Santa Ana public meetings in 2023
93 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will meet to discuss labor negotiations and legal compliance in closed session. The open session includes a $2.9 million fund adjustment for the Public Works Engineering Fund and several funding amendments for school safety projects.
- $2.9 million appropriation adjustment to cure negative balance in Public Works Engineering Fund
- $350,000 appropriation adjustment for non-departmental litigation
- Funding amendments for various Safe Routes to School projects totaling $370,000
- Labor negotiations with Santa Ana Police Officers Association
- Approval of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget Calendar and Community Engagement Plan
Personnel Board - Special Meeting
The Santa Ana Personnel Board will hold a special meeting on December 14, 2023. The agenda includes a closed session hearing regarding public employee discipline for Case No. 2021-03.
- Closed session hearing regarding public employee discipline (Case No. 2021-03)
Police Oversight Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Ana Police Oversight Commission will meet to discuss upcoming training regarding internal Police Department procedures. The commission will also receive training related to the Ralph M. Brown Act. Additionally, members will consider approving the minutes from the November 9, 2023, meeting.
- Discussion of upcoming training on internal Police Department procedures
- Training regarding the Ralph M. Brown Act
- Approval of November 9, 2023, meeting minutes
Personnel Board - Special Meeting
The Santa Ana Personnel Board will hold a special meeting on December 13, 2023, at Council Chambers, 22 Civic Center Plaza. The primary action is a closed session hearing regarding public employee discipline under Case No. 2021-03. The board will also approve the minutes from its October 19 meeting and address excused absences. Closed sessions for personnel matters are held to protect employee privacy while ensuring city employment decisions follow state law.
- Closed session hearing for public employee discipline (Case No. 2021-03)
- Approval of the October 19, 2023 Personnel Board meeting minutes
- Review of excused board member absences
- Public comment period via Zoom or phone at 6:30 p.m.
Measure X Citizen Oversight Committee - Regular Meeting
The Santa Ana Measure X Citizen Oversight Committee will review several financial and operational reports. The agenda includes updates on sales tax, committee revenue, and an annual report of expenditures. The committee also plans to elect a Vice Chair.
- Election of a Vice Chair
- Measure X Agreed Upon Procedures Report
- Measure X Sales Tax Update
- Police Services Measure X Presentation
- Annual Report of Revenue and Expenditures
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use applications and zoning amendments. This includes a large-scale subdivision project and a request to rezone property for charter school offices. The commission will also hold a work study session on short-term rentals.
- Subdivision of 2300 South Redhill Avenue into four lots and 1,100 condominium units
- Rezoning 601 North Fairview Street to allow charter school offices and play areas
- Zoning amendments regarding wireless communication facilities, billboards, and hotels
- Work study session on short-term rentals
Regular City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council is reviewing several contract amendments and project funding updates. This includes adding contingency funds for the Santa Anita Park soccer field and community center renovations. The agenda also covers authorizing the start of a sanitation fee adjustment process.
- $3,520,000 in additional contingency funds for Santa Anita Park improvements
- Authorization to begin the process for a proposed sanitation fee adjustment
- Contract increase for Amtech Elevator Services to a total of $1,674,168
- Contract amendment for Memorial Park and Aquatics Facility Renovation
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will meet to discuss the appointment of a permanent City Manager and conduct labor negotiations with SEIU. The regular session includes reviewing the 2024 meeting calendar and approving several departmental contracts.
- Closed session discussion regarding public employee employment for the City Manager position
- Labor negotiations with Service Employees’ International Union (SEIU) Part-Time Civil Service Employees
- Contract amendment with Hardy & Harper, Inc. for asphalt street maintenance up to $8,590,000
- Blanket order contracts for nitrile gloves not to exceed $200,000
- Approval of the 2024 City Council annual meeting calendar
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Arts and Culture Commission - Regular Meeting
The Commission will hold a work study session featuring presentations from Investing in the Artist Grant 2023-2024 grantees. The meeting also includes a review of Arts and Culture Special Events Sponsorship Applications for November 2023.
- Investing in the Artist Grant 2023-2024 grantee presentations
- Arts and Culture Special Events Sponsorship Applications for November 2023
Community Development Commission - Special Meeting
The Community Development Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct an economic development work study session. The agenda also includes routine items such as excusing absent members and staff or commission member comments.
- Economic Development Work Study #2
Police Oversight Commission - Regular Meeting
The Commission will discuss several upcoming training sessions regarding police procedures, civilian oversight, and the Ralph M. Brown Act. Members will also receive an update on the Request for Proposals for an Independent Oversight Director.
- Update on Independent Oversight Director Request for Proposals
- Discussion of internal Police Department procedure training
- Discussion of National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement training
- Discussion of Ralph M. Brown Act related training
- Approval of October 6, 2023, Special Meeting minutes
Regular City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council will meet to conduct closed session business regarding litigation and personnel evaluations. The regular session includes reviewing housing division reports, approving community development grants, and discussing flood risk management.
- Appointment of Josephine Mendoza and Tracy La to the Rental Housing Board
- $113,462 appropriation for Crime-lite AUTO Camera Kits for the Police Department
- Release of Nonprofit Community Development Block Grant Application for FY 2024–26
- Presentation on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Santiago Creek Flood Risk Management Project
- Proclamation declaring November 2023 as Diabetes Month
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Historic Resource Commission - Regular Meeting
The Historic Resources Commission is reviewing applications to designate two properties as 'Key' historical resources. The commission will also consider a request for exterior modifications to the Cypress Fire Station.
- Designation of 1607 North Freeman Lane as a 'Key' historic property and Mills Act agreement
- Designation of 2028 North Greenleaf Street as a 'Key' historic property and Mills Act agreement
- Exterior modifications for partial restoration of the historic Cypress Fire Station at 625 South Cypress Avenue
Special City Council Meeting
The Santa Ana City Council will review a letter from the Orange County Registrar of Voters regarding a special recall election. The Council may take action through motions or resolutions concerning the election.
- Review and discussion of the November 14, 2023, Special Recall Election for Santa Ana Ward 3
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding significant exposure to litigation
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding initiation of litigation
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will review one-year accomplishments for Park Services. The commission will also discuss upcoming meeting dates for November and December.
- Park Services – 1 Year Accomplishments report
- Discussion of November–December meeting dates
- Presentation of Employees of the Month
Community Development Commission - Regular Meeting
The Community Development Commission will consider recommending a Nonprofit Community Development Block Grant Application for fiscal years 2024–26. The Commission will also vote to appoint Shelby Gutierrez as the Student Representative.
- Nomination of Shelby Gutierrez as Santa Ana Unified School District Representative
- Nonprofit Community Development Block Grant Application for Fiscal Years 2024–26
- Creation of an Ad Hoc Committee to review grant funding recommendations
- Quarterly Report for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (July 1 – Sept 30, 2023)
- Quarterly Report for Housing Division Projects and Activities (July 1 – Sept 30, 2023)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Commission will hold public hearings regarding a new public park at 1117 South Standard Avenue. The meeting also includes a request for medical and dental offices at 3601 West Sunflower Avenue.
- Conditional Use Permit for medical and dental offices at 3601 West Sunflower Avenue, Units 100 and 200
- General Plan Amendment and abandonment for a new park at 1117 South Standard Avenue
- Public Facility Naming for the new park at the corner of Standard and McFadden Avenues
Arts and Culture Commission - Regular Meeting
The Arts and Culture Commission will hold a work study session regarding sponsorship applications for special events occurring in October 2023. The meeting also includes routine items such as excused absences and staff comments.
- Arts and Culture Special Events Sponsorship Applications for October 2023
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will meet to consider several items, including updates to the Down Payment Assistance Program and new library service contracts. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss litigation regarding aqueous film-forming foams and labor negotiations with the Police Officers Association.
- Allocation of $762,979.40 in CalHome Reuse Funds and $1,527,020.60 in Inclusionary Housing Funds to the Down Payment Assistance Program
- Blanket order contract to Brodart Company for library cataloging and materials up to $590,000 annually
- Agreement with Overdrive, Inc. for digital content hosting not to exceed $405,000
- Closed session discussion regarding Aqueous Film-Forming Foams Products liability litigation
- Closed session labor negotiations with the Santa Ana Police Officers Association
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Special City Council Meeting
The Santa Ana City Council has scheduled a special closed session meeting for October 9, 2023. The council will meet privately to discuss personnel matters and potential litigation.
- Public employee separation/release discussion
- Conference with legal counsel regarding one personnel claim
Police Oversight Commission Special Meeting
The Santa Ana Police Oversight Commission is holding a special meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, receive an overview of the ordinance that established the commission, and set a recurring monthly meeting schedule. Public comments are limited to agenda items and must be submitted by email before 1:00 PM on the meeting date.
- Elect a Chair and Vice Chair
- Overview of the Ordinance Establishing the Police Oversight Commission
- Set recurring monthly meeting schedule
- Future items: SAPD training, NACOLE training, optional ride-along
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will hold a discussion regarding the Washington Square vacant lot. The meeting also includes a discussion on the PRCSC Calendar of the Year and several staff reports.
- Discussion: Washington Square Vacant Lot
- Discussion: PRCSC Calendar of the Year
- Library Staff Report
- Parks and Facilities Staff Report
- Santa Ana Zoo Staff Report
Community Development Commission - Regular Meeting
The Community Development Commission is reviewing proposals to update the Down Payment Assistance Program guidelines. The Commission also recommends allocating over $2.2 million from CalHome and Inclusionary Housing funds to this program.
- Issuance of FY 2023-24 Request for Proposals for Affordable Homeownership Opportunities
- Update to the Down Payment Assistance Program Guidelines
- Allocation of $762,979.40 in CalHome Program Reuse Funds
- Allocation of $1,527,020.60 in Inclusionary Housing Funds
Legislative City Council Subcommittee - Special Meeting
The Legislative City Council Subcommittee will hold a special meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda also includes receiving federal and state legislative updates and discussing the adoption of updated 2023 bylaws.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Federal legislative report from Holland & Knight
- State legislative report from Townsend Public Affairs
- Review and discussion of updated 2023 Bylaws
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Commission will consider a site plan review for a 22-unit rental residential development at 322 North Harbor Boulevard. Additionally, they will review a proposal to name the new dog park at Centennial Park 'Bark Park at Centennial'.
- Proposed naming of 'Bark Park at Centennial' at 3000 West Edinger Avenue
- Site Plan Review No. 2023-02 for a 22-unit rental development at 322 North Harbor Boulevard
- Density Bonus Agreement No. 2023-02 including two units for very low-income households
- Approval of meeting minutes from September 11, 2023
Arts and Culture Commission - Regular Meeting
The Arts and Culture Commission will hold a work study session regarding sponsorship applications for special events in September 2023. The meeting also includes routine items such as excused absences and staff comments.
- Work study session: Arts & Culture Special Events Sponsorship Applications for September 2023
Personnel Board - Special Meeting
The Personnel Board will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session hearing regarding public employee discipline for Case No. 2021-03. The agenda contains no items for the consent calendar.
- Closed session hearing regarding public employee discipline (Case No. 2021-03)
Personnel Board - Regular Meeting
The meeting agenda includes approving minutes, excused absences, and two closed sessions for public employee discipline hearings.
- Approve the minutes of the August 8, 2023 meeting
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit to allow Anchor Stone Christian Church to occupy an existing office building. The commission is also scheduled to discuss the status of the Comprehensive Zoning Code Update and neighborhood association engagement.
- Public Hearing: Conditional Use Permit No. 2023-18 for 2938 South Daimler Street
- Work Study: Status of Comprehensive Zoning Code Update
- Work Study: Overview of Neighborhood Associations and Developer Engagement
Historic Resource Commission - Regular Meeting
The Historic Resources Commission is reviewing applications for historic property preservation agreements and register categorizations. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding proposed exterior modifications to the W.M. Bradley House.
- Historic Property Preservation Agreement for 302 West Fourth Street
- Historic Register Categorization for 1908 North Greenleaf Street (Geddes-Charlton House)
- Exterior modification for 2120 North Heliotrope Drive including a 771-square-foot rear addition
- Interior remodel of 405 square feet at 2120 North Heliotrope Drive
- 90-square-foot wood trellis addition over the driveway at 2120 North Heliotrope Drive
WDB Youth Council Committee - Special Meeting
The WDB Youth Council Committee is holding a special meeting to elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The agenda also includes program operator reports and a study session regarding a Request for Proposal.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the 2023-2024 term
- Program operator reports from YSPN, OC Children’s Therapeutic Arts Center, and OC Conservation Corps
- Request for Proposal study session
Special City Council Meeting
The City Council is reviewing multiple infrastructure projects, including road rehabilitations and alley improvements. The agenda also includes approving the city's response to a Grand Jury report on human sex trafficking.
- Award $1,564,835 contract to All American Asphalt for Grand Avenue Rehabilitation
- Award $1,400,000 contract to Hardy & Harper, Inc. for Alton Avenue Rehabilitation
- Award $3,037,800 contract to Kalban, Inc. for the Alley Improvements Program
- Approve $300,000 change order for Local Street Preventative Maintenance project
- Approve City response to Orange County Grand Jury Report on Human Sex Trafficking
The City Council approved several construction contracts for street and alley improvements. The council also approved the city's response to a Grand Jury report on human sex trafficking. Two items were pulled from the consent calendar for separate discussion.
- Approved $300,000 change order for Local Street Preventative Maintenance project (6-0-0-1)
- Awarded $1,564,835 contract to All American Asphalt for Grand Avenue Rehabilitation (6-0-0-1)
- Awarded $1,400,000 contract to Hardy & Harper, Inc. for Alton Avenue Rehabilitation (6-0-0-1)
- Awarded $3,037,800 contract to Kalban, Inc. for Alley Improvements Program (6-0-0-1)
- Approved City's responses to the 2022-2023 Grand Jury Report on Human Sex Trafficking (6-0-0-1)
- Pulled Agenda Item No. 11 (Athens Services street sweeping) for separate consideration
- Pulled Agenda Item No. 14 for separate consideration
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission is considering a density bonus for a 15-unit rental development at 1212 East Fourth Street. The meeting also includes requests for an alcohol license at 300 East Fourth Street and a new digital billboard on South Pullman Street.
- Density Bonus Agreement for a 15-unit rental residential development at 1212 East Fourth Street
- Conditional Use Permit for beer and wine sales at Loosies Pizza, 300 East Fourth Street, Unit 103
- Conditional Use Permit for a 60-foot-high double-faced digital billboard at 2401 South Pullman Street
- Resolution affirming the denial of permit modifications for 2230 N. Tustin Avenue
Community Development Commission - Regular Meeting
The Community Development Commission is holding a public hearing regarding the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for Fiscal Year 2022-23. The Commission will consider recommending that the City Council authorize the submission of this report to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
- Public Hearing: Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for Fiscal Year 2022-23
Arts and Culture Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Ana Arts and Culture Commission is reviewing funding recommendations for the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Investing in the Artist Grant Opportunity. The meeting also includes routine items such as excused absences and staff comments.
- Approval of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Investing in the Artist Grant Opportunity funding recommendations
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will review closed session items regarding litigation and personnel evaluations. The regular session includes discussions on expanding CalOptima Health's Street Medicine Program and approving budget adjustments for emergency grants and workforce programs.
- Letter of interest to CalOptima Health for the Street Medicine Program
- $100,000 subrecipient agreement with Illumination Foundation for rapid rehousing
- $360,000 appropriation adjustment for National Dislocated Worker Grant funds
- Appointment of Maria Baeza to the Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission
- Reappointment of seven members to the Workforce Development Board
The City Council authorized a challenge to the California Department of Public Health's approval of a syringe/needle exchange delivery program. The Council also approved a series of consent calendar items, including commission appointments and a letter of interest for a street medicine program.
- Authorized a challenge to the California Department of Public Health's approval of a syringe/needle exchange delivery program
- Approved Consent Calendar items 5-11, 13, 15, 17-25 (7-0)
- Appointed Maria Baeza as Ward 3 Representative to the Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission
- Reappointed seven members to the Workforce Development Board for four-year terms
- Appointed Veronica Hernandez and Rhonda Miller to the Workforce Development Board
- Authorized staff to send a Letter of Interest to CalOptima Health for a Street Medicine Program
🗳️ How they voted — 6 divided votes
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission - Special Meeting
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission is holding a special meeting to approve the July 27, 2023, meeting minutes and excused absences. Following the meeting, the Commission will conduct a city tour.
- Approval of July 27, 2023, regular meeting minutes
- Approval of excused absences
Personnel Board - Regular Meeting
The Personnel Board will meet to approve minutes from the July 6, 2023, meeting and discuss the prospective use of Personnel Board Rules. The agenda also includes a closed session for a public employee discipline hearing regarding Case No. 2021-02.
- Approval of July 6, 2023, meeting minutes
- Discussion on prospective use of Personnel Board Rules
- Closed session hearing for public employee discipline (Case No. 2021-02)
The Personnel Board approved the minutes from its July 6, 2023 meeting. The Board reviewed a memo regarding revisions to the Personnel Board Rules but took no action on the item. A closed session was held regarding public employee discipline.
- Approved July 6, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Received and filed memo on Personnel Board Rules revisions (no action taken)
Regular City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council and Housing Authority will meet to discuss litigation matters and public employee evaluations in closed session. The regular session includes reviewing housing project reports and approving various city contracts and appointments.
- Increase All American Asphalt contract by $200,000 for pothole repairs
- Approve $3,502,500 in Urban Greening Grant funding for Bristol-Tolliver Street Greening Project
- Appoint Frida Ramirez to the Measure X Citizen Oversight Committee
- Authorize agreement with WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure Inc. for stormwater inspections
- Proclamation declaring August 2023 as Chicano Heritage Month
The City Council approved consent calendar items 6 through 22, excluding item 21. The council appointed Frida Ramirez as the Ward 6 Representative to the Santa Ana 2018 Measure X Citizen Oversight Committee. A motion to add a legal case to the closed session agenda failed.
- Denied motion to add Albert Castillo vs. the City Council to closed session agenda (2-3-1-1)
- Approved Consent Calendar items 6-22, excluding item 21 (7-0)
- Appointed Frida Ramirez as Ward 6 Representative to the 2018 Measure X Citizen Oversight Committee
- Supported filing an Amicus Brief regarding SoCal Recovery, LLC et al. v. City of Costa Mesa
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Legislative City Council Subcommittee - CANCELED
The scheduled special meeting for the Santa Ana Legislative City Council Subcommittee was canceled. The original agenda included the election of officers and legislative updates.
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will discuss renaming parts of North Mabury Street and South Elk Lane to South Zoo Lane. The meeting also includes discussions on park naming for Centennial Park and leadership elections.
- Street Naming No. 202301: Rename segments of North Mabury Street and South Elk Lane to South Zoo Lane
- Park naming for Standard/McFadden & Dog Park at Centennial Park
- Chairperson and Vice-chair elections
- Library Staff Report
- Santa Ana Zoo Staff Report
Community Development Commission - Regular Meeting
The Community Development Commission will hold elections for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the 2023-2024 term. The meeting also includes a work study session on commission duties and the appointment of a representative to the Historic Resources Commission.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the 2023-2024 term
- Appointment of a representative to the Historic Resources Commission
- Work study session on Commission powers, duties, and responsibilities
- Quarterly Report for Housing Division Projects and Activities (April 1 – June 30, 2023)
- Quarterly Report for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (April 1 – June 30, 2023)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Street Naming No. 2023-01. The proposal seeks to rename parts of North Mabury Street and South Elk Lane to South Zoo Lane.
- Street Naming No. 2023-01: Renaming segments of North Mabury Street and South Elk Lane to South Zoo Lane
Arts and Culture Commission - Regular Meeting
The Commission will hold elections for a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the 2023-2024 term. The meeting also includes a discussion on event sponsorship policies and a presentation regarding a graffiti arts pilot program.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the 2023-2024 term
- Discussion of the 2023-2024 Arts & Culture Event Sponsorship Program Policy and Application
- Santa Ana Unified School District presentation on Bridging the G.A.P. (Graffiti Arts Pilot Program)
Regular City Council and Special Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council and Special Housing Authority will meet to discuss various appointments and a homelessness update. A key item involves the potential pre-commitment of $2,021,319 in funds for housing development at 918 N. Bewley Street.
- $2,021,319 pre-commitment for Intergenerational Housing Project at 918 N. Bewley Street
- Appointment of Michael Chu to the Measure X Citizen Oversight Committee
- Appointment of Idalia Rios-Pacheco to the Community Development Commission
- Appointment of Lorena Vidaurri to the Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission
- Staff presentation regarding a homelessness update
The City Council unanimously approved three legal settlements during a closed session. The council also approved a majority of the consent calendar items, though several were pulled for separate discussion.
- Approved $95,000 settlement for Marco Pescina v. City of Santa Ana (Unanimous)
- Approved $375,000 settlement for Stephanie Avila v. City of Santa Ana, et al. (Unanimous)
- Approved $125,000 settlement for Francisco Valencia v. City of Santa Ana (Unanimous)
- Approved staff recommendations for Consent Calendar items 6-35, excluding items 13, 14, 18, and 31 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for an eating establishment to sell beer and wine on-site. The commission will also elect its Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the 2023-2024 term.
- Public Hearing: Conditional Use Permit No. 2023-14 for 700 North Main Street, Unit A
- Proposed Type-41 ABC license for beer and wine on-site consumption
- Election of Planning Commission Chairperson for 2023-2024 term
- Election of Planning Commission Vice Chairperson for 2023-2024 term
Historic Resource Commission - Regular Meeting
The Historic Resources Commission will hold a public hearing regarding exterior modifications at 419 East Wellington Avenue. The proposal includes repairing the foundation of a deteriorating front porch and removing non-original architectural elements. The commission will also consider a historic property preservation agreement for 621 North Spurgeon Street.
- Public hearing for exterior modifications at 419 East Wellington Avenue
- Mills Act contract recommendation for 621 North Spurgeon Street
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the 2023-2024 term
Personnel Board - Special Meeting
The Personnel Board will meet to conduct elections for the positions of Board Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda also includes a closed session hearing regarding public employee discipline and the scheduling of an open session hearing.
- Elections for Board Chair and Vice Chair
- Closed session hearing for public employee discipline (Case No. 2021-02)
- Scheduling of hearing for Case No. 2021-03
- Approval of June 13, 2023, meeting minutes
Community Development Commission - Regular Meeting
The Community Development Commission is reviewing a proposal to pre-commit funds and vouchers to the Illumination Foundation. This action supports the development of the Intergenerational Housing Project at 918 N. Bewley Street.
- $2,021,319 in Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention funds
- Eight project-based vouchers for Illumination Foundation
- Intergenerational Housing Project development at 918 N. Bewley Street
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Ana Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on two conditional use permits for a new service station with a 2,880-square-foot canopy and a 2,150-square-foot mini-mart at 2230 North Tustin Avenue. The project is in the Arterial Commercial (C5) zoning district and is exempt from further environmental review under CEQA. The commission will also approve minutes and excuse absences.
- Conditional Use Permit No. 2019-41-MOD-1 to modify an existing permit for a service station at 2230 North Tustin Avenue
- Conditional Use Permit No. 2023-03 for a business requiring a regional, state, or federal permit to discharge, handle, emit, or store regulated substances within 500 feet of a school, park, or residence
- New service station with 2,880-square-foot canopy and 2,150-square-foot mini-mart
- Categorical Exemption ER No. 2017-83 filed under CEQA
- Consent calendar includes approving minutes and excusing absent commissioners
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will discuss the frequency of quarterly presentations from division managers. The body will also consider forming an AdHoc Committee to recommend names for Standard/McFadden Park and the Santa Ana Dog Park.
- AdHoc Committee request to recommend names for Standard/McFadden Park and Santa Ana Dog Park
- Discussion regarding quarterly division updates for Library, Zoo, Parks, and Recreation
- Presentation from Community Engagement Supervisor Corilyn Lantz
- Employee of the Month and Community Service Award presentations
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss existing litigation and labor negotiations with the Police Officers Association. The regular open session includes several items for approval, ranging from committee appointments to significant equipment purchases.
- Closed session discussion regarding Micah’s Way v. City of Santa_Ana litigation
- Labor negotiations with the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (POA)
- $376,500 purchase order to Cummins, Inc. for a commercial diesel generator set
- Purchase order to Transwest Truck Center, LLC for three Ford Super Duty F-550 trucks up to $690,000
- Reallocation of $68,980 in unspent funds to the ADA Transition Plan
The City Council approved several public works expenditures, including a diesel generator and valve trucks. The council also appointed Claudio Gallegos to the Community Development Commission and added an item to the agenda regarding housing ordinance exemptions.
- Added Item No. 32-A to agenda regarding AB 2011 and SB 6 exemptions (7-0)
- Appointed Claudio Gallegos to the Community Development Commission
- Authorized $68,980 budget reallocation to the ADA Transition Plan
- Awarded $376,500 purchase order to Cummins, Inc. for a diesel generator
- Awarded purchase order up to $690,000 to Transwest Truck Center, LLC for three valve trucks
- Authorized Mayor to sign Program Year 2023-25 Local Board Recertification application
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Arts and Culture Commission - Regular Meeting
The Arts and Culture Commission will hold a work study session regarding the Guidelines for Arts & Culture Event Sponsorship Program for fiscal year 2023-2024. The meeting also includes routine items such as excused absences.
- Discussion of Guidelines for Arts & Culture Event Sponsorship Program for FY 2023-2024
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Commission will consider a permit for a new private preparatory high school on West McFadden Avenue. The agenda also includes a request for an alcohol license at 201 East Fourth Street and a proposal to vacate a portion of an alley near North Flower Street.
- Conditional Use Permit for a new private college-preparatory high school at 2204 West McFadden Avenue
- Conditional Use Permit for beer and wine sales at 201 East Fourth Street
- Alley abandonment request adjacent to 2383 North Flower Street
- General Plan consistency finding for the FY 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Program
Regular City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council approved a Community Workforce Agreement with the Los Angeles/Orange Counties Building and Construction Trades Council with specific amendments to contract thresholds and reporting. The Council also appointed several members to city commissions.
- Approved Community Workforce Agreement for 10 years with amended thresholds of $750,000 and $100,000 (7-0)
- Appointed Amalia Mejia to Police Oversight Commission as Ward 5 representative
- Appointed Evangeline Gawronski to Police Oversight Commission as Ward 6 representative (4-3)
- Appointed Martha Rivera to Arts and Culture Commission as Ward 6 representative
- Appointed Mark S. McLoughlin to Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission
- Approved Consent Calendar items 3-30, excluding items 6, 10, and 25 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
WDB Executive Committee - Special Meeting
The Workforce Development Board Executive Committee is meeting to discuss renewing partnerships with several WIOA partners through 2025. The committee will also review rankings for youth provider proposals and consider an agreement with the Orange County Children’s Therapeutic Arts Center.
- Proposed $200,000 agreement with Orange County Children’s Therapeutic Arts Center to serve 20 youth
- Renewal of Memorandum of Understanding with various WIOA partners through June 30, 2025
- Review of Youth Provider Request for Proposals rankings for program years 2023-27
- Adoption of an Incumbent Worker Policy to support employer workforce retention
- Authorization of Local Board Recertification application for program years 2023-25
Personnel Board - Special Meeting
The Personnel Board will convene a special meeting to conduct a closed session hearing regarding Case No. 2021-02. The agenda also includes the routine item of excusing absent board members.
- Closed session hearing for public employee discipline (Case No. 2021-02)
Workforce Development Board - CANCELED
The May 18, 2023, regular meeting of the Workforce Development Board was canceled because a quorum was not present. The agenda included items regarding workforce plan modifications, partner agreements, and youth provider proposals.
- Modification to the PY 2021-24 Regional and Local Workforce Plan
- Renewal of Memorandums of Understanding with WIOA partners through June 30, 2025
- Proposed $200,000 agreement with Orange County Children’s Therapeutic Arts Center
- Adoption of an Incumbent Worker Policy
- Local Board Recertification for Program Year 2023-25
Arts and Culture Commission - CANCELED
The scheduled meeting of the Arts and Culture Commission was canceled due to a lack of quorum. The agenda included a work study session regarding economic impact surveys.
- Work Study Session: Arts and Economic Prosperity 6 – Economic Impact Surveys
Special Closed Session, Regular City Council, and Special Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council will meet for a closed session regarding litigation and labor negotiations. The regular open meeting includes discussions on budget adjustments, police department procurement, and various city proclamations.
- Budget appropriation adjustments with a net General Fund impact of $1,784,000
- Purchase order for 35 body armor protective vests from Galls, LLC for $135,474
- Blanket order contract to BorderLAN, Inc. for software not to exceed $200,000
- Proclamation declaring May 21-27, 2023 as National Public Works Week
- Proclamation declaring May 14-20, 2023 as National Police Week
The City Council appointed Keith Carpenter to the Police Oversight Commission. The Council also approved a Rental Registry Fee Study and several budget appropriation adjustments. One agenda item was postponed to June 20, 2023.
- Appointed Keith Carpenter as Ward 1 Representative to the Police Oversight Commission (7-0)
- Approved Rental Registry Fee Study (4-3)
- Approved budget appropriation adjustments with net General Fund impact of $1,784,000 (7-0)
- Continued Agenda Item No. 28 to the June 20, 2023 meeting (5-2)
- Approved minutes from October 4 and October 18, 2022 (7-0)
- Received and filed Certification of Approval for Final Tract Map 2022-1 at 830 South Harbor Blvd (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Special City Council
The City Council will hold a work study session regarding the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget. The Finance and Management Services department is tasked with preparing for a public hearing scheduled for June 6, 2023.
- Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget Workshop
The City Council conducted a work study session to review the proposed budget and prepare for a public hearing on June 6, 2023. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission is considering a citywide zoning amendment to increase the required distance between noxious uses and sensitive receptors. The meeting also includes a request for drive-thru operations at 7-Leaves Café.
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2023-01: Increase separation of noxious uses from 500 to 1,000 feet
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2023-01: Updates to the massage establishment ordinance
- Conditional Use Permit No. 2023-10: Drive-thru operations for 7-Leaves Café at 3000 South Bristol Street
- Election of a Vice Chairperson for the remainder of the 2022-2023 term
- Election of a representative to the Historic Resource Commission
Historic Resource Commission - Special Meeting
The Historic Resources Commission is holding public hearings regarding exterior modification applications for the Fuller-Utt House and the Gilmaker Block. The commission will consider proposals for a residential addition and a commercial renovation including a new rooftop unit.
- Exterior modification for 2140 North Ross Street (Fuller-Utt House) involving a 261 square foot rear addition
- Renovation of the Gilmaker Block at 302 West Fourth Street including an 8,863 square foot structure renovation
- Proposed 4,056 square foot rooftop unit and 1,632 square foot outdoor seating area at 302 West Fourth Street
Regular City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the Police Officers Association and SEIU. The open session includes several consent calendar items regarding commission appointments, financial reports, and workforce development funding.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators for Santa Ana Police Officers Association and SEIU
- Appointment of Nadin Said to the Police Oversight Commission
- Appointment of Carl Benninger to the Planning Commission
- Appropriation adjustment of $155,750 for Emergency Housing Voucher Service Fees
- Master agreement for vocational training not to exceed $2,765,820
The City Council approved consent calendar items including appointments to the Police Oversight Commission and Planning Commission, a housing division quarterly report, and a workforce plan modification. Councilmembers pulled several items for separate discussion but all passed unanimously. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.
- Appointed Nadin Said as Ward 4 representative to Police Oversight Commission (7-0)
- Appointed Carl Benninger as Ward 4 representative to Planning Commission (7-0)
- Approved housing division quarterly report for Jan-Mar 2023 (7-0)
- Approved $155,750 appropriation adjustment for Emergency Housing Voucher Service Fees (7-0)
- Approved modification to PY 2021-24 Regional and Local Workforce Plan (7-0)
- Authorized master agreement for vocational training up to $2,765,820 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Joint School Collaboration City Council Subcommittee - Regular Meeting
The Joint School Collaboration City Council Subcommittee will hold a regular meeting to discuss updates on the Master Joint Use Agreement. The committee will also discuss information regarding elections.
- Update on the Master Joint Use Agreement discussion
- Elections Information discussion
- Approval of April 3, 2023, meeting minutes
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The commission will discuss the budget and an update to the Parks Master Plan. The agenda also includes presentations regarding special events and the Delhi Project.
- Budget discussion
- Parks Master Plan Update discussion
- Special Events Presentation
- Delhi Project Presentation
Community Development Commission - Regular Meeting
The Community Development Commission will review quarterly reports for the Housing Choice Voucher Program and Housing Division projects. The meeting also includes a work study session regarding economic development.
- Quarterly Report for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Jan 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023)
- Quarterly Report for Housing Division Projects and Activities (Jan 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023)
- Economic Development Work Study Session
Special Closed Session and Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss existing litigation and labor negotiations. The regular meeting includes several items for approval, such as road repair funding and new vehicle purchases.
- Closed session discussion regarding Candelario Jalomo v. City of Santa Ana
- $400,000 purchase order for HVAC controls at the Ross Annex
- $439,922 purchase order for a Matthews Specialty Vehicles bookmobile
- $500,000 appropriation adjustment for asphalt pothole repairs
- Appointment of Nadin Said to the Police Oversight Commission
The City Council approved several purchase orders for city infrastructure and services. The council also delayed the appointment of a Police Oversight Commission representative to a future meeting.
- Approved $400,000 purchase order to Siemens Industry, Inc. for Ross Annex HVAC automation (7-0)
- Approved $439,922 purchase order to Matthews Specialty Vehicles for a book mobile conversion vehicle (7-0)
- Denied appointment of Nadin Said to the Police Oversight Commission (3-4)
- Continued appointment of Ward 4 Police Oversight Commission representative to May 2, 2023 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
WDB Youth Council Committee - Regular Meeting
The Youth Council Committee is reviewing rankings for youth provider proposals for the 2023-27 period. The committee will also consider recommending a $200,000 agreement with the Orange County Children’s Therapeutic Arts Center to serve 20 Santa Ana youth.
- Acceptance of review committee rankings for Youth Provider proposals (PY 2023-27)
- Recommended $200,000 agreement with Orange County Children’s Therapeutic Arts Center
- Discussion on re-releasing a Youth Request for Proposal
- Discussion regarding bringing Youth WEX activities in-house for PY 2023-24
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission is holding a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for the Target store at 1330 East Seventeenth Street. The request includes a determination of Public Convenience or Necessity to allow off-premises alcohol sales.
- Conditional Use Permit No. 2023-04: Alcohol sales at 1330 East Seventeenth Street (Target)
Special Closed Session, Regular City Council and Housing Authority Meeting
The City Council will hold a closed session to conduct labor negotiations with the Police Officers Association and SEIU. The regular open meeting includes several items for approval, such as park lighting upgrades and HVAC replacements.
- Labor negotiations with Santa Ana Police Officers Association and SEIU
- $195,710 for LED sports lighting at Thornton Park
- $274,877 for HVAC replacement at the Police Athletic & Activity League Center
- $471,570 contract for Motorola 800 MHz communications equipment
- $1,240,500 construction contract for Salgado Community Center Improvements
The City Council voted 4-3 to reject the appointment of Fernando Delgado to the Police Oversight Commission. The council also approved several public works contracts and property acquisitions for park improvements. The Housing Authority meeting and public hearing were canceled.
- Denied appointment of Fernando Delgado to Police Oversight Commission (3-4)
- Approved $750,000 property acquisition at 843 N. Garnsey Street for 10th and Flower Park (7-0)
- Approved $2.87M contract with MMC, Inc. for restrooms at Riverview, Heritage, Windsor, and Angels Parks (7-0)
- Approved $1.24M construction contract to AME Builders, Inc. for Salgado Community Center improvements (7-0)
- Approved $471,570 contract to Motorola Solutions, Inc. for communications equipment (7-0)
- Approved $274,877 HVAC replacement at Police Athletic & Activity League Center (7-0)
- Approved $195,710 purchase order to Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for Thornton Park (7-0)
- Appointed Nicholas Ortiz to the Youth Commission as Ward 4 representative (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Joint School Collaboration City Council Subcommittee - Regular Meeting
The Joint School Collaboration City Council Subcommittee will hold discussions regarding several community resource items. Topics include the use of SAUSD parking for neighborhood needs and utilizing school libraries as neighborhood libraries.
- Discussion on increasing the SAY Employment Program to support SAUSD internships
- Discussion on using SAUSD parking for neighborhood parking from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
- Discussion on using school libraries as neighborhood libraries
- Discussion on the El Salvador Park Joint Use Agreement
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Commission will discuss the Parks Master Plan and a naming committee for Standard/McFadden Park. The meeting also includes discussion regarding several upcoming park ceremonies.
- Standard / McFadden Park Naming Ad-Hoc Committee discussion
- Upcoming ceremonies: Portola Park Basketball Court, Cesar Chavez Campesino Mini-Pitch, Santa Anita Groundbreaking Ceremony, and Ed Caruthers Park Grand Opening
- Parks Master Plan discussion
WDB Executive Committee - Special Meeting
The Executive Committee is considering a modification to the PY 2021-24 Regional and Local Workforce Plan. This modification concerns grant funds received from the Federal Title I Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
- Biennial Modification to the PY 2021-24 Region and Local Workforce Plan
Community Development Commission - Regular Meeting
The Commission will elect officers for the remainder of the 2022-2023 term. Members are also reviewing the Housing Authority Annual Plan and several fiscal year budgets.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Housing Authority Annual Plan approval
- $4,808,057 Community Development Block Grant budget
- $1,605,667 HOME Investment Partnerships grant budget
- $447,249 Emergency Solutions Grant budget
Special Closed Session and Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the Police Officers Association and SEIU. The regular open meeting includes several contract awards for promotional items, equipment, and synthetic turf at Centennial Park.
- Labor negotiations with Santa Ana Police Officers Association and SEIU
- Aggregate blanket order contracts for promotional items not to exceed $975,000
- Purchase of a Felling Custom Saw Trailer from Sonsray Machinery, LLC for $51,681
- Synthetic turf installation at Dan Young Sports Complex for up to $2,970,859
- Appointment of Michelle Cisneros to the Personnel Board
The City Council approved several major public works contracts, including flood reduction and synthetic turf installation. A budget update was partially approved, though appropriation adjustments failed to reach the required five-vote threshold. The Council also approved architectural services for the Historic Cypress Fire Station with a shortened three-year term.
- Awarded $4,642,644 contract to GMZ Engineering, Inc. for Downtown Flood Reduction and Stormwater Infiltration Project
- Awarded $2,970,859 contract to FieldTurf USA for synthetic turf at Dan Young Sports Complex
- Approved architectural agreement with Dunbar Architecture for Historic Cypress Fire Station for a three-year term (5-2)
- Approved $975,000 aggregate blanket order contracts for promotional items
- Approved $451,000 amendment for Police Department Records Management System with Axon Enterprise, Inc.
- Denied appropriation adjustments for FY 2022-23 Mid-Year Budget Update (4-3; required 5 votes)
- Continued appointment of Fernando Delgado to Police Oversight Commission to next meeting (6-1)
- Approved license extension with Southern California Edison for Bristol/Alton Bike Trail (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Arts and Culture Commission - Regular Meeting
The Arts and Culture Commission will conduct a work study session regarding local district projects. This includes reviewing presentations for a business district median sign and a community memorial.
- Presentation on Little Saigon Business District Median Sign at First Street and Harbor Boulevard
- Presentation on Chinatown Memorial at Bush Street and Third Street
- Approval of November 17, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approval of February 16, 2023 meeting minutes
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Commission will consider two conditional use permits regarding a wireless communications facility and an eating establishment. Additionally, the body will conduct a work study session on the Related Bristol Specific Plan.
- Conditional Use Permit No. 2022-18 for 2649 West First Street (wireless communications facility)
- Conditional Use Permit No. 2023-01 for 120 South Harbor Boulevard, Unit H (beer and wine sale permit)
- Work Study: Related Bristol Specific Plan at 3600 South Bristol Street
The Planning Commission approved permits for a wireless communications facility and an alcohol license for an eating establishment. The commission also held a work study session regarding the Related Bristol Specific Plan.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 2022-18 for wireless communications facility at 2649 West First Street (7-0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 2023-01 for beer and wine license at 120 South Harbor Boulevard, Unit H (7-0)
- Approved Consent Calendar items, including previous meeting minutes (7-0)
🏢 Building at this address: 4 m tall
Special Closed Session and Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a special closed session to discuss existing litigation, labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations, and a potential property acquisition at 201 S. Mountain View and 4320 W. 1st Street. The regular open session includes consent calendar items such as appointments, contract awards, and financial reports. The agenda is largely procedural with no major public policy decisions on the open session.
- Closed session discussion of litigation in City of Santa Ana v. Rim Pacific Investors Portofino, LLC and other cases
- Closed session labor negotiations with Santa Ana Police Officers Association, SEIU, CASA, and SAMA
- Closed session real property negotiation for 201 S. Mountain View and 4320 W. 1st Street (APN: 188-021-10 and 188-021-11)
- Award construction contract to Excel Paving Co. for $1,798,800 for West Willits Protected Bike Lanes from Fairview Street to Raitt Street
- Award blanket order contracts for maintenance supplies up to $565,000 annually (total $3,390,000 over six years)
The City Council approved several public works contracts, including bike lanes and street lighting. A significant loan agreement was authorized for the WISEPlace Permanent Supportive Housing project. The Council also passed a resolution regarding the enforcement of sidewalk vendor regulations.
- Approved $5,256,327 loan for WISEPlace Permanent Supportive Housing (6-0-1)
- Approved $1,798,800 construction contract for West Willits Protected Bike Lanes (6-0-0-1)
- Approved $601,977 contract for Saddleback View Neighborhood Street Lighting
- Approved $493,244.76 contract for Bristol St and Santa Clara Ave traffic signal installation
- Approved $565,000 annual blanket order for maintenance and operating supplies
- Adopted resolution on sidewalk vendor regulations and ADA standards (5-2)
- Appointed David Crockett to the Personnel Board
- Appointed Carlos Perea to the Police Oversight Commission
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Historic Resource Commission - Regular Meeting
The Historic Resources Commission will hold a public hearing to consider designating the property at 2311 North Benton Way (The Turks House) as a Key historic resource on the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties and to recommend a Mills Act preservation agreement with the owners, Brian and Krystle Newquist. The consent calendar includes approval of prior meeting minutes, excused absences, and receiving the Certified Local Government 2021-2022 Annual Report.
- Public hearing on Historic Register Categorization No. 2023-01 and Mills Act agreement for 2311 North Benton Way (The Turks House)
- CEQA exemption under Section 15331, Class 31, for historic preservation
- Consent calendar: approve January 19, 2023 minutes
- Consent calendar: receive and file Certified Local Government 2021-2022 Annual Report
Youth Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Ana Youth Commission will hold a virtual meeting on March 1, 2023, at 4:30 PM. The commission will discuss the 2023-24 Community Budget Priorities and a proposed new outdoor library at Jerome Park. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and excused absences.
- Discussion of 2023-24 Community Budget Priorities via survey and simulation tool
- Discussion of a new outdoor library at Jerome Park
- Approval of minutes from the December 7, 2022 regular meeting
- Approval of excused absences for commission members
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will hold a virtual meeting on February 23, 2023. The business calendar includes discussions on a new outdoor library at Jerome Park and the Parks Master Plan. The commission will also receive informational staff reports on the library, parks and facilities, the Santa Ana Zoo, and parks, recreation and community services.
- Discussion on a new outdoor library at Jerome Park – Placeworks
- Discussion on the Parks Master Plan
- Receive and file Library Staff Report
- Receive and file Parks and Facilities Staff Report
- Receive and file Santa Ana Zoo Staff Report
Regular City Council Meeting
The Santa Ana City Council will vote on consent calendar items including contracts for roof repairs at Fire Stations 72 and 74, purchase of six Chevrolet Bolt EVs and two Traverse SUVs, and appointment of members to the Police Oversight Commission and other boards. The meeting also includes a closed session on labor negotiations and existing litigation.
- $789,567 purchase order to Best Contracting Services for roof repairs at Fire Station 72 and Fire Station 74
- $275,765 purchase order to National Auto Fleet Group for six Chevrolet Bolt EVs and two Chevrolet Traverse SUVs
- Appointment of Ronnie Harrell as Ward 4 representative and Danny Vega as mayoral representative to the Police Oversight Commission
- Receive and file Fiscal Year 2021-22 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and related audit reports
- Closed session on labor negotiations with police officers association and other employee organizations
The City Council approved a three-year agreement with DTSA Services for the Downtown Santa Ana Clean & Safe Program, removing a two-year extension option. Council also approved several public works contracts for roof repairs, vehicle purchases, and park maintenance. A mid-year budget update and the 3rd and Broadway Project were continued to future meetings.
- Approved $5.1M agreement with DTSA Services for Downtown Santa Ana Clean & Safe Program (7-0)
- Approved $789,567 purchase order to Best Contracting Services for fire station roof repairs (7-0)
- Approved $275,765 purchase order to National Auto Fleet Group for 8 vehicles (7-0)
- Approved $2.4M purchase order to Acco Engineered Systems for fan coil replacement (7-0)
- Approved $451,205 agreement with Robertson Industries for playground resurfacing (7-0)
- Approved $887,860 agreement with Diversified Waterscapes for lake management (7-0)
- Approved $1.24M agreement with Service 1st for pool maintenance (7-0)
- Approved $102,441 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Arts and Culture Commission - Regular Meeting
The Santa Ana Arts and Culture Commission will hold a work study session on Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 – Economic Impact Surveys. The consent calendar includes approval of meeting minutes from July, September, and October 2022, and excusing absent members. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.
- Work study session on Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 – Economic Impact Surveys
- Approve special meeting minutes of July 26, 2022
- Approve regular meeting minutes of September 15, 2022
- Approve regular meeting minutes of October 20, 2022
- Excuse absent commission member(s)
WDB Youth Council Committee - Regular Meeting
The Workforce Development Board Youth Council Committee will hear reports from three program operators: YSPN, OC Children's Therapeutic Arts Center, and OC Conservation Corps. The committee will also consider approving meeting minutes from October 13, 2022, and excusing absent members.
- Approve regular meeting minutes of October 13, 2022
- Excuse absent committee member(s)
- Hear report from YSPN program operator
- Hear report from OC Children's Therapeutic Arts Center
- Hear report from OC Conservation Corps
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a second reading and adopt an ordinance to disestablish the Downtown Santa Ana Business Improvement District, which was approved 7-0 on first reading. They will also adopt a zoning ordinance amendment covering family daycare, sign programs, massage establishments, and other land-use regulations. The meeting includes closed-session discussions on a police threat assessment, labor negotiations with four employee organizations, and potential litigation involving amicus briefs in two Ninth Circuit cases.
- Second reading and adoption of ordinance to disestablish Downtown Santa Ana Business Improvement District
- Second reading and adoption of Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2022-03 covering family daycare, sign programs, massage establishments, and other regulations
- Closed session: consultation with Police Chief David Valentin on threat to public services
- Closed session: labor negotiations with Santa Ana Police Officers Association, SEIU, CASA, and SAMA
- Closed session: consideration of amicus briefs in So Cal Recovery, LLC v. City of Costa Mesa and Raw Recovery, LLC v. City of Costa Mesa
The City Council adopted Ordinance No. NS-3038 to amend zoning regulations and approved multiple appropriation adjustments for police and homeless services. The council also authorized several purchase orders for city vehicles and sports lighting, and appointed new members to various boards and commissions.
- Adopted Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2022-03 (6-1)
- Approved $674,887 appropriation for Supplemental Law Enforcement Services (7-0)
- Approved $8,232,281.35 appropriation for homeless housing and prevention funds (7-0)
- Approved $305,895 agreement with 3Di, Inc. for rental registry portal (7-0)
- Approved $500,000 for food distribution programs with Delhi Center and Seva Collective (7-0)
- Approved $346,134 purchase of six Chevrolet Colorado trucks from Penske Chevrolet (7-0)
- Approved $399,274 purchase of eight Chevrolet Colorado trucks from National Auto Fleet Group (7-0)
- Appointed Isabella Guerra to Youth Commission and five other members to various boards (5-0-0-2)
Joint School Collaboration City Council Subcommittee - Regular Meeting
The Joint School Collaboration City Council Subcommittee will discuss two items: a request for the Santa Ana Unified School District to share funding for the Schools Crossing Guard Program, and early literacy. No decisions are scheduled; the subcommittee will provide input to the City Council.
- Discussion on City request for SAUSD to share funding of the Schools Crossing Guard Program
- Discussion on Early Literacy
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting
The commission will review staff reports regarding library services, parks and facilities, the Santa Ana Zoo, and community services. The agenda also includes a presentation for Employee of the Month and the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Employee of the Month presentation
- Library Staff Report
- Parks and Facilities Staff Report
- Santa Ana Zoo Staff Report
- Parks, Recreation and Community Services Staff Report
Community Development Commission - Regular Meeting
The Community Development Commission will receive and file quarterly reports on the Housing Choice Voucher Program and Housing Division projects for October-December 2022. The agenda also includes excusing member absences and staff/commission comments. No votes on new policies or funding are scheduled.
- Quarterly report on Housing Choice Voucher Program, Oct 1 – Dec 31, 2022
- Quarterly report on Housing Division projects and activities, Oct 1 – Dec 31, 2022
- Excuse commission member absences
Workforce Development Board - Regular Meeting
The Santa Ana Workforce Development Board will hold a regular virtual meeting on January 19, 2023. The board will receive a presentation on regional workforce efforts and a report from the Youth Council. Consent items include approving September 2022 meeting minutes and excusing absences.
- Regional Workforce Efforts presentation by Annette Whittle, Regional Organizer
- Youth Council report from Bob Tucker
- Approve regular meeting minutes of September 15, 2022
- Excuse absent member(s)
- Receive and file 2023 meeting calendar
Historic Resource Commission- Special Meeting
The Historic Resources Commission will hold public hearings to consider adding two properties to the Santa Ana Register of Historical Properties and entering into Mills Act preservation agreements with the owners. The properties are 947 West Buffalo Avenue (Grover Collins House) and 1915 North Flower Street (Mabee House). The commission will also approve minutes from the November 3, 2022 meeting and excused absences.
- Public hearing on Historic Register categorization as Key for 947 West Buffalo Avenue (Grover Collins House) and a Mills Act agreement with Matthew L. and Robert D. Hale
- Public hearing on Historic Register categorization as Contributive for 1915 North Flower Street (Mabee House) and a Mills Act agreement with Eric Neigher and Jennifer Nguyen
- Consent calendar: approval of November 3, 2022 meeting minutes and excused absences
Measure X Citizen Oversight Committee - Special Meeting
The Santa Ana 2018 Measure X Citizen Oversight Committee will hold a special meeting to review financial oversight items. The committee will consider approving minutes from September 2022, receive an agreed-upon procedures audit report, and hear updates on sales tax and overall revenue. Members will also discuss and develop budget recommendations for the City Council.
- Approve minutes from the September 19, 2022 regular meeting
- Measure X Agreed Upon Procedures Report by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
- Measure X Sales Tax Update by Avenue Insights & Analytics
- Measure X Revenue Update by FMSA
- Discuss and develop budget recommendations to the City Council
Regular City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a second reading to adopt a zoning map amendment for three properties at 1700, 1720, and 1740 East Garry Avenue, changing the designation from Professional (P) to Light Industrial (M1). The consent calendar also includes several purchase authorizations, appointments to boards and commissions, and a closed session to discuss litigation, labor negotiations, and a public employment matter.
- Second reading and adoption of zoning map amendment for 1700, 1720, and 1740 East Garry Avenue from Professional to Light Industrial
- Appointment of nine members to various boards and commissions for terms expiring December 10, 2024
- Authorize $61,319 purchase order to VMI, Inc. for audio video equipment for the Council Chamber
- Authorize $201,757 purchase order to RDO Equipment Co. for a Vermeer wood chipper and stump grinder
- Authorize $185,639 purchase order to Long Beach BMW Motorcycles for six BMW RT-P motorcycles
The City Council adopted a zoning map amendment for East Garry Avenue and approved a first reading of a broad zoning ordinance update. The Council also renewed a contract for immigration legal defense services and authorized the condemnation of a property on South Halladay Street.
- Adopted zoning map amendment for 1700, 1720, and 1740 East Garry Avenue from Professional to Light Industrial (6-0-1-0)
- Approved $400,000 contract for Immigrant Defenders Law Center and directed an RFP for a second AAPI service provider (6-0-0-1)
- Approved first reading of ordinance to disestablish Downtown Santa Ana Business Improvement District (7-0-0-0)
- Authorized condemnation of real property at 2245 South Halladay Street (6-0-0-1)
- Approved first reading of Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2022-03 as amended (7-0-0-0)
- Approved $185,639 purchase of six BMW RT-P motorcycles (7-0-0-0)
- Appointed 8 mayoral representatives to various boards and commissions (7-0-0-0)
- Directed staff to retain an Independent Oversight Director via professional services agreement