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6August
2024
Regular City Council and Housing Authority Meeting · One key issue

The consent calendar carried seven votes to nothing, with Councilmember Penaloza recording a no vote on one item.

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Brief

What happened

Tuesday, August 6, 2024

  1. 01

    He was also the single no vote on a separate agreement for digital marquees, which passed six to one.

    3:41:38
    Environment & water
    Explore this issue
    Related agenda item 14

    Award an Agreement with Outdoor Dimensions, LLC for Digital Marquees (Non-General Fund) (Revive Santa Ana)

    Open agenda item →

    Member positions

    David Penaloza
    David PenalozaVoted no

    The single no vote on the marquee agreement, and the only recorded objection on the consent calendar.

    3:41:38
    Jessie Lopez
    Jessie LopezVoted yes

    Moved to approve the marquee agreement.

    3:41:30
    Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
    Johnathan Ryan HernandezVoted yes

    Seconded it.

    3:41:30
  2. 02

    The council received the annual report from the city's tourism body.

    2:56:42
    Local business
    Explore this issue
    Related agenda item 11

    2023 Travel Santa Ana Annual Report

    Open agenda item →

    No named councilmember contribution could be reliably linked to this item.

  3. 03

    It agreed a fleet electrification plan and a construction contract for a city project.

    3:51:39
    Environment & water
    Explore this issue
    Related agenda item 20

    Construction Contract to Cabifornia, Inc. for the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center Fountain Renovation (Project No. 24-6058)…

    Open agenda item →

    What councilmembers said

    Representative transcript excerpts—not inferred positions.

    David Penaloza
    David PenalozaCouncilmember

    Thank you Mayor Ameskua and thank you City staff for this item. This is actually very exciting to know that the San Antonio Regional Transportation Center in District 6, Ward 6, is getting these upgrades, especially with that water fountain. Our train station…

    3:43:53
    Sonia R. Carvalho
    Sonia R. CarvalhoCity Attorney

    So, Councilor, may I just chime in since you referred to me real quick? Sure, thank you, Madam City Attorney. I just want to clarify that our public works director did indicate that the Green Book, this is a document that the public works officials use, says…

    3:47:48
    Alvaro Nuñez
    Alvaro NuñezCity Manager

    consent calendar perfect thank you before hearing public item number 27 madam clerk please provide instructions to the public who we're going to go into public hearing now who would like to make a comment on this public hearing item only

    3:52:35
    Phil Bacerra
    Phil BacerraCouncilmember

    Thank you, Madam Mayor. I want to thank Council Member Bussain for bringing this forward I've administered contracts for other public agencies and when i saw 25 i thought wow that's pretty uh rich or generous i get it you know you may go over right but i've…

    3:49:48
  4. 04

    Councilmember Vazquez presented a posthumous proclamation.

    2:31:00
    Explore this issue
    Related agenda item 4

    Certificates of Recognition presented by Councilmember Bacerra to Orange County Fire Authority’s 2024 Best and Bravest Award…

    Open agenda item →

    What councilmembers said

    Representative transcript excerpts—not inferred positions.

    Phil Bacerra
    Phil BacerraCouncilmember

    So Edwin, why is Edwin up here? He was named the Battalion 9 Cadet of the Year for Division 6. As a member of Post 9, Edwin participated in numerous ride-alongs at stations here in Santa Ana, and he gained extensive hands-on experience. He's also been involved…

    2:33:29
    Alvaro Nuñez
    Alvaro NuñezCity Manager

    no no it doesn't work that way i need you guys to come in and be part of this meeting please can one of you call one of the other council members we need to have a quorum we have a quorum where okay councilman becerra thank you go ahead well i don't want…

    2:32:37
    Benjamin Vazquez
    Benjamin VazquezCouncilmember

    Surround me.

    2:34:39
  5. 05

    Two public hearings closed the meeting, one on a zoning amendment.

    3:55:39
    Land useEnvironment & water
    Explore this issue
    Related agenda item 27

    Public hearing: Recovery of Uncollected Costs Incurred by the City Related to the Abatement of Dangerous and Abandoned Buildings…

    Open agenda item →

    What councilmembers said

    Representative transcript excerpts—not inferred positions.

    Alvaro Nuñez
    Alvaro NuñezCity Manager

    All right, we've made a motion, we second. It says, before hearing, this is what I'm doing, I'm gonna read exactly what she wrote. Before hearing public item number 28, Madam Clerk, please provide instructions to the public who would like to make a comment on…

    3:56:18
    Jennifer L. Hall
    Jennifer L. HallCity Clerk

    A motion by Council Member Hernandez, seconded by Mayor Mesquah, to approve the actions for public hearing item number 27, including a resolution of the City Council of the City of Santa Ana confirming the cost of securing and or demolition of various…

    3:55:39
    Sonia R. Carvalho
    Sonia R. CarvalhoCity Attorney

    Just say I open up the public hearing. I open the public hearing. Is there anyone who wants to speak? Nobody wants to speak. Anybody? I close the public hearing.

    3:55:06
    Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
    Johnathan Ryan HernandezCouncilmember

    I'll make a motion and move the item now.

    3:55:24
How this brief was made

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Focus

Where they differed

Splits in votes or reasoning

Split voteon “Award an Agreement with Outdoor Dimensions, LLC for Digital Marquees (Non-General Fund) (Revive Santa Ana)”3:41:38

One member voted against the digital marquee agreement and separately recorded a no vote on a consulting contract, the only dissents of the night.

David Penaloza
David PenalozaVoted no3:41:38

The single no vote on the marquee agreement, and the only recorded objection on the consent calendar.

Jessie Lopez
Jessie LopezVoted yes3:41:30

Moved to approve the marquee agreement.

Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Johnathan Ryan HernandezVoted yes3:41:30

Seconded it.

Agenda

Every item

34 items in agenda order

1
Closed Session Items

Closed-session conference with legal counsel

4:21:18
  • The council met privately to discuss ongoing litigation against the city.23:17
Official agendaSupplied summaryMatched to recording
Full official agenda title

CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code: A. In re: National Prescription Opiate Litigation, United States District Court (N.D. Ohio), Case No. 1:17-md-2804 B. Bilhah Lopez v City of Santa Ana and DOES 1-50, inclusive, Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30-2022-01282260-CU-OE-CJC

2
Closed Session Items

PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT pursuant to Section 54957(b)(1) of the Government Code: Title: City Manager

Not located
  • The council met privately about a public employee appointment.23:17
Official agendaSupplied summaryNot located
3
Closed Session Items

Closed-session labor negotiations with city employee organizations

Not located
Labor & workforce
  • The council met privately about pay talks with a city employee union.23:17
Official agendaSupplied summaryNot located
Full official agenda title

CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a): Agency Designated Representative: Jacob Green, Greg Devereaux Unrepresented Employee: City Manager

1
Ceremonial Presentations

Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Pro Tem Phan to the 2023-2024 Com-Link Board for Outstanding Contributions to the…

1:56:41
  • Mayor Pro Tem Phan presented certificates to a community board.1:56:42
Official agendaSupplied summaryClerk timestamp
Full official agenda title

Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Pro Tem Phan to the 2023-2024 Com-Link Board for Outstanding Contributions to the Community

2
Ceremonial Presentations

Proclamation presented by Councilmember Hernandez to the Artesia Pilar Neighborhood Leaders and Marina Aguilera declaring August…

2:06:16
  • Councilmember Hernandez presented a proclamation to an arts organisation.2:06:20
Official agendaSupplied summaryClerk timestamp
Full official agenda title

Proclamation presented by Councilmember Hernandez to the Artesia Pilar Neighborhood Leaders and Marina Aguilera declaring August 2024 as Chicano Heritage Month

3
Ceremonial Presentations

Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to Western States Regional Council of Carpenters for Outstanding…

2:21:01
  • Councilmember Lopez presented a certificate of recognition.2:21:02
Official agendaSupplied summaryClerk timestamp
Full official agenda title

Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to Western States Regional Council of Carpenters for Outstanding Contributions to the Community

4
Ceremonial Presentations

Certificates of Recognition presented by Councilmember Bacerra to Orange County Fire Authority’s 2024 Best and Bravest Award…

2:30:49
  • Councilmember Bacerra presented certificates of recognition.2:31:00
Official agendaSupplied summaryClerk timestamp
Full official agenda title

Certificates of Recognition presented by Councilmember Bacerra to Orange County Fire Authority’s 2024 Best and Bravest Award Recipients for Outstanding Contributions to Public Safety

5
Ceremonial Presentations

Proclamation presented by Councilmember Vazquez Posthumously Honoring Salvador Quintana for Outstanding Contributions to the…

2:42:44
  • Councilmember Vazquez presented a posthumous proclamation.2:42:44
Official agendaSupplied summaryClerk timestamp
Full official agenda title

Proclamation presented by Councilmember Vazquez Posthumously Honoring Salvador Quintana for Outstanding Contributions to the Community

6
Consent Calendar

Excused Absences

3:21:04
  • A routine item excusing members who missed earlier meetings, approved with the consent calendar.3:23:25
Official agendaSupplied summaryMatched to recordingCity Clerk’s Office
Official recommendation
  1. Excuse the absent members
7
Consent Calendar

Minutes from the Regular Meeting of July 16, 2024

3:21:09
  • The council approved the written record of its 16 July 2024 meeting.3:23:25
Official agendaSupplied summaryConsent blockCity Clerk’s Office
Official recommendation
  1. Approve minutes
8
Consent Calendar

Appoint Joshua Jogwe Nominated by Mayor Pro Tem Phan as the Ward 1 Representative to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a…

3:21:09
Parks & libraries
  • Joshua Jogwe was appointed as a Ward representative, on Mayor Pro Tem Phan's nomination.3:23:25
Official agendaSupplied summaryConsent blockCity Clerk’s Office
Full official agenda title

Appoint Joshua Jogwe Nominated by Mayor Pro Tem Phan as the Ward 1 Representative to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a Partial Term Expiring December 10, 2024

Official recommendation
  1. Appoint Joshua Jogwe to the Parks and Recreation Commission as the Ward 1 representative and administer Oath of Office. (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2-326(a), requires five affirmative votes)
9
Consent Calendar

Appoint Edith Hernandez Nominated by Councilmember Bacerra as the Ward 4 Representative to the Youth Commission for a Partial Term…

3:21:09
Youth & education
  • Edith Hernandez was appointed on Councilmember Bacerra's nomination.3:23:25
Official agendaSupplied summaryConsent blockCity Clerk’s Office
Full official agenda title

Appoint Edith Hernandez Nominated by Councilmember Bacerra as the Ward 4 Representative to the Youth Commission for a Partial Term Expiring December 8, 2026

Official recommendation
  1. Appoint Edith Hernandez to the Youth Commission as the Ward 4 representative and administer Oath of Office
10
Consent Calendar

Receive and File Boards and Commissions Biannual Attendance Report for January Through June 2024 and Make Vacancy Determination(s)

3:21:09
Housing
  • The council received the twice-yearly report on how often members of its boards and commissions attended.3:23:25
Official agendaSupplied summaryConsent blockCity Clerk’s Office
Official recommendation
  1. Receive and file Boards and Commissions Biannual Report
  2. Declare that the Section 8 Tenant Seat on the Community Development Commission is vacant due to numerous absences by the previous incumbent; and
  3. Provide other direction to staff, if/as needed
11
Consent Calendar

2023 Travel Santa Ana Annual Report

2:56:42
Local business
  • The council received the 2023 annual report from the city's tourism body.3:23:25
Official agendaSupplied summaryMatched to recordingCommunity Development Agency
Official recommendation
  1. Receive and file
12
Consent Calendar

Agreement with the Orange County Children’s Therapeutic Arts Center for Youth Workforce Services for Program Year 2024-2025…

3:26:34
Youth & education
  • The council agreed with a children's therapeutic arts centre.3:23:25
Official agendaSupplied summaryClerk timestampCommunity Development Agency
Full official agenda title

Agreement with the Orange County Children’s Therapeutic Arts Center for Youth Workforce Services for Program Year 2024-2025 (Non-General Fund)

Official recommendation
  1. Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Orange County Children’s Therapeutic Arts Center for youth workforce services for a one-year term beginning August 1, 2024 and ending July 31, 2025, in an amount not to exceed $300,000 (Agreement No. A-2024-XXX)
13
Consent Calendar

Agreement with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Appropriation Adjustment to Recognize $2,500,000 in…

3:28:01
BudgetLocal business
  • The council agreed terms with the federal housing department.3:35:22
  • It passed seven votes to nothing.3:35:26
Official agendaSupplied summaryClerk timestampCommunity Development Agency
Full official agenda title

Agreement with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Appropriation Adjustment to Recognize $2,500,000 in Grant Funds for the Downtown Business Improvements Initiative Project

Official recommendation
  1. Authorize the City Manager to execute the grant agreement with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
  2. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $2,500,000 from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development for the Downtown Business Improvement Initiatives Project into Federal Grant revenue account (no. 41818002-52001 Federal Grant-Direct) and appropriate the same amount into expenditure accounts (no. 41818834-62300 Contract Services – Professional and 418834-61000 Salaries Regular). (Requires five affirmative votes)
14
Consent Calendar

Award an Agreement with Outdoor Dimensions, LLC for Digital Marquees (Non-General Fund) (Revive Santa Ana)

3:35:38
Environment & water
Split voteSee member positions →
  • An agreement was awarded for digital marquees, paid for from the city's recovery programme.3:41:30
  • It passed six votes to one, with Councilmember Penaloza against.3:41:38
Official agendaSupplied summaryClerk timestampCity Manager Office
Official recommendation
  1. Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Outdoor Dimensions, LLC to build and install digital marquees at six (6) properties across the city for a one-year term in a total aggregate amount not to exceed $1,859,909 subject to change orders (not to exceed 25% of the base bid amount) in accordance with the Greenbook: Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Agreement No. A-2024-XXX)
  2. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program to include $1,859,909 of funding from the American Rescue Plan Act for Digital Marquees Project (No. 22-1306)
  3. Determine that, in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the recommended actions are exempt from further review. Categorical Exemption Environmental Review Nos. ER-2024-47, ER-2024-48, ER-2024-49, ER-2024-50, ER-2024-51, and ER-2024-52 were filed for this project
15
Consent Calendar

Renewal of Citywide Insurance Program and Policies Procured through Independent Cities Risk Management Authority (ICRMA) and Arthur…

3:21:09
BudgetPublic safetyEnvironment & water
  • The council renewed the city's insurance programme and policies.3:23:25
Official agendaSupplied summaryConsent blockHuman Resources
Full official agenda title

Renewal of Citywide Insurance Program and Policies Procured through Independent Cities Risk Management Authority (ICRMA) and Arthur J. Gallagher, and Appropriation Adjustment, Associated Insurance Premiums, Costs, Programs, and Regulatory Fees for an Amount not to Exceed $12,600,000 (Non-General Fund)

Official recommendation
  1. Authorize the City Manager to approve payment of insurance premiums and associated programs to ICRMA in an amount not to exceed $8,250,000 for the protection of City assets from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 including, but not limited to, the following: a. Excess Liability Program b. Excess Workers’ Compensation Program c. Auto Physical Damage Program d. Property and Equipment Program e. Crime Program f. Cyber Program g. Associated Programs
  2. Authorize the City Manager to approve payment of insurance premiums to Arthur J. Gallagher, Broker, in an amount not to exceed $3,500,000 for ancillary coverages of City’s assets from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 including but not limited to: a. General Liability Buffer Program b. Workers’ Compensation Buffer Program c. Earth Movement & Flood and Difference in Coverage Program d. Terrorism Insurance Program e. Underground Storage Tank and Environmental Program
  3. Authorize the City Manager to approve payments to cover FY 2024-25 City Special Events Insurance for events, including, but not limited to, Fourth of July fireworks show, neighborhood winter events, and other City-sponsored events as created and held, in an amount not to exceed $350,000
  4. Authorize the City Manager to approve the City’s obligation to pay the State of California DIR estimated assessment in the amount not to exceed $500,000
  5. Approve an Appropriation Adjustment to recognize $2,200,000 in the Liability and Property Insurance Revenue, Prior Year Carryforward revenue account (No. 08009002-50001) and appropriate the same amount into the Liability & Property insurance account (No. 08009051-64010). (Requires five affirmative votes)
16
Consent Calendar

Historic Property Preservation Agreements for the Properties Located at 1205 S Birch Street and 516 W 19th Street

3:21:09
Environment & waterArts & culture
  • Owners of historic houses entered Mills Act agreements, cutting their property tax in exchange for maintaining the buildings.3:23:25
Official agendaSupplied summaryConsent blockPlanning and Building Agency
Official recommendation
  1. Authorize the City Manager to execute the attached Mills Act agreements with the below-referenced property owners for the identified structure(s) (Agreement Nos. A-2024-XXX and A-2024-XXX). [Includes determination that the proposed projects are exempt from further review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act as the following Categorical Exemptions will be filed: ER No. 2024-11 and ER No. 2024-17] Table 1: Mills Act Agreements Approved by the Historic Resources Commission (HRC) Property Owner(s) Historic Property Preservation Agreement No. Address/House Vote by HRC Michael T. Altshuler 2024-03 1205 S. Birch Street 6:0:0:3 (Commissioner Shipp, Hardy, and Padilla absent) Jill Brumett and Mona R. Konstan 2024-04 516 W. 19th Street 6:0:0:3 (Commissioner Shipp, Hardy, and Padilla absent)
17
Consent Calendar

Second Amendments to Agreements for Rotational Towing and Storage Services

3:21:09
  • The council extended the rotational towing and storage agreements the police department uses.3:23:25
Official agendaSupplied summaryConsent blockPolice Department
Official recommendation
  1. Standard Enterprises, Inc. dba To’ and Mo’ (Agreement No. A-2024-XXX)
  2. Greater Southern California Towing, Inc. (Agreement No. A-2024-XXX)
  3. B&D Towing, Inc. (Agreement No. A-2024-XXX); and
  4. MetroPro Road Services, Inc. (Agreement No. A-2024-XXX)
18
Consent Calendar

Appropriation Adjustment and Construction Contract to PCL Construction Services, Inc. for the Main Library Renovation Project…

3:41:57
BudgetLand useEnvironment & water
  • The council adjusted money and awarded a construction contract to a contractor.3:51:39
Official agendaSupplied summaryClerk timestampPublic Works Agency, Library
Full official agenda title

Appropriation Adjustment and Construction Contract to PCL Construction Services, Inc. for the Main Library Renovation Project (Project No. 22-1380, 24-7531, 25-7528) (Revive Santa Ana) (General Fund and Non-General Fund)

Official recommendation
  1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $1,235,145 of prior-year fund balance in the CATV Fund, Prior Year Carry Forward revenue account and appropriating the same amount to the CATV Fund, Buildings & Building Improvements expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes)
  2. Authorize a budget reallocation of $1,401,776 in unspent funds from the Newhope Improvements Project (No. 22-1802 ) to construction funds for the Main Library Renovation Project (Project No. 22-1380, 24-7531, 25-7528)
  3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program to include $1,235,145 in construction funds for the Main Library Renovation Project (No. 22-1380)
  4. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $23,927,519, which includes $19,353,442 for the construction contract, $316,320 for contract administration, inspection, and testing, and a $4,257,757 project contingency for unanticipated or unforeseen work, due to the complexity and extensive scope of this project
  5. Award a construction contract to PCL Construction Services, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid and bid alternates in the amount of $19,353,442, subject to change orders (not to exceed 25% of the base bid amount) in accordance with the Greenbook: Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction, for construction of the Main Library Renovation Project, for a term beginning August 6, 2024, and ending upon project completion, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract
  6. Determine that, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the recommended actions are exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15301(a) and 15301(d) of the CEQA Guidelines for projects consisting of interior and exterior alterations, as well as restoration or rehabilitation of structures, facilities, mechanical equipment, and windows. The proposed project continues to meet these parameters of the CEQA Guidelines, and Categorical Exemption Environmental Review No. ER-2024-30 was filed for Project 22-1380 on April 17, 2024
19
Consent Calendar

Construction Contract to Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. for the Traffic Signal Modification at Warner Avenue and Wright Street Project…

3:21:09
BudgetTransportationEnvironment & water
  • A construction contract was awarded to an electrical contractor.3:23:25
Official agendaSupplied summaryConsent blockPublic Works Agency
Full official agenda title

Construction Contract to Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. for the Traffic Signal Modification at Warner Avenue and Wright Street Project and Appropriation Adjustment (Project No. 23-7539) (Non-General Fund)

Official recommendation
  1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $197,335 of prior-year fund balance in the Transportation System Improvement Authorization Area B Tustin fund, Prior Year Carry Forward revenue account and appropriate to the Transportation System Improvement Authorization Area B Tustin, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes)
  2. Award a construction contract to Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid and alternate bid items in the amount of $562,868, subject to change orders (not to exceed 25% of the base bid amount) in accordance with the Greenbook: Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction, for construction of the Traffic Signal Modification at Warner Avenue and Wright Street for the term beginning upon execution of the contract and ending upon project completion, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract
  3. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $703,585, which includes $562,868 for the construction contract, $84,430 for contract administration, inspection, and testing, and a $56,287 project contingency for unanticipated or unforeseen work
  4. Approve an amendment to the FY 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program to include $197,335 in construction funding from the Transportation System Improvement Authorization Area B fund for the Traffic Signal Modification at Warner Avenue and Wright Street project
  5. Determine that, in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the recommended actions are exempt from further review. Categorical Exemption Environmental Review No. ER-2024-35 was filed for the project 23-7539
20
Consent Calendar

Construction Contract to Cabifornia, Inc. for the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center Fountain Renovation (Project No. 24-6058)…

3:43:50
Environment & water
  • A construction contract was awarded for a Santa Ana river project.3:51:39
  • It passed seven votes to nothing.3:52:30
Official agendaSupplied summaryClerk timestampPublic Works Agency
Full official agenda title

Construction Contract to Cabifornia, Inc. for the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center Fountain Renovation (Project No. 24-6058) (General Fund and Non-General Fund)

Official recommendation
  1. Approve an amendment to the FY 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program to include $587,250 in construction funding approved in FY 2023-24 from the Clean California Local Grants Program through the California Department of Transportation
  2. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $587,250 which includes $435,000 for the construction contract, $65,250 for contract administration, inspection, and testing, and a $87,000 project contingency for unanticipated or unforeseen work
  3. Award a construction contract to Cabifornia, Inc. in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $435,000, subject to change orders (not to exceed 25% of the base bid amount) in accordance with the Greenbook: Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction, for the fountain replacement of the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center for the term beginning upon execution of the contract and ending upon project completion, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract
  4. Determine that, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, the recommended actions are exempt from further review. Categorical Exemption Environmental Review No. ER-2024-58 was filed for project 24-6058
21
Consent Calendar

Agreement with Griswold Industries, dba Cla-Val, for Flow Control Valve Maintenance, Rehabilitation, and Replacement Services at…

3:21:09
Environment & water
  • A supplier was engaged for flow control equipment for the water system.3:23:25
Official agendaSupplied summaryConsent blockPublic Works Agency
Full official agenda title

Agreement with Griswold Industries, dba Cla-Val, for Flow Control Valve Maintenance, Rehabilitation, and Replacement Services at City Water Facilities (Non-General Fund)

Official recommendation
  1. Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Griswold Industries, dba Cla-Val, to provide flow control valve maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement services for City water facilities, for a total amount not to exceed $1,250,000, for a three-year term beginning August 6, 2024 and expiring August 5, 2027, with a provision for one, two-year extension (Agreement No. A-2024-XXX)
22
Consent Calendar

Agreement Amendment with Superior Property Services, Inc. for Hardscape Pavement Cleaning and Infectious Waste Removal Services…

3:21:09
  • The council amended its property services agreement.3:23:25
Official agendaSupplied summaryConsent blockPublic Works Agency
Full official agenda title

Agreement Amendment with Superior Property Services, Inc. for Hardscape Pavement Cleaning and Infectious Waste Removal Services (Non-General Fund) (Revive Santa Ana Program)

Official recommendation
  1. Authorize the City Manager to execute the second amendment to the agreement with Superior Property Services, Inc. to increase the total compensation amount by $52,500 for a total agreement amount not to exceed $2,019,068 (Agreement No. A-2024-XXX)
23
Consent Calendar

Agreement with ICF Incorporated, LLC to Develop a Fleet Electrification & EV Charging Master Plan and City Fleet Policies (RFP No.…

3:21:09
BudgetEnvironment & water
  • A consultant was engaged to develop a plan for electrifying the city's vehicle fleet.3:23:25
Official agendaSupplied summaryConsent blockPublic Works Agency
Full official agenda title

Agreement with ICF Incorporated, LLC to Develop a Fleet Electrification & EV Charging Master Plan and City Fleet Policies (RFP No. 24-002) (General Fund and Non-General Fund)

Official recommendation
  1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $73,179 of prior-year fund balance in the Equipment Replacement Fund, Prior Year Carry Forward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the Equipment Replacement Fund, Contract Services-Professional expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes)
  2. Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with ICF Incorporated, LLC to develop a Fleet Electrification and EV Charging Master Plan and City Fleet Policies in the amount of $150,590, plus a contingency of $22,589, for a three-year period beginning August 6, 2024 and expiring August 5, 2027, with provisions for two one-year extensions (Agreement No. A-2024-XXX)
24
Consent Calendar

Agreements with Project Partners, Interwest Consulting Group Inc., EC & AM Associates Inc. dba GK & Associates Inc., Richard Fisher…

3:23:25
  • Several consulting firms were placed under agreements to support city projects.3:23:25
  • Councilmember Penaloza had a no vote recorded against this item.3:23:25
Official agendaSupplied summaryMatched to recordingPublic Works Agency
Full official agenda title

Agreements with Project Partners, Interwest Consulting Group Inc., EC & AM Associates Inc. dba GK & Associates Inc., Richard Fisher Associates, and Ladayu Consulting Group for On-Call Staff Support Services for Inspection, Engineering, Project Management, and Administration

Official recommendation
  1. Authorize the City Manager to execute agreements with the firms listed below to provide inspection, engineering, project management, and administration services, for a three-year period commencing August 6, 2024, and expiring August 5, 2027, with a provision for one, two-year renewal option, for a total aggregate amount not to exceed $2,500,000 for the term of the contract, including the optional renewal (Core Agreement No. A-2024-XXX). Firms Location Project Partners Laguna Hills, CA Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. Loveland, CO GK & Associates, Inc. Diamond Bar, CA Richard Fisher Associates Irvine, CA Ladayu Consulting Group Palos Verdes Estates, CA
25
Consent Calendar

Approve an Agreement with the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, Municipal Water District of Orange County, Orange…

3:21:09
Environment & water
  • The council agreed terms with the regional water district.3:23:25
Official agendaSupplied summaryConsent blockPublic Works Agency
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Approve an Agreement with the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, Municipal Water District of Orange County, Orange County Water District, City of Anaheim, and City of Fullerton for the Assignment of Extraordinary Supply from the Santa Ana River Conservation and Conjunctive Use Program (Non-General Fund)

Official recommendation
  1. Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, Municipal Water District of Orange County, Orange County Water District, City of Anaheim, and City of Fullerton for the assignment of Extraordinary Supply from the Santa Ana River Conservation and Conjunctive Use Program (Agreement No. A-2024-XXX)
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Consent Calendar

Resolution Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to Execute Subgrant Agreements to Receive Workforce Innovation and Opportunity…

3:21:09
  • The council authorised the city manager to execute a specified agreement by resolution.3:23:25
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Resolution Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to Execute Subgrant Agreements to Receive Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Funds for a Four-Year Period Expiring June 30, 2028 (Non-General Fund)

Official recommendation
  1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute subgrant agreements (AA511027) and all necessary documents for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funds from the State of California for a four-year period from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2028. RESOLUTION NO. 2024-XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SUBGRANT AGREEMENT AND ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS TO RECEIVE FUNDS FOR THE WORKFORCE INNOVATION AND OPPORTUNITY ACT WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, WORKFORCE SERVICES DIVISION, FOR A PERIOD FROM JULY 30, 2024 TO JUNE 30, 2028
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Public Hearings Public Comments

Public hearing: Recovery of Uncollected Costs Incurred by the City Related to the Abatement of Dangerous and Abandoned Buildings…

3:54:02
Land useEnvironment & water
  • This was the public hearing on recovering costs the city incurred and had not been repaid.3:55:39
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Public Hearing - Recovery of Uncollected Costs Incurred by the City Related to the Abatement of Dangerous and Abandoned Buildings (Continued from the July 16, 2024 City Council meeting) Legal notice published in OC Reporter on July 3, 2024 and property owner notification letters mailed on same date; Notice of Continuance posted on July 17, 2024

Official recommendation
  1. Adopt a resolution affirming the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Dangerous and Abandoned Building Program Report and authorize the transmittal of uncollected charges incurred by the City related to the abatement of dangerous and abandoned buildings to the office of Auditor-Controller, County of Orange. RESOLUTION NO. 2024-XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CONFIRMING THE COSTS OF SECURING AND/OR DEMOLITION OF VARIOUS STRUCTURES DECLARED TO BE PUBLIC NUISANCES; MAKING, CONFIRMING AND LEVYING ASSESSMENTS FOR SUCH COSTS; AND ORDERING SUCH COSTS TO BE RECORDED WITH THE ORANGE COUNTY RECORDER’S OFFICE
  2. Determine that the proposed action does not constitute a “project” under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in accordance with section 15378(a) and (b)(5) as the adoption of this resolution authorizes an administrative action and will not result in a direct or reasonable foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and there is no possibility it will have a significant effect on the environment. Accordingly, it is exempt from further CEQA review pursuant to section 15061(b)(3) and (b)(5) of the CEQA guidelines as amended
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Public Hearings Public Comments

Public hearing: Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2024-01 for South Coast Technology Center at 3100, 3110, 3120, 3130, and 3400 West…

3:56:22
Land useEnvironment & waterParks & libraries
  • This was the public hearing on a zoning ordinance amendment.3:55:39
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Public Hearing – Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2024-01 for South Coast Technology Center at 3100, 3110, 3120, 3130, and 3400 West Lake Center Drive (collectively referred to as 3100 W. Lake Center Drive) Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on July 26, 2024 and notices mailed on same date

Official recommendation
  1. Approve first reading of an ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA) No. 2024-01. ORDINANCE NO. NS-XXXX entitled ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 2024-01 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD-58) TO ESTABLISH PERMITTED AND CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED LIGHT INDUSTRIAL LAND USES, ESTABLISH DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR THE NEW PROPOSED USES, AND TO INCLUDE ADDITIONAL COMPREHENSIVE/ZONING TEXT EDITS AND UPDATES, TO FACILITATE THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW INDUSTRIAL PARK DEVELOPMENT NAMED THE SOUTH COAST TECHNOLOGY CENTER LOCATED AT 3100, 3110, 3120, 3130, AND 3400 WEST LAKE CENTER DRIVE (APNS: 414-272-09, 414-272-10, AND 414-261-01)
  2. Determine that, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the project is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15183 of the CEQA Guidelines (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan or Zoning). Environmental Review No. 2023-109 will be re-filed for this project
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Consent Calendar

Excused Absences

4:21:18
Housing
  • A routine item excusing absent members, approved by the Housing Authority.3:23:25
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Official recommendation
  1. Excuse the absent members
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Consent Calendar

Minutes from the Special Meeting of July 16, 2024

4:21:02
  • The Housing Authority approved the written record of its special meeting of 16 July 2024.3:23:25
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Official recommendation
  1. Approve minutes
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Consent Calendar

Approve an Update to the Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan to Create a Preference for Foster Youth to Independence Voucher…

4:21:02
HousingYouth & education
  • The Housing Authority updated the plan governing how it administers housing vouchers.3:23:25
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Approve an Update to the Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan to Create a Preference for Foster Youth to Independence Voucher Holders

Official recommendation
  1. Approve an update to Chapter 4-III.C. of the Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan to create a preference for Foster Youth to Independence voucher holders
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