from operations to council is accurate and in the best interests of the City and the residents. What safeguards are in place to ensure that Anaheim executive leadership and this Council are receiving complete and accurate operational information? If field -level issues exist, whether related to water quality, flushing practices, or excavation safety, and these issues are not immediately addressed, YOUR decisions are compromised. Council oversight is weakened, and the public is left with incomplete, dangerous, and inaccurate information. Dukku Lee announced his retirement the day after his recent water quality presentation. This raises an important question of governance: Are you expected to be the experts on technical issues, or do you rely on the city experts for accurate information? In most organizations, leadership depends on internal experts. If the professionals are not fully truthful with critical information, then you are making decisions based on incomplete facts as well as faulty information. What independent verification mechanisms exist to validate what is being reported? How are the discrepancies between field conditions and reported information investigated? And what accountability measures are triggered when information gaps are identified? Who's fired? Or why are they protected? Trust in leadership requires more than confidence; it requires verification. Voters deserve assurance from their elected officials that the issues we bring to your attention are fully investigated in a transparent, ethical, and prompt manner. Especially concerning the water we drink. From: Stephanie Mercadante Sent: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 6:47 PM To: Public Comment Subject: [EXTERNAL] On Behalf of Dave Duran, District 1, Councilmember Ryan Balius 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. For public comment on May 05, 2026: Over the course of tonight, you've heard a series of issues that remain unanswered. You've heard concerns about: • Missing lab data at a critical time • Flushing practices occurring without clear explanation • Valve operations that coincided with changes in water conditions • A 74-day delay in shutting down Well 51 after PFAS detection • Discrepancies between what was reported and what actually occurred • Firework -related contaminants that the City continues to avoid addressing, despite actions taken by other agencies • Excavation safety concerns that place both employees and residents at risk • And a lack of independent verification to ensure leadership is receiving accurate information These are not isolated issues. They point to a pattern. A pattern where: • Questions are raised • Answers are unclear or incomplete • And the response is reassurance —without documentation At some point, this stops being about individual issues and becomes a question of governance. Because when: • Data is missing, • Timelines don't align, • Safety concerns are raised but not meaningfully addressed, • And potential environmental impacts are not fully evaluated That is not transparency. That is inaction. And inaction has consequences. The public is not asking for perfection. We are asking for clarity, accountability, and documented answers to very specific questions already outlined tonight. So I will close with this: What is this Council going to do —specifically —to investigate these issues, verify the facts, and provide the public with clear, documented answers? At this point, the Council's silence —or repeated assurances that `everything is fine' —suggest either a failure to fully investigate or a failure to be transparent. And neither is acceptable.