1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:01:27,800 2 00:01:27,800 --> 00:01:29,160 Test, test, one, two. 3 00:01:29,160 --> 00:01:51,880 4 00:01:51,880 --> 00:01:54,440 Testing, one, two. 5 00:01:54,440 --> 00:10:56,870 6 00:10:56,870 --> 00:10:57,970 Hope we got it like that. 7 00:10:57,970 --> 00:10:59,730 Test test, one, two, one, two. 8 00:10:59,730 --> 00:11:53,910 9 00:11:53,910 --> 00:11:54,550 Test. 10 00:11:54,550 --> 00:15:05,187 11 00:15:05,187 --> 00:15:06,520 And then you have the button Raise Hand, 12 00:15:06,520 --> 00:15:07,900 Lower Hand there too. 13 00:15:07,900 --> 00:15:14,880 14 00:15:14,880 --> 00:15:15,540 Thank you. 15 00:15:15,540 --> 00:15:44,800 16 00:15:44,800 --> 00:15:46,540 One, two, test. 17 00:15:46,540 --> 00:20:27,370 18 00:20:27,370 --> 00:20:28,350 Good evening. 19 00:20:28,350 --> 00:20:29,890 I'd like to call the regular meeting 20 00:20:29,890 --> 00:20:32,810 of La Palma City Council, Tuesday, August 4, 2026 21 00:20:32,810 --> 00:20:33,710 to order. 22 00:20:33,710 --> 00:20:35,430 We are going to go to closed session, 23 00:20:35,430 --> 00:20:40,130 and I'm going to pass it to our legal counsel to have 24 00:20:40,130 --> 00:20:41,810 our closed session items. 25 00:20:41,810 --> 00:20:42,690 Thank you, Mayor. 26 00:20:42,690 --> 00:20:44,370 We're going to meet in closed session 27 00:20:44,370 --> 00:20:47,310 to discuss two items, as listed on the agenda. 28 00:20:47,310 --> 00:20:50,250 The first is CS-1, conference with legal counsel, existing 29 00:20:50,250 --> 00:20:53,370 litigation, pursuant to paragraph 1 of subdivision 30 00:20:53,370 --> 00:20:58,150 d of California Government Code, Section 54956.9. 31 00:20:58,150 --> 00:21:01,330 The name of the case is Misty Torres versus City of La Palma. 32 00:21:01,330 --> 00:21:13,570 The case number is OCSC 30-2026-01561451-CU-OE-NJC. 33 00:21:13,570 --> 00:21:16,630 And the second item is CS-2, conference with legal counsel, 34 00:21:16,630 --> 00:21:20,250 anticipated litigation, initiation of litigation, 35 00:21:20,250 --> 00:21:22,290 pursuant to paragraph 4 of subdivision 36 00:21:22,290 --> 00:21:27,310 d of California Government Code Section 54956.9. 37 00:21:27,310 --> 00:21:30,890 The number of potential cases there is one. 38 00:21:30,890 --> 00:21:32,690 Thank you, City Attorney. 39 00:21:32,690 --> 00:21:34,750 I'll be calling for public comments at this time. 40 00:21:34,750 --> 00:21:36,490 I will begin with anyone that would like to speak 41 00:21:36,490 --> 00:21:38,610 in the council chambers. 42 00:21:38,610 --> 00:21:40,390 Is there anybody here? 43 00:21:40,390 --> 00:21:40,890 No? 44 00:21:40,890 --> 00:21:41,390 OK. 45 00:21:41,390 --> 00:21:43,450 And then I will be calling now on anyone 46 00:21:43,450 --> 00:21:44,970 that is joining telephonically. 47 00:21:44,970 --> 00:21:46,250 City Clerk, do we have-- 48 00:21:46,250 --> 00:21:47,590 Madam Clerk, do we have anybody? 49 00:21:47,590 --> 00:21:49,630 We have no members joining telephonically at this time. 50 00:21:49,630 --> 00:21:52,030 For those joining telephonically, 51 00:21:52,030 --> 00:21:52,910 please raise your hand. 52 00:21:52,910 --> 00:21:56,250 And at this time, press 9 or raise your hand button 53 00:21:56,250 --> 00:21:57,390 at the bottom of your screen. 54 00:21:57,390 --> 00:21:59,390 But Madam Clerk said we don't have anybody. 55 00:21:59,390 --> 00:22:00,570 We have no one. 56 00:22:00,570 --> 00:22:03,290 OK, thank you. 57 00:22:03,290 --> 00:22:05,990 I'm going to recess into closed session. 58 00:22:05,990 --> 00:25:42,580 59 00:25:42,580 --> 00:25:43,740 We'll turn this on. 60 00:25:43,740 --> 00:25:45,580 We're here for the regular meeting of La Palma City 61 00:25:45,580 --> 00:25:49,160 Council, Tuesday, August 4, 2026, which we started at 6 62 00:25:49,160 --> 00:25:51,160 o'clock for closed session. 63 00:25:51,160 --> 00:25:54,580 I'm going to pass it to our city attorney first. 64 00:25:54,580 --> 00:25:55,580 Thank you, Mayor. 65 00:25:55,580 --> 00:25:59,180 The council met in closed session on items CS-1 and CS-2, 66 00:25:59,180 --> 00:26:00,980 as listed on the agenda. 67 00:26:00,980 --> 00:26:04,680 There's no reportable action from either of the two items. 68 00:26:04,680 --> 00:26:07,420 That concludes my closed session report. 69 00:26:07,420 --> 00:26:08,860 Thank you, City Attorney. 70 00:26:08,860 --> 00:26:11,000 We are going to go to the Pledge of Allegiance, 71 00:26:11,000 --> 00:26:14,580 led by Council Member Waldman, and then the invocation 72 00:26:14,580 --> 00:26:19,220 by Saint Irenaeus Catholic Church Father Mark Cruz. 73 00:26:19,220 --> 00:26:21,320 Please stand and remain standing. 74 00:26:21,320 --> 00:26:23,860 75 00:26:23,860 --> 00:26:26,380 Place your right hand over your heart or a salute. 76 00:26:26,380 --> 00:26:28,180 Please begin. 77 00:26:28,180 --> 00:26:33,220 I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America 78 00:26:33,220 --> 00:26:38,020 and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, 79 00:26:38,020 --> 00:26:41,200 indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. 80 00:26:41,200 --> 00:26:53,140 81 00:26:53,140 --> 00:26:55,800 O living God, as we begin this city council meeting, 82 00:26:55,800 --> 00:26:58,560 we ask you to pour out your gifts of wisdom, 83 00:26:58,560 --> 00:27:01,100 compassion, and integrity and peace 84 00:27:01,100 --> 00:27:02,640 upon all who are gathered here. 85 00:27:02,640 --> 00:27:07,240 We entrust to your loving care Mayor Nitesh Patel, Mayor Pro 86 00:27:07,240 --> 00:27:11,340 Tem Debbie Baker, Council Members Mark Waldman, Janet Keo 87 00:27:11,340 --> 00:27:13,990 Conklin, and Vikesh Patel, together 88 00:27:13,990 --> 00:27:17,190 with the city staff and all who serve the people of La Palma. 89 00:27:17,190 --> 00:27:18,910 Guide them in their deliberations, 90 00:27:18,910 --> 00:27:21,030 that every decision may promote the common good 91 00:27:21,030 --> 00:27:23,510 and advance the well-being of all who live, 92 00:27:23,510 --> 00:27:27,190 work, study, and do business in this community. 93 00:27:27,190 --> 00:27:30,170 Bless this evening's discussion with respectful dialogue, 94 00:27:30,170 --> 00:27:32,790 thoughtful discernment, and a shared commitment 95 00:27:32,790 --> 00:27:36,350 to what is true, just, and beneficial for all, 96 00:27:36,350 --> 00:27:39,070 especially those who are most vulnerable. 97 00:27:39,070 --> 00:27:42,330 Protect our law enforcement officers, firefighters, 98 00:27:42,330 --> 00:27:44,510 emergency responders, health care 99 00:27:44,510 --> 00:27:47,070 workers, educators, and all who faithfully 100 00:27:47,070 --> 00:27:49,270 serve others each day. 101 00:27:49,270 --> 00:27:51,810 Strengthen the bonds that unite this community. 102 00:27:51,810 --> 00:27:53,830 Inspire us to care for one another 103 00:27:53,830 --> 00:27:55,710 with kindness and respect. 104 00:27:55,710 --> 00:27:59,750 And help us become faithful stewards of the many blessings 105 00:27:59,750 --> 00:28:01,470 entrusted to us. 106 00:28:01,470 --> 00:28:04,670 May our efforts today contribute to a future filled 107 00:28:04,670 --> 00:28:06,950 with hope, peace, and opportunity 108 00:28:06,950 --> 00:28:09,470 for every resident of La Palma. 109 00:28:09,470 --> 00:28:12,070 We ask this in Your holy name. 110 00:28:12,070 --> 00:28:12,790 Amen. 111 00:28:12,790 --> 00:28:17,670 112 00:28:17,670 --> 00:28:19,390 Thank you. 113 00:28:19,390 --> 00:28:21,390 Madam Clerk, can we have roll call, please? 114 00:28:21,390 --> 00:28:24,410 Thank you, Mayor. 115 00:28:24,410 --> 00:28:25,710 Council Member Keo Conklin. 116 00:28:25,710 --> 00:28:26,270 Here. 117 00:28:26,270 --> 00:28:29,110 Council Member V. Patel. 118 00:28:29,110 --> 00:28:31,350 Council Member Mark Waldman. 119 00:28:31,350 --> 00:28:32,190 Here. 120 00:28:32,190 --> 00:28:34,150 Mayor Pro Tem Debbie Baker. 121 00:28:34,150 --> 00:28:34,830 Here. 122 00:28:34,830 --> 00:28:36,150 Mayor N. Patel. 123 00:28:36,150 --> 00:28:36,670 Here. 124 00:28:36,670 --> 00:28:38,890 Mayor, we have a quorum with all members present. 125 00:28:38,890 --> 00:28:40,070 Thank you. 126 00:28:40,070 --> 00:28:42,010 We're going to move on to presentations, 127 00:28:42,010 --> 00:28:43,930 and I'm going to come down for the presentations. 128 00:28:43,930 --> 00:29:03,230 129 00:29:03,230 --> 00:29:04,170 Thank you. 130 00:29:04,170 --> 00:29:06,610 What I would like to do is, first and foremost, 131 00:29:06,610 --> 00:29:07,870 bring up the Community Activities 132 00:29:07,870 --> 00:29:09,290 and Beautification Committee. 133 00:29:09,290 --> 00:29:12,390 134 00:29:12,390 --> 00:29:14,210 I love doing these presentations. 135 00:29:14,210 --> 00:29:18,510 However, I'm going to pass this one on to our committee that 136 00:29:18,510 --> 00:29:20,890 handles the Home Spotlight Award, 137 00:29:20,890 --> 00:29:24,950 and then I will speak after you're done. 138 00:29:24,950 --> 00:29:25,490 Good evening. 139 00:29:25,490 --> 00:29:31,150 This is the CAB Committee, Community 140 00:29:31,150 --> 00:29:32,950 Activities and Beautification. 141 00:29:32,950 --> 00:29:33,910 CAB. 142 00:29:33,910 --> 00:29:39,050 Ms. Valerie Bourdeaux, Ms. Janelle Frese. 143 00:29:39,050 --> 00:29:40,250 This is the vice chair. 144 00:29:40,250 --> 00:29:41,410 And I am Mary Paningsoro. 145 00:29:41,410 --> 00:29:43,150 I'm the chair this year. 146 00:29:43,150 --> 00:29:47,270 Bobby Parkjitta, Alta Duke. 147 00:29:47,270 --> 00:29:50,070 And this evening, the City of La Palma 148 00:29:50,070 --> 00:29:53,630 proudly congratulates Michael and LaTanya Darensburg 149 00:29:53,630 --> 00:29:57,350 of 4941 Borrego Drive on being selected 150 00:29:57,350 --> 00:30:02,870 as the recipient of the 2026 Fall Home Spotlight Award. 151 00:30:02,870 --> 00:30:05,750 The Darensburgs have proudly called La Palma home for more 152 00:30:05,750 --> 00:30:08,990 than 32 years, and their pride of ownership 153 00:30:08,990 --> 00:30:12,030 is evident in every detail of their beautiful Borrego 154 00:30:12,030 --> 00:30:15,190 Drive residence. 155 00:30:15,190 --> 00:30:18,870 I'd like to add that over the past several years, 156 00:30:18,870 --> 00:30:21,990 they have completed a remarkable transformation of their home and 157 00:30:21,990 --> 00:30:24,510 property, both inside and out. 158 00:30:24,510 --> 00:30:26,930 Improvements include a new roof with solar panels, 159 00:30:26,930 --> 00:30:30,070 beautifully updated landscaping, decorative brick pavers 160 00:30:30,070 --> 00:30:33,390 for the driveway and walkways, and a complete renovation 161 00:30:33,390 --> 00:30:35,630 of the backyard and pool area, creating 162 00:30:35,630 --> 00:30:38,150 an inviting outdoor space that is perfectly suited 163 00:30:38,150 --> 00:30:39,810 for Southern California living. 164 00:30:39,810 --> 00:30:46,310 165 00:30:46,310 --> 00:30:50,270 Their commitment to sustainability, exceptional curb 166 00:30:50,270 --> 00:30:56,070 appeal, and community pride has made their home a true gem 167 00:30:56,070 --> 00:30:59,750 on Borrego Drive and a shining example 168 00:30:59,750 --> 00:31:02,710 of the beauty and the character that 169 00:31:02,710 --> 00:31:05,270 define La Palma's neighborhood. 170 00:31:05,270 --> 00:31:10,630 At this time, we would like to invite 2026 Fall Home 171 00:31:10,630 --> 00:31:14,270 Spotlight Award winners Michael and LaTanya 172 00:31:14,270 --> 00:31:16,090 Darensburg to join us. 173 00:31:16,090 --> 00:31:24,390 174 00:31:24,390 --> 00:31:28,550 And now, on behalf of the City of La Palma and the Community 175 00:31:28,550 --> 00:31:30,990 Activities and Beautification Committee, 176 00:31:30,990 --> 00:31:34,630 it is our deep pleasure to present this certificate 177 00:31:34,630 --> 00:31:37,390 to Michael and LaTanya Darensburgs 178 00:31:37,390 --> 00:31:41,110 in recognition of this well-deserved honor. 179 00:31:41,110 --> 00:31:43,610 Join us in congratulating them again, please. 180 00:31:43,610 --> 00:31:50,670 181 00:31:50,670 --> 00:31:51,230 Thank you. 182 00:31:51,230 --> 00:31:55,930 On behalf of our city council and our community, 183 00:31:55,930 --> 00:31:59,470 the pride of joy is having ownership 184 00:31:59,470 --> 00:32:03,790 and making sure our community stays beautiful 185 00:32:03,790 --> 00:32:06,060 and thus the beautification. 186 00:32:06,060 --> 00:32:07,060 So you're getting this award. 187 00:32:07,060 --> 00:32:09,060 When I look at your picture from the outset, 188 00:32:09,060 --> 00:32:11,660 I'm kind of jealous because my driveway should look like that, 189 00:32:11,660 --> 00:32:12,460 but it doesn't. 190 00:32:12,460 --> 00:32:14,340 It just looks like that in my dreams. 191 00:32:14,340 --> 00:32:15,980 But great job. 192 00:32:15,980 --> 00:32:17,060 Love the roof tiles. 193 00:32:17,060 --> 00:32:20,960 I bet you it's as equally beautiful inside. 194 00:32:20,960 --> 00:32:22,020 So well done. 195 00:32:22,020 --> 00:32:24,960 I know it takes time, effort, money, investment. 196 00:32:24,960 --> 00:32:28,360 And thank you for making sure that you are 197 00:32:28,360 --> 00:32:30,420 a model house for your block. 198 00:32:30,420 --> 00:32:33,040 So thank you very much for that. 199 00:32:33,040 --> 00:32:33,760 I know we have-- 200 00:32:33,760 --> 00:32:36,480 I want to present these other certificates 201 00:32:36,480 --> 00:32:41,880 from our dignitaries, which our supervisor Janet Nguyen. 202 00:32:41,880 --> 00:32:48,360 Then we have Assembly Member Sharon Quirk-Silva and also 203 00:32:48,360 --> 00:32:53,720 State Senator Tony Strickland congratulating 204 00:32:53,720 --> 00:32:55,080 you for your beautiful home. 205 00:32:55,080 --> 00:32:56,780 So I'd like to present these to you too. 206 00:32:56,780 --> 00:32:59,040 And then we're going to take a picture. 207 00:32:59,040 --> 00:33:00,940 Right here, Jason is going to take a picture. 208 00:33:00,940 --> 00:33:12,560 209 00:33:12,560 --> 00:33:16,600 I'm going to pass it to you if you'd like to say a few words. 210 00:33:16,600 --> 00:33:17,540 Yeah, I'll give it to you. 211 00:33:17,540 --> 00:33:20,520 212 00:33:20,520 --> 00:33:26,400 It's been a wonderful 32 years we've been here in La Palma. 213 00:33:26,400 --> 00:33:28,560 Just want to say one little thing. 214 00:33:28,560 --> 00:33:31,200 When we first moved here-- 215 00:33:31,200 --> 00:33:32,560 I'm from New Orleans. 216 00:33:32,560 --> 00:33:36,400 She was born in New Orleans, but I spent most of my time. 217 00:33:36,400 --> 00:33:39,180 And I happened to notice across the highway, 218 00:33:39,180 --> 00:33:45,440 across Houston Avenue, there's a little section that 219 00:33:45,440 --> 00:33:47,380 has the French Quarter streets in it, 220 00:33:47,380 --> 00:33:50,180 the name of the French Quarter, Dauphine and Burgundy. 221 00:33:50,180 --> 00:33:52,380 And I was blown away. 222 00:33:52,380 --> 00:33:55,180 I'm like, out of all the places I moved in California, 223 00:33:55,180 --> 00:33:59,000 I find a spot with the French Quarter, with the homes, 224 00:33:59,000 --> 00:33:59,920 with the streets. 225 00:33:59,920 --> 00:34:03,760 So that kind of have helped me to realize that I'm 226 00:34:03,760 --> 00:34:06,180 moving in the right spot. 227 00:34:06,180 --> 00:34:10,120 And it's been pleasant living here over the past 32 228 00:34:10,120 --> 00:34:12,199 years, great community. 229 00:34:12,199 --> 00:34:16,239 And we appreciate the recognition. 230 00:34:16,239 --> 00:34:17,679 Thank you. 231 00:34:17,679 --> 00:34:24,000 That's a great story of how you moved into La Palma. 232 00:34:24,000 --> 00:34:25,739 Mine was I couldn't afford it in Cerritos, 233 00:34:25,739 --> 00:34:27,500 so there was the next street down, 234 00:34:27,500 --> 00:34:29,360 they said, oh, you could probably afford it here, 235 00:34:29,360 --> 00:34:30,940 when I bought 25 years ago. 236 00:34:30,940 --> 00:34:34,880 So I love to see that it brought back some of your New Orleans 237 00:34:34,880 --> 00:34:36,000 to you. 238 00:34:36,000 --> 00:34:36,760 Thank you. 239 00:34:36,760 --> 00:34:37,420 Thank you again. 240 00:34:37,420 --> 00:34:38,860 Congratulations. 241 00:34:38,860 --> 00:35:15,360 242 00:35:15,360 --> 00:35:18,600 So this one is really special. 243 00:35:18,600 --> 00:35:21,640 You always hear of the American Red Cross, 244 00:35:21,640 --> 00:35:23,860 and you see what they do. 245 00:35:23,860 --> 00:35:28,780 And you usually see them on TV, right, where I hope-- 246 00:35:28,780 --> 00:35:30,600 I mean, I don't mean this in a bad way-- 247 00:35:30,600 --> 00:35:33,540 I don't want to have American Red Cross in my city. 248 00:35:33,540 --> 00:35:35,320 That means something's going on. 249 00:35:35,320 --> 00:35:39,720 But if something is going on, it's American Red Cross 250 00:35:39,720 --> 00:35:41,380 that we would want in our city. 251 00:35:41,380 --> 00:35:44,160 So can you please come up here so I can share our story 252 00:35:44,160 --> 00:35:47,320 and share the proclamation and the certificates 253 00:35:47,320 --> 00:35:48,820 to each and every one of you? 254 00:35:48,820 --> 00:35:51,640 255 00:35:51,640 --> 00:35:54,880 Becky Barb, everyone that I got to meet-- 256 00:35:54,880 --> 00:35:56,560 everyone heard of the Garden Grove incident 257 00:35:56,560 --> 00:35:58,930 that happened recently, right? 258 00:35:58,930 --> 00:36:04,750 And that incident affected so many cities nearby-- 259 00:36:04,750 --> 00:36:07,810 Stanton, Cypress, Garden Grove. 260 00:36:07,810 --> 00:36:10,270 And shelters were being opened. 261 00:36:10,270 --> 00:36:12,890 I have the privilege and honor of serving as the vice chair 262 00:36:12,890 --> 00:36:15,250 of Orange County Fire Authority, which 263 00:36:15,250 --> 00:36:17,850 I was at the command center every day 264 00:36:17,850 --> 00:36:19,970 getting briefings of what's going on. 265 00:36:19,970 --> 00:36:22,710 And I think it was about 3 o'clock-- where's Barb? 266 00:36:22,710 --> 00:36:23,490 There we go. 267 00:36:23,490 --> 00:36:25,930 At 3 o'clock, with the assistance 268 00:36:25,930 --> 00:36:29,490 of-- with the help of our police, they came to us 269 00:36:29,490 --> 00:36:34,210 and said that they're having a difficult time opening shelters. 270 00:36:34,210 --> 00:36:36,550 And I was like, that's a no-brainer. 271 00:36:36,550 --> 00:36:38,110 We should be doing something like that. 272 00:36:38,110 --> 00:36:43,490 Because in time of need, this is what we do. 273 00:36:43,490 --> 00:36:46,530 If you're an elected official, if you're 274 00:36:46,530 --> 00:36:50,850 going to use your relationships or that, 275 00:36:50,850 --> 00:36:53,570 you got to use it for the better purpose of our community. 276 00:36:53,570 --> 00:36:57,850 And working with Barb, Anaheim Union School District, Nancy 277 00:36:57,850 --> 00:37:01,770 Nien, Assistant Superintendent, we got her on the phone, 278 00:37:01,770 --> 00:37:05,050 we started the process at 3 o'clock that day. 279 00:37:05,050 --> 00:37:08,810 Our first shelter, with the help with our police, 280 00:37:08,810 --> 00:37:10,850 our city manager was out there. 281 00:37:10,850 --> 00:37:14,130 At 1:00 AM, we welcomed the first 282 00:37:14,130 --> 00:37:16,810 group of people to our shelter. 283 00:37:16,810 --> 00:37:22,930 And this is where you see the true work that American Red 284 00:37:22,930 --> 00:37:25,730 Cross is doing because I think-- what did we have, 285 00:37:25,730 --> 00:37:29,370 over 150 people at the center? 286 00:37:29,370 --> 00:37:31,570 And some of them didn't want to go after everything was done 287 00:37:31,570 --> 00:37:35,050 because they felt like it was the best center 288 00:37:35,050 --> 00:37:36,870 from all the centers opened up. 289 00:37:36,870 --> 00:37:38,890 Others opened up afterwards. 290 00:37:38,890 --> 00:37:41,810 But to be the leading experience of having a shelter 291 00:37:41,810 --> 00:37:45,530 with the backing of the American Red Cross, 292 00:37:45,530 --> 00:37:48,090 it just made things easier for people going 293 00:37:48,090 --> 00:37:50,170 through such a difficult time. 294 00:37:50,170 --> 00:37:53,950 What's more important is that we all got to serve, 295 00:37:53,950 --> 00:37:57,930 and we all got to learn what the American Red Cross does. 296 00:37:57,930 --> 00:38:00,810 Let's give them a big round of applause for everything 297 00:38:00,810 --> 00:38:01,590 that they do. 298 00:38:01,590 --> 00:38:04,130 299 00:38:04,130 --> 00:38:07,730 I'm going to read this proclamation 300 00:38:07,730 --> 00:38:10,290 and present it on behalf of our council. 301 00:38:10,290 --> 00:38:13,530 Whereas the American Red Cross was founded more than 140 years 302 00:38:13,530 --> 00:38:17,870 ago by one of the most honored women in America's history, 303 00:38:17,870 --> 00:38:21,330 Clara Barton, the American Red Cross 304 00:38:21,330 --> 00:38:23,510 has led with compassion and care, 305 00:38:23,510 --> 00:38:26,730 assisting neighbors and fellow Americans to provide a beacon 306 00:38:26,730 --> 00:38:29,370 of hope for those in need. 307 00:38:29,370 --> 00:38:31,490 Whereas American Red Cross workers 308 00:38:31,490 --> 00:38:35,410 perform heroic acts of service across the United States 309 00:38:35,410 --> 00:38:38,130 and abroad and the dedication of the American Red 310 00:38:38,130 --> 00:38:42,050 Cross, an example of the embodiment of the generosity 311 00:38:42,050 --> 00:38:44,010 of the American spirit and resolve 312 00:38:44,010 --> 00:38:46,850 to lend them a helping hand. 313 00:38:46,850 --> 00:38:51,370 Whereas the American Red Cross makes life-saving differences 314 00:38:51,370 --> 00:38:55,690 in people's darkest hours, whether it's delivering shelter, 315 00:38:55,690 --> 00:38:59,690 food, and comfort during disasters, 316 00:38:59,690 --> 00:39:03,410 providing critical blood donations for hospital patients 317 00:39:03,410 --> 00:39:08,090 or saving lives with first aid, and provide CPR and other skills 318 00:39:08,090 --> 00:39:11,090 to local communities in Orange County and abroad. 319 00:39:11,090 --> 00:39:15,050 Whereas American Red Cross Orange County has provided 320 00:39:15,050 --> 00:39:18,350 several services and programs throughout the country, 321 00:39:18,350 --> 00:39:22,370 including supporting more than 3,900 volunteers and responding 322 00:39:22,370 --> 00:39:27,170 to more than 130 local disasters and helping 194 323 00:39:27,170 --> 00:39:30,530 affected by disasters in 2025. 324 00:39:30,530 --> 00:39:34,670 Whereas during the May 2026 Garden Grove hazmat incident, 325 00:39:34,670 --> 00:39:36,810 the American Red Cross Orange County 326 00:39:36,810 --> 00:39:42,290 pulled together an outstanding group of volunteers 327 00:39:42,290 --> 00:39:46,010 and stood up a shelter for displaced members 328 00:39:46,010 --> 00:39:49,210 of the greater community in the surrounding cities. 329 00:39:49,210 --> 00:39:51,650 Now, therefore, be it proclaimed that the City Council 330 00:39:51,650 --> 00:39:55,920 of the City of La Palma hereby commends the American Red Cross 331 00:39:55,920 --> 00:40:00,860 Orange County for their time, kindness, heroic efforts 332 00:40:00,860 --> 00:40:04,060 during the Garden Grove hazmat incident, 333 00:40:04,060 --> 00:40:06,340 which brought critical support and fostered 334 00:40:06,340 --> 00:40:08,100 unity in our community. 335 00:40:08,100 --> 00:40:10,020 Again, I commend you all. 336 00:40:10,020 --> 00:40:11,240 I'm grateful to you. 337 00:40:11,240 --> 00:40:14,180 And we strive to be leaders and volunteers like you 338 00:40:14,180 --> 00:40:17,300 because I know how many of you sacrificed your nights 339 00:40:17,300 --> 00:40:18,940 and evenings and days. 340 00:40:18,940 --> 00:40:21,900 And people that were frustrated, you treated 341 00:40:21,900 --> 00:40:24,020 them with love and compassion. 342 00:40:24,020 --> 00:40:26,980 And every time we came to the center, 343 00:40:26,980 --> 00:40:29,340 even our first responders or anyone, 344 00:40:29,340 --> 00:40:32,380 they said that everyone is so nice. 345 00:40:32,380 --> 00:40:35,000 And times like that, people get frustrated, 346 00:40:35,000 --> 00:40:38,200 yet you still treated them with kindness and love. 347 00:40:38,200 --> 00:40:40,200 And that is what La Palma is about. 348 00:40:40,200 --> 00:40:42,200 And thank you so much for doing that. 349 00:40:42,200 --> 00:40:43,360 I'm going to present this to you. 350 00:40:43,360 --> 00:40:45,150 Thank you again. 351 00:40:45,150 --> 00:40:46,600 I'm going to shake your hand. 352 00:40:46,600 --> 00:40:48,180 Let's give them a big round of applause 353 00:40:48,180 --> 00:40:49,640 again for everything they do. 354 00:40:49,640 --> 00:40:53,500 355 00:40:53,500 --> 00:40:56,507 I have certificates for all of you here. 356 00:40:56,507 --> 00:40:57,840 I'm going to mix up the names right now, 357 00:40:57,840 --> 00:40:59,200 but we can take a picture. 358 00:40:59,200 --> 00:41:02,120 So I'm just going to give them to you right now. 359 00:41:02,120 --> 00:41:05,420 360 00:41:05,420 --> 00:41:09,660 Barb, you just came perfectly in that order. 361 00:41:09,660 --> 00:41:11,520 So if we could take a quick picture. 362 00:41:11,520 --> 00:41:23,500 363 00:41:23,500 --> 00:41:26,820 And before I give it over to Becky, 364 00:41:26,820 --> 00:41:31,700 we were the model shelter that Senator Adam 365 00:41:31,700 --> 00:41:37,060 Schiff came to our center versus any other shelters 366 00:41:37,060 --> 00:41:38,100 to look at it. 367 00:41:38,100 --> 00:41:41,660 And to have a senator of the United States 368 00:41:41,660 --> 00:41:45,700 come to see what La Palma and Red Cross had put 369 00:41:45,700 --> 00:41:47,440 together, I think that was a big deal, 370 00:41:47,440 --> 00:41:49,200 and with Congressman Derek Tran. 371 00:41:49,200 --> 00:41:51,860 It's a big deal to see something like that, 372 00:41:51,860 --> 00:41:54,800 that we are the model for all the shelters that was going on. 373 00:41:54,800 --> 00:41:56,880 So again, that's a big kudos to you guys. 374 00:41:56,880 --> 00:42:01,700 375 00:42:01,700 --> 00:42:04,140 Thank you so much, Mayor Patel. 376 00:42:04,140 --> 00:42:06,580 So our Memorial Day weekend didn't quite 377 00:42:06,580 --> 00:42:09,580 go how everybody was planning. 378 00:42:09,580 --> 00:42:12,100 Thousands of families had to leave 379 00:42:12,100 --> 00:42:13,880 their homes with no notice. 380 00:42:13,880 --> 00:42:18,140 And we, in the course of-- very quickly, with the support 381 00:42:18,140 --> 00:42:20,780 of our government partners, stood up eight emergency 382 00:42:20,780 --> 00:42:24,860 shelters at seven sites within 48 hours here in Orange County. 383 00:42:24,860 --> 00:42:28,700 Over 1,400 people sought emergency shelter in those 384 00:42:28,700 --> 00:42:30,920 shelters and, with our incredible partners, 385 00:42:30,920 --> 00:42:34,120 served over 28,000 meals and snacks over that weekend. 386 00:42:34,120 --> 00:42:36,620 So I want to thank you for recognizing 387 00:42:36,620 --> 00:42:39,360 our incredible volunteers who are up here with me. 388 00:42:39,360 --> 00:42:40,760 They make the work possible. 389 00:42:40,760 --> 00:42:44,420 We had 280 volunteers that showed up for our community 390 00:42:44,420 --> 00:42:45,860 when they needed it. 391 00:42:45,860 --> 00:42:49,780 And I want to say a huge thank you to the City of La Palma. 392 00:42:49,780 --> 00:42:53,060 I was on the phone on Saturday morning I think at 7:00 AM with 393 00:42:53,060 --> 00:42:58,420 your city manager, offering to support with a meal for those 394 00:42:58,420 --> 00:43:00,500 impacted by the shelter. 395 00:43:00,500 --> 00:43:02,300 We can't do it without our partnerships. 396 00:43:02,300 --> 00:43:04,380 And having those spaces available 397 00:43:04,380 --> 00:43:06,180 where people can get that comfort and care 398 00:43:06,180 --> 00:43:07,640 is unbelievable. 399 00:43:07,640 --> 00:43:09,420 So I actually have a certificate for the city 400 00:43:09,420 --> 00:43:12,060 as well in our appreciation. 401 00:43:12,060 --> 00:43:14,140 Yes, thank you. 402 00:43:14,140 --> 00:43:17,180 Thanks, Barb. 403 00:43:17,180 --> 00:43:18,460 Just for your partnership. 404 00:43:18,460 --> 00:43:21,020 Again, times of disaster really highlights 405 00:43:21,020 --> 00:43:24,380 that it's the lift of the entire community to be there for when 406 00:43:24,380 --> 00:43:25,560 people need it the most. 407 00:43:25,560 --> 00:43:28,220 And so we just want to thank you for your partnership 408 00:43:28,220 --> 00:43:29,000 and support. 409 00:43:29,000 --> 00:43:37,740 410 00:43:37,740 --> 00:43:38,560 I'll give you this. 411 00:43:38,560 --> 00:43:39,780 I'll take this. 412 00:43:39,780 --> 00:43:43,220 One thing about Barb, she was on vacation 413 00:43:43,220 --> 00:43:45,530 while she helped us put all this together, 414 00:43:45,530 --> 00:43:47,670 I think in Colorado, if I'm correct. 415 00:43:47,670 --> 00:43:48,670 Oh, Utah, see? 416 00:43:48,670 --> 00:43:49,890 Neighboring state. 417 00:43:49,890 --> 00:43:51,490 It's not La Palma. 418 00:43:51,490 --> 00:43:56,210 But 1:00 AM for us here, that means it was what time there? 419 00:43:56,210 --> 00:43:56,910 2:00. 420 00:43:56,910 --> 00:43:59,450 So she was still there, taking our calls. 421 00:43:59,450 --> 00:44:02,030 And I was surprised at 1:00 AM, someone taking our calls. 422 00:44:02,030 --> 00:44:03,050 So thank you. 423 00:44:03,050 --> 00:44:06,350 And a big shout out to Pepe's, our local restaurant 424 00:44:06,350 --> 00:44:07,690 that just opened up. 425 00:44:07,690 --> 00:44:11,370 The first meals were provided by them free of cost. 426 00:44:11,370 --> 00:44:16,390 I called to buy them, and the owner refused to take my money. 427 00:44:16,390 --> 00:44:19,230 And I put the order in and everything, 428 00:44:19,230 --> 00:44:21,950 going there to go pick them up to pay, and he said no. 429 00:44:21,950 --> 00:44:25,330 So that just shows that when everyone works together, 430 00:44:25,330 --> 00:44:26,610 what we can accomplish. 431 00:44:26,610 --> 00:44:30,850 And I'd like to recognize Pepe's too for making that happen. 432 00:44:30,850 --> 00:44:32,050 So thank you. 433 00:44:32,050 --> 00:44:35,030 Thank you very much. 434 00:44:35,030 --> 00:44:35,910 Oh, you do? 435 00:44:35,910 --> 00:44:36,570 OK, great. 436 00:44:36,570 --> 00:44:37,670 Thank you so much. 437 00:44:37,670 --> 00:44:38,610 Well, thank you so much. 438 00:44:38,610 --> 00:44:39,710 Appreciate it. 439 00:44:39,710 --> 00:44:40,410 Thank you. 440 00:44:40,410 --> 00:44:47,070 441 00:44:47,070 --> 00:44:49,750 [SIDE CONVERSATION] 442 00:44:49,750 --> 00:45:21,110 443 00:45:21,110 --> 00:45:25,110 So I'd like to bring Colby up. 444 00:45:25,110 --> 00:45:28,630 This is for our Volunteens and proclamations 445 00:45:28,630 --> 00:45:32,110 recognizing our 2026 camp volunteers, 446 00:45:32,110 --> 00:45:33,210 summer camp volunteers. 447 00:45:33,210 --> 00:45:35,270 Thank you, Colby. 448 00:45:35,270 --> 00:45:37,790 Good evening, Mayor Patel and members of City Council. 449 00:45:37,790 --> 00:45:40,230 My name is Colby Aeling, Recreation Coordinator. 450 00:45:40,230 --> 00:45:42,070 I had the pleasure of overseeing this year's 451 00:45:42,070 --> 00:45:45,670 Summer Volunteens program, which was once again a great success. 452 00:45:45,670 --> 00:45:49,910 This summer, 28 dedicated teens, ages 13 to 17, 453 00:45:49,910 --> 00:45:52,630 participated in the program, collectively volunteering 454 00:45:52,630 --> 00:45:55,790 over 2,800 hours of service. 455 00:45:55,790 --> 00:45:57,950 Their energy, enthusiasm, and commitment 456 00:45:57,950 --> 00:46:00,150 were instrumental in the smooth operation 457 00:46:00,150 --> 00:46:04,390 of La Palma Day Camp, Camp Tiny Tots, and various city events. 458 00:46:04,390 --> 00:46:05,970 In addition to their volunteer work, 459 00:46:05,970 --> 00:46:07,750 the Volunteens attended weekly meetings, 460 00:46:07,750 --> 00:46:10,550 where they gained valuable hands-on experience 461 00:46:10,550 --> 00:46:14,510 in leadership, communication, and professional responsibility, 462 00:46:14,510 --> 00:46:16,210 many for the very first time. 463 00:46:16,210 --> 00:46:21,310 464 00:46:21,310 --> 00:46:23,910 We'd also like to take a moment to thank the amazing camp 465 00:46:23,910 --> 00:46:26,610 counselors who worked closely with the Volunteens this summer. 466 00:46:26,610 --> 00:46:28,710 Their guidance, patience, and mentorship 467 00:46:28,710 --> 00:46:31,550 helped create a supportive and fun environment for our teens 468 00:46:31,550 --> 00:46:33,110 to thrive. 469 00:46:33,110 --> 00:46:36,350 We want to sincerely thank the City Council for your continued 470 00:46:36,350 --> 00:46:38,730 support of the Volunteens program 471 00:46:38,730 --> 00:46:40,510 and for investing in the development 472 00:46:40,510 --> 00:46:42,270 of our future leaders. 473 00:46:42,270 --> 00:46:45,390 At this time, I would like to invite Mayor Patel to assist 474 00:46:45,390 --> 00:46:47,110 in presenting completion certificates 475 00:46:47,110 --> 00:46:49,110 to each of our Volunteens. 476 00:46:49,110 --> 00:46:51,310 Thank you again for your support and for joining us 477 00:46:51,310 --> 00:46:53,150 in celebrating the accomplishments of these 478 00:46:53,150 --> 00:46:55,010 outstanding young individuals. 479 00:46:55,010 --> 00:47:01,150 480 00:47:01,150 --> 00:47:01,690 Thank you. 481 00:47:01,690 --> 00:47:05,750 And before we pass out the certificates, 482 00:47:05,750 --> 00:47:09,590 I believe that youth are our future leaders. 483 00:47:09,590 --> 00:47:11,870 And you all standing here, I know 484 00:47:11,870 --> 00:47:13,510 you're going to go to big colleges 485 00:47:13,510 --> 00:47:16,030 and you're going to go and make things happen, and some of you 486 00:47:16,030 --> 00:47:17,150 will come back. 487 00:47:17,150 --> 00:47:20,710 And I hope that you are sitting here one day leading our city. 488 00:47:20,710 --> 00:47:22,630 So we welcome you. 489 00:47:22,630 --> 00:47:25,230 But thank you for taking the time and effort 490 00:47:25,230 --> 00:47:27,830 and sacrificing your summer to be able to help. 491 00:47:27,830 --> 00:47:29,010 And it's a special group. 492 00:47:29,010 --> 00:47:30,930 You guys get to volunteer one person to speak. 493 00:47:30,930 --> 00:47:32,630 Who's that going to be? 494 00:47:32,630 --> 00:47:33,450 Look, I'm just joking. 495 00:47:33,450 --> 00:47:34,290 I'm just joking. 496 00:47:34,290 --> 00:47:35,450 Everyone looked away. 497 00:47:35,450 --> 00:47:38,410 Yeah, yeah, I heard you guys chatting away in the back, 498 00:47:38,410 --> 00:47:40,250 and then all of a sudden I ask you to speak, 499 00:47:40,250 --> 00:47:42,910 and you're like, look away. 500 00:47:42,910 --> 00:47:44,810 Well, thank you for everything you do. 501 00:47:44,810 --> 00:47:45,870 I'm going to pass out-- 502 00:47:45,870 --> 00:47:50,030 503 00:47:50,030 --> 00:47:57,610 Eddie [? Angio. ?] And parents, if you want to take pictures, 504 00:47:57,610 --> 00:47:59,290 you're more than welcome to. 505 00:47:59,290 --> 00:48:02,230 I'm that parent that takes pictures, so-- 506 00:48:02,230 --> 00:48:03,550 [SIDE CONVERSATION] 507 00:48:03,550 --> 00:48:08,950 508 00:48:08,950 --> 00:48:12,090 Naomi [? Angio. ?] Brother and sister, I like it. 509 00:48:12,090 --> 00:48:23,350 510 00:48:23,350 --> 00:48:24,850 Aubrey Arnold. 511 00:48:24,850 --> 00:48:35,310 512 00:48:35,310 --> 00:48:36,490 Mason Chang. 513 00:48:36,490 --> 00:48:45,280 514 00:48:45,280 --> 00:48:46,340 I'm not going to do the mic. 515 00:48:46,340 --> 00:48:49,200 516 00:48:49,200 --> 00:48:50,680 Anna [? Doe. ?] 517 00:48:50,680 --> 00:48:59,840 518 00:48:59,840 --> 00:49:03,280 [? Julianne ?] [? Enriquez. ?] 519 00:49:03,280 --> 00:49:03,780 Thank you. 520 00:49:03,780 --> 00:49:07,120 521 00:49:07,120 --> 00:49:08,520 Where are we looking? 522 00:49:08,520 --> 00:49:09,340 Oh, she's gone. 523 00:49:09,340 --> 00:49:10,320 She's left. 524 00:49:10,320 --> 00:49:12,040 Quick. 525 00:49:12,040 --> 00:49:13,960 [? Trish ?] [? Goyle. ?] 526 00:49:13,960 --> 00:49:16,820 [SIDE CONVERSATION] 527 00:49:16,820 --> 00:49:27,680 528 00:49:27,680 --> 00:49:29,840 [? Julianne ?] [? Helton. ?] 529 00:49:29,840 --> 00:49:32,995 [SIDE CONVERSATION] 530 00:49:32,995 --> 00:49:37,680 531 00:49:37,680 --> 00:49:39,760 Oh, she wants to go back too. 532 00:49:39,760 --> 00:49:40,860 She turned bright red. 533 00:49:40,860 --> 00:49:46,600 534 00:49:46,600 --> 00:49:47,780 [? Ariel Jane. ?] 535 00:49:47,780 --> 00:50:03,880 536 00:50:03,880 --> 00:50:04,880 Elaine Kim. 537 00:50:04,880 --> 00:50:07,480 538 00:50:07,480 --> 00:50:07,980 Thank you. 539 00:50:07,980 --> 00:50:12,960 540 00:50:12,960 --> 00:50:16,440 Elise [? Kwong. ?] 541 00:50:16,440 --> 00:50:17,560 Thank you so much. 542 00:50:17,560 --> 00:50:22,880 543 00:50:22,880 --> 00:50:24,020 Austin Lee. 544 00:50:24,020 --> 00:50:32,480 545 00:50:32,480 --> 00:50:33,620 Justin Lee. 546 00:50:33,620 --> 00:50:44,120 547 00:50:44,120 --> 00:50:47,020 Kyle [? Lyle. ?] I like it. 548 00:50:47,020 --> 00:50:47,780 You got good energy. 549 00:50:47,780 --> 00:50:57,560 550 00:50:57,560 --> 00:51:01,000 [? Malia ?] [? Lomatane. ?] 551 00:51:01,000 --> 00:51:01,500 Thank you. 552 00:51:01,500 --> 00:51:12,680 553 00:51:12,680 --> 00:51:13,860 [? Jason ?] Patel. 554 00:51:13,860 --> 00:51:16,460 555 00:51:16,460 --> 00:51:17,940 Look at your mom for the picture. 556 00:51:17,940 --> 00:51:24,200 557 00:51:24,200 --> 00:51:25,580 I embarrass my nephew. 558 00:51:25,580 --> 00:51:28,720 559 00:51:28,720 --> 00:51:30,420 Brianna [? Pascal. ?] 560 00:51:30,420 --> 00:51:36,840 561 00:51:36,840 --> 00:51:38,020 Aidan Perez. 562 00:51:38,020 --> 00:51:42,680 563 00:51:42,680 --> 00:51:44,660 [SIDE CONVERSATION] 564 00:51:44,660 --> 00:51:50,480 565 00:51:50,480 --> 00:51:53,200 Jasmine [? Plahy. ?] 566 00:51:53,200 --> 00:51:53,740 Thank you. 567 00:51:53,740 --> 00:52:00,400 568 00:52:00,400 --> 00:52:02,080 [? Aidan ?] [? Salas. ?] 569 00:52:02,080 --> 00:52:08,640 570 00:52:08,640 --> 00:52:12,240 [? Riley ?] [? Salas. ?] 571 00:52:12,240 --> 00:52:15,600 [SIDE CONVERSATION] 572 00:52:15,600 --> 00:52:24,000 573 00:52:24,000 --> 00:52:27,040 Liliana Sandoval. 574 00:52:27,040 --> 00:52:27,540 Thank you. 575 00:52:27,540 --> 00:52:34,210 576 00:52:34,210 --> 00:52:35,550 Jake Sato. 577 00:52:35,550 --> 00:52:43,010 578 00:52:43,010 --> 00:52:44,690 [? Mikaela ?] [? Vienna. ?] 579 00:52:44,690 --> 00:52:52,610 580 00:52:52,610 --> 00:52:54,250 Quinn [? Yason. ?] 581 00:52:54,250 --> 00:52:59,050 582 00:52:59,050 --> 00:53:01,790 Before we have them come up and take a picture, 583 00:53:01,790 --> 00:53:03,730 why don't we give the parents a big round of applause 584 00:53:03,730 --> 00:53:07,690 because you guys put a lot of time. 585 00:53:07,690 --> 00:53:10,370 Thank you very much for everything you do. 586 00:53:10,370 --> 00:53:11,590 Let's get a group picture. 587 00:53:11,590 --> 00:53:13,250 Come on up. 588 00:53:13,250 --> 00:53:14,990 And listen, you all are taller than me, 589 00:53:14,990 --> 00:53:16,150 so I gotta get in the front. 590 00:53:16,150 --> 00:53:19,450 591 00:53:19,450 --> 00:53:20,030 Come on, come on. 592 00:53:20,030 --> 00:53:23,376 We gotta move this way. 593 00:53:23,376 --> 00:53:26,750 [SIDE CONVERSATION] 594 00:53:26,750 --> 00:53:46,210 595 00:53:46,210 --> 00:53:49,090 Here we go, 1, 2, 3. 596 00:53:49,090 --> 00:53:49,990 1, 2, 3. 597 00:53:49,990 --> 00:54:05,890 598 00:54:05,890 --> 00:54:07,050 Mayor? 599 00:54:07,050 --> 00:54:08,410 Mayor? 600 00:54:08,410 --> 00:54:09,710 Hopefully we see some of you back. 601 00:54:09,710 --> 00:54:11,090 Excuse me, Mayor. 602 00:54:11,090 --> 00:54:11,850 Mayor. 603 00:54:11,850 --> 00:54:12,830 Mayor Patel. 604 00:54:12,830 --> 00:54:15,610 605 00:54:15,610 --> 00:54:18,610 I would like to just a little-- 606 00:54:18,610 --> 00:54:20,850 thank you for these kids. 607 00:54:20,850 --> 00:54:22,870 All of you volunteers, I just have to say, 608 00:54:22,870 --> 00:54:24,850 because I was there a few times at the park 609 00:54:24,850 --> 00:54:29,570 and just watching all of you interacting with the camp kids, 610 00:54:29,570 --> 00:54:31,430 you guys are really amazing. 611 00:54:31,430 --> 00:54:35,210 And it's such dedication because it's not an easy group 612 00:54:35,210 --> 00:54:36,350 to be working with. 613 00:54:36,350 --> 00:54:38,410 And thank you for you first timers 614 00:54:38,410 --> 00:54:41,850 and those of you that have come back to serve again. 615 00:54:41,850 --> 00:54:43,470 You guys are just really amazing. 616 00:54:43,470 --> 00:54:44,910 And thank you to all the parents. 617 00:54:44,910 --> 00:54:47,090 You've raised some really amazing students 618 00:54:47,090 --> 00:54:50,010 here, amazing teenagers. 619 00:54:50,010 --> 00:54:51,830 So just thank you for all of your service. 620 00:54:51,830 --> 00:54:53,310 It's really appreciated. 621 00:54:53,310 --> 00:54:56,090 622 00:54:56,090 --> 00:54:56,630 Thank you. 623 00:54:56,630 --> 00:54:58,750 When she was talking about the difficult kids, 624 00:54:58,750 --> 00:54:59,990 her grandkid was one of them. 625 00:54:59,990 --> 00:55:01,770 I'm joking, I'm joking, I'm joking. 626 00:55:01,770 --> 00:55:02,510 Thank you, guys. 627 00:55:02,510 --> 00:55:03,010 Thank you. 628 00:55:03,010 --> 00:55:03,630 Have a great day. 629 00:55:03,630 --> 00:55:39,290 630 00:55:39,290 --> 00:55:45,530 All right, we're going to move on to oral communications. 631 00:55:45,530 --> 00:55:49,490 Time has been reserved at this time in the agenda for persons 632 00:55:49,490 --> 00:55:50,810 wishing to speak on any item that 633 00:55:50,810 --> 00:55:52,150 is not listed on the agenda. 634 00:55:52,150 --> 00:55:54,530 By law, the City Council is prohibited from taking 635 00:55:54,530 --> 00:55:56,890 action on such oral comments. 636 00:55:56,890 --> 00:55:58,730 The matter will automatically be referred 637 00:55:58,730 --> 00:56:01,330 to staff for appropriate response or action 638 00:56:01,330 --> 00:56:03,590 or will be placed on the agenda for a future meeting. 639 00:56:03,590 --> 00:56:07,130 Matters listed on the agenda may be addressed either at this time 640 00:56:07,130 --> 00:56:13,650 or at the time they are before the City Council for discussion. 641 00:56:13,650 --> 00:56:18,690 OK, I'm going to go into our new teleconference 642 00:56:18,690 --> 00:56:19,990 participation rules. 643 00:56:19,990 --> 00:56:21,290 So I'm going to start off by-- 644 00:56:21,290 --> 00:56:23,150 I'll be calling for public comments at this time. 645 00:56:23,150 --> 00:56:25,380 I'll begin with anyone that would like to speak 646 00:56:25,380 --> 00:56:27,340 in the council chambers, and then I will call 647 00:56:27,340 --> 00:56:29,480 anyone joining telephonically. 648 00:56:29,480 --> 00:56:31,240 For those joining telephonically, 649 00:56:31,240 --> 00:56:32,460 please raise your hand at this time 650 00:56:32,460 --> 00:56:36,420 by pressing *9 or the Raise Hand button 651 00:56:36,420 --> 00:56:39,020 at the bottom of your screen. 652 00:56:39,020 --> 00:56:41,440 So I'm going to first start. 653 00:56:41,440 --> 00:56:43,540 Is there any members of the audience 654 00:56:43,540 --> 00:56:44,480 that would like to speak? 655 00:56:44,480 --> 00:56:47,560 I think I have a speaker card Ashley Castle? 656 00:56:47,560 --> 00:56:51,180 657 00:56:51,180 --> 00:56:53,880 Please state your name and address for the record. 658 00:56:53,880 --> 00:56:54,760 And thank you. 659 00:56:54,760 --> 00:56:55,620 Yeah. 660 00:56:55,620 --> 00:56:57,540 So my name is Ashley Castle. 661 00:56:57,540 --> 00:56:58,780 And you said address? 662 00:56:58,780 --> 00:57:01,800 Yeah, you can just give-- they want the address 663 00:57:01,800 --> 00:57:03,480 usually for the record. 664 00:57:03,480 --> 00:57:04,040 Where I live? 665 00:57:04,040 --> 00:57:05,700 Yeah, where you live. 666 00:57:05,700 --> 00:57:06,640 City's fine, actually. 667 00:57:06,640 --> 00:57:09,380 Yeah, La Palma, California. 668 00:57:09,380 --> 00:57:10,760 So my name is Ashley. 669 00:57:10,760 --> 00:57:14,020 I am a La Palma resident for now almost 35 years. 670 00:57:14,020 --> 00:57:17,060 I currently live on Crescent, next to Cypress Arnold Park. 671 00:57:17,060 --> 00:57:19,320 I'm coming to you today as a concerned resident, 672 00:57:19,320 --> 00:57:21,180 but a mom of three. 673 00:57:21,180 --> 00:57:24,020 My family walks to Cypress Arnold Park frequently 674 00:57:24,020 --> 00:57:26,780 during the week, whether it's biking, scootering, taking 675 00:57:26,780 --> 00:57:30,460 my dog on a walk, all different times of the day, 676 00:57:30,460 --> 00:57:32,020 I'm here tonight because I'm genuinely 677 00:57:32,020 --> 00:57:33,700 concerned about the speeding that 678 00:57:33,700 --> 00:57:35,580 is taking place on Crescent. 679 00:57:35,580 --> 00:57:37,820 There's only one 40 mile per hour speed limit 680 00:57:37,820 --> 00:57:40,820 sign in the area, and it's located right across-- 681 00:57:40,820 --> 00:57:43,080 or it's located right in front of the parking lot. 682 00:57:43,080 --> 00:57:45,820 So if you ask me, it's kind of too late at that point 683 00:57:45,820 --> 00:57:48,820 because cars aren't really aware, especially 684 00:57:48,820 --> 00:57:50,340 if they're not from the area. 685 00:57:50,340 --> 00:57:53,020 But if you're traveling in any direction on Crescent, 686 00:57:53,020 --> 00:57:56,860 that is the only speed limit sign between Walker and Moody. 687 00:57:56,860 --> 00:57:59,180 And it's also pretty busy when it comes 688 00:57:59,180 --> 00:58:01,820 to pedestrians in that area. 689 00:58:01,820 --> 00:58:04,740 Yes, there is a sign that says speed tracked by radar 690 00:58:04,740 --> 00:58:07,280 on Crescent, once you're turning left from Moody, 691 00:58:07,280 --> 00:58:09,820 but that radar hasn't been working for years. 692 00:58:09,820 --> 00:58:13,580 Unfortunately, it's also, I believe, blocked by the trees 693 00:58:13,580 --> 00:58:17,980 there, but it doesn't encourage drivers to slow down. 694 00:58:17,980 --> 00:58:20,580 It's not only an inconvenience, but it's a safety issue. 695 00:58:20,580 --> 00:58:21,740 Just two or three weeks ago, there 696 00:58:21,740 --> 00:58:23,780 was a serious T-bone collision that happened off 697 00:58:23,780 --> 00:58:26,020 of Santa Margarita, and one of those vehicles 698 00:58:26,020 --> 00:58:28,760 ended up in the front yard of the corner home, 699 00:58:28,760 --> 00:58:32,620 very close to the front door and front window of my complex. 700 00:58:32,620 --> 00:58:36,500 To my knowledge, it was one of the cars that was speeding. 701 00:58:36,500 --> 00:58:38,220 Cypress Arnold Park is busy every day 702 00:58:38,220 --> 00:58:40,420 of the week, whether it hosts Cypress Girls Softball 703 00:58:40,420 --> 00:58:41,240 all throughout the week. 704 00:58:41,240 --> 00:58:43,300 Pickleball courts are very active, if you're not 705 00:58:43,300 --> 00:58:45,980 familiar, all times of the day. 706 00:58:45,980 --> 00:58:50,640 And the basketball courts are right there on the main street. 707 00:58:50,640 --> 00:58:51,780 And then there's also the walking 708 00:58:51,780 --> 00:58:57,080 path that residents walk, like I said, kids, bikes, scooters. 709 00:58:57,080 --> 00:58:58,980 Everyone is on that path. 710 00:58:58,980 --> 00:59:00,260 Across the street is Kennedy High 711 00:59:00,260 --> 00:59:02,100 School, so I was a little concerned 712 00:59:02,100 --> 00:59:05,700 that it's not a school zone. 713 00:59:05,700 --> 00:59:07,240 Even though it's just the outfield, 714 00:59:07,240 --> 00:59:09,780 there's still kids walking there during the school year 715 00:59:09,780 --> 00:59:11,700 all the time. 716 00:59:11,700 --> 00:59:13,620 And I'm sure most of you know there was actually 717 00:59:13,620 --> 00:59:15,580 a student that was-- her life was taken 718 00:59:15,580 --> 00:59:19,060 at that crosswalk at Watson, so all the more reason 719 00:59:19,060 --> 00:59:20,700 to make a change. 720 00:59:20,700 --> 00:59:22,900 I'm concerned that basically a car will lose 721 00:59:22,900 --> 00:59:24,460 control going down Crescent. 722 00:59:24,460 --> 00:59:26,600 Drivers are really distracted these days, 723 00:59:26,600 --> 00:59:30,900 especially with their phones, GPS, music, books, et cetera. 724 00:59:30,900 --> 00:59:33,400 So I'm always extra cautious when I'm walking, 725 00:59:33,400 --> 00:59:34,920 but some people may not be. 726 00:59:34,920 --> 00:59:39,060 So I ask you, the city, to consider several improvements, 727 00:59:39,060 --> 00:59:41,140 evaluating whether the speed limit on Crescent 728 00:59:41,140 --> 00:59:43,860 should be lowered from Moody to Walker 729 00:59:43,860 --> 00:59:45,980 to 25 to 30 miles an hour. 730 00:59:45,980 --> 00:59:47,920 Consider establishing it a school zone, 731 00:59:47,920 --> 00:59:50,020 in addition to setting up more speed 732 00:59:50,020 --> 00:59:51,500 limit signs leading up to the park 733 00:59:51,500 --> 00:59:52,960 on both sides of the street. 734 00:59:52,960 --> 00:59:53,760 I drove it today. 735 00:59:53,760 --> 00:59:56,780 There's not much. 736 00:59:56,780 --> 00:59:59,080 Install additional speed limit signs-- 737 00:59:59,080 --> 01:00:01,300 OK, sorry I said that. 738 01:00:01,300 --> 01:00:03,220 And then repair or replace the radar 739 01:00:03,220 --> 01:00:04,940 so that it works and reminds drivers 740 01:00:04,940 --> 01:00:08,300 to slow down or possibly putting in a speed bump or a stop sign 741 01:00:08,300 --> 01:00:09,820 halfway down Crescent. 742 01:00:09,820 --> 01:00:11,500 These, I believe, are practical changes that 743 01:00:11,500 --> 01:00:12,960 could prevent a future tragedy. 744 01:00:12,960 --> 01:00:14,660 We shouldn't have to wait until it's too late. 745 01:00:14,660 --> 01:00:16,780 Thank you for your time and considering these safety 746 01:00:16,780 --> 01:00:18,400 improvements for everyone who lives, 747 01:00:18,400 --> 01:00:22,940 walks, and plays along Crescent Avenue in the City of La Palma. 748 01:00:22,940 --> 01:00:23,760 That's all I have. 749 01:00:23,760 --> 01:00:25,600 Thank you very much, and we appreciate it. 750 01:00:25,600 --> 01:00:27,680 I know that we have your information on here. 751 01:00:27,680 --> 01:00:29,620 I think your number-- 752 01:00:29,620 --> 01:00:32,160 I'm going to pass this to where we can get your phone number. 753 01:00:32,160 --> 01:00:34,680 And then our staff will be in contact with you. 754 01:00:34,680 --> 01:00:37,820 And we appreciate you taking the time, 755 01:00:37,820 --> 01:00:40,160 I mean, diligently putting some thought process into-- 756 01:00:40,160 --> 01:00:42,180 Yeah, I've been wanting to come for a while now. 757 01:00:42,180 --> 01:00:44,380 And it's great and refreshing to hear 758 01:00:44,380 --> 01:00:47,720 that you've provided some solutions to a problem too. 759 01:00:47,720 --> 01:00:52,540 So I appreciate that taking the time to put it so effectively 760 01:00:52,540 --> 01:00:54,000 for us to understand. 761 01:00:54,000 --> 01:00:55,720 And I'm going to pass it over. 762 01:00:55,720 --> 01:00:56,400 Oh, there we go. 763 01:00:56,400 --> 01:00:57,580 I forgot you go this way. 764 01:00:57,580 --> 01:00:58,660 And she'll get you-- 765 01:00:58,660 --> 01:01:02,940 yep, thank you, Ms. Castle. 766 01:01:02,940 --> 01:01:04,360 We have Luis. 767 01:01:04,360 --> 01:01:07,380 768 01:01:07,380 --> 01:01:08,200 Luis, thank you. 769 01:01:08,200 --> 01:01:14,580 Please come up and state your city and your comments, please. 770 01:01:14,580 --> 01:01:19,790 Good afternoon, Mayor Patel and members of the Council. 771 01:01:19,790 --> 01:01:20,970 I'm Luis Vizcaíno. 772 01:01:20,970 --> 01:01:23,950 I've been a resident of La Palma for about a year now. 773 01:01:23,950 --> 01:01:25,650 And I love everything the city has to offer. 774 01:01:25,650 --> 01:01:26,850 It's been really nice. 775 01:01:26,850 --> 01:01:28,330 I live at the Brookside Apartments, 776 01:01:28,330 --> 01:01:31,990 and it's really nice to be able to just walk everywhere. 777 01:01:31,990 --> 01:01:34,550 Just commenting on what she had said a little bit. 778 01:01:34,550 --> 01:01:35,790 There are a lot of physical things 779 01:01:35,790 --> 01:01:38,430 that can be done as well, like daylighting, making the street 780 01:01:38,430 --> 01:01:40,370 a little bit more uncomfortable to drive in, 781 01:01:40,370 --> 01:01:43,830 which makes drivers more weary to speed, 782 01:01:43,830 --> 01:01:45,010 just adding little things. 783 01:01:45,010 --> 01:01:46,570 It doesn't have to be signs or radars. 784 01:01:46,570 --> 01:01:49,550 It can also be physical infrastructure that can make 785 01:01:49,550 --> 01:01:51,610 people rethink going so fast. 786 01:01:51,610 --> 01:01:53,950 I know speeding is a really big problem. 787 01:01:53,950 --> 01:01:55,870 But that's not what I'm speaking on. 788 01:01:55,870 --> 01:01:57,870 I'd like to speak on the Motorola contract that 789 01:01:57,870 --> 01:02:00,870 was signed last year to equip the police department with body 790 01:02:00,870 --> 01:02:02,610 and in-vehicle cameras. 791 01:02:02,610 --> 01:02:05,230 The contract includes clauses on the use and implementation 792 01:02:05,230 --> 01:02:09,510 of Automatic License Plate Readers, also known as ALPRs, 793 01:02:09,510 --> 01:02:12,150 which often have broad surveillance capabilities 794 01:02:12,150 --> 01:02:14,070 outside of simply reading license plates, which 795 01:02:14,070 --> 01:02:16,150 they don't even do that well. 796 01:02:16,150 --> 01:02:17,950 The readers can be used to create dossiers 797 01:02:17,950 --> 01:02:20,630 on specific individuals, logging the appearance of their license 798 01:02:20,630 --> 01:02:22,670 plate wherever the cameras are. 799 01:02:22,670 --> 01:02:24,710 There's evidence that police officers may misuse 800 01:02:24,710 --> 01:02:27,590 the capabilities of the network to illegally stalk and harass 801 01:02:27,590 --> 01:02:31,710 exes, activists, and others otherwise unrelated 802 01:02:31,710 --> 01:02:33,630 to criminal investigations. 803 01:02:33,630 --> 01:02:35,830 The broad and unregulated scope of the network 804 01:02:35,830 --> 01:02:38,510 also allows users to track anyone across county and state 805 01:02:38,510 --> 01:02:41,710 lines without a judicial warrant, a gross abuse 806 01:02:41,710 --> 01:02:45,350 of taxpayers' privacy, the very people who fund these contracts. 807 01:02:45,350 --> 01:02:47,430 This is on top of ICE's use of these networks 808 01:02:47,430 --> 01:02:48,990 to illegally track and harass immigrants 809 01:02:48,990 --> 01:02:50,590 and political dissidents. 810 01:02:50,590 --> 01:02:52,870 Public safety is a popular service for these cameras, 811 01:02:52,870 --> 01:02:54,550 and online trackers of Flock cameras, 812 01:02:54,550 --> 01:02:57,750 like DeFlock, list various within La Palma. 813 01:02:57,750 --> 01:03:00,030 This is something I must speak against. 814 01:03:00,030 --> 01:03:02,230 Sure we could solve all crimes by monitoring 815 01:03:02,230 --> 01:03:04,470 every individual at all times, but it is 816 01:03:04,470 --> 01:03:06,670 a fundamental abuse of privacy. 817 01:03:06,670 --> 01:03:08,910 We must balance safety with freedom, something 818 01:03:08,910 --> 01:03:10,630 that these networks neglect. 819 01:03:10,630 --> 01:03:12,470 Therefore, I sincerely request that your staff 820 01:03:12,470 --> 01:03:14,510 review the contract and look into the possibility 821 01:03:14,510 --> 01:03:16,430 of terminating it as soon as possible. 822 01:03:16,430 --> 01:03:17,990 If termination is not possible, I 823 01:03:17,990 --> 01:03:20,270 implore you to mandate logs of every instance and reason 824 01:03:20,270 --> 01:03:21,710 for using the network. 825 01:03:21,710 --> 01:03:22,977 Thank you for the time-- thank you 826 01:03:22,977 --> 01:03:24,110 for your time and all the work you 827 01:03:24,110 --> 01:03:26,670 do to keep La Palma thriving. 828 01:03:26,670 --> 01:03:28,710 Thank you for your comments, and we appreciate 829 01:03:28,710 --> 01:03:29,763 the comments and the concerns. 830 01:03:29,763 --> 01:03:31,830 So what I'm going to do is I'm going to pass this to our Madam 831 01:03:31,830 --> 01:03:33,590 Clerk, and she's going to get your number too, 832 01:03:33,590 --> 01:03:36,030 and we'll have staff reach out to you. 833 01:03:36,030 --> 01:03:36,530 Thank you. 834 01:03:36,530 --> 01:03:40,350 Thank you very much for your comments. 835 01:03:40,350 --> 01:03:43,710 OK, moving on to-- 836 01:03:43,710 --> 01:03:45,510 are there any other oral communications 837 01:03:45,510 --> 01:03:48,950 in the public that would like to speak on any matters that 838 01:03:48,950 --> 01:03:50,090 are not listed on the agenda? 839 01:03:50,090 --> 01:03:51,430 OK, moving forward. 840 01:03:51,430 --> 01:03:54,470 Madam Clerk, do we have any members telephonically 841 01:03:54,470 --> 01:03:56,030 that would like to speak? 842 01:03:56,030 --> 01:03:58,170 We do not have anyone attending telephonically. 843 01:03:58,170 --> 01:03:58,850 Thank you very much. 844 01:03:58,850 --> 01:04:00,350 We're going to now recess City Council 845 01:04:00,350 --> 01:04:02,350 and convene as a successor agency 846 01:04:02,350 --> 01:04:04,030 to the Dissolved Community Development Commission 847 01:04:04,030 --> 01:04:05,370 of the City of La Palma. 848 01:04:05,370 --> 01:04:07,750 The City Council will now recess and convene as a successor 849 01:04:07,750 --> 01:04:10,510 agency to the Dissolved Community Development Commission 850 01:04:10,510 --> 01:04:11,410 of the City of La Palma. 851 01:04:11,410 --> 01:04:14,030 Members of the La Palma City Council received no compensation 852 01:04:14,030 --> 01:04:16,310 or stipend as a result of convening or participating 853 01:04:16,310 --> 01:04:18,990 in either the successor agency or otherwise 854 01:04:18,990 --> 01:04:22,430 as serving as members of the successor agency. 855 01:04:22,430 --> 01:04:24,230 We have the consent calendar. 856 01:04:24,230 --> 01:04:26,790 And would any of the council members 857 01:04:26,790 --> 01:04:30,030 like anything pulled from this consent calendar? 858 01:04:30,030 --> 01:04:31,050 Move to approve. 859 01:04:31,050 --> 01:04:33,110 There's a motion to approve. 860 01:04:33,110 --> 01:04:34,050 Is there a second? 861 01:04:34,050 --> 01:04:37,270 OK, there's a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Baker and a second 862 01:04:37,270 --> 01:04:39,270 by Council Waldman. 863 01:04:39,270 --> 01:04:41,910 And roll call. 864 01:04:41,910 --> 01:04:44,550 If we can get public comment opportunity. 865 01:04:44,550 --> 01:04:46,430 Oh, yes, sorry. 866 01:04:46,430 --> 01:04:48,290 I gotta go back to the public comments now. 867 01:04:48,290 --> 01:04:50,430 It's different. 868 01:04:50,430 --> 01:04:52,570 I will be calling for public comments at this time. 869 01:04:52,570 --> 01:04:54,630 I'll begin with anyone that would like to speak 870 01:04:54,630 --> 01:04:55,990 in the council chambers, and then I 871 01:04:55,990 --> 01:04:58,850 will go-- we'll call on anyone joining telephonically. 872 01:04:58,850 --> 01:05:00,050 For those joining telephonically, 873 01:05:00,050 --> 01:05:03,150 please raise your hand at this time by pressing *9, 874 01:05:03,150 --> 01:05:08,030 or raise the hand button at the bottom of your screen. 875 01:05:08,030 --> 01:05:10,320 Are there any members in the public that 876 01:05:10,320 --> 01:05:11,660 are wishing to speak on this matter? 877 01:05:11,660 --> 01:05:12,160 No? 878 01:05:12,160 --> 01:05:14,860 Madam Clerk, do we have anybody telephonically joining. 879 01:05:14,860 --> 01:05:15,580 We do not. 880 01:05:15,580 --> 01:05:16,640 OK, thank you. 881 01:05:16,640 --> 01:05:18,620 Now we will go to roll call, please. 882 01:05:18,620 --> 01:05:19,720 Thank you, sir. 883 01:05:19,720 --> 01:05:22,640 Successor Agency Member Keo Conklin. 884 01:05:22,640 --> 01:05:23,400 Yes. 885 01:05:23,400 --> 01:05:24,540 Member V. Patel. 886 01:05:24,540 --> 01:05:25,040 Yes. 887 01:05:25,040 --> 01:05:26,080 Member Waldman. 888 01:05:26,080 --> 01:05:27,480 Yes. 889 01:05:27,480 --> 01:05:28,640 Member Baker. 890 01:05:28,640 --> 01:05:29,400 Aye. 891 01:05:29,400 --> 01:05:30,480 Member N. Patel. 892 01:05:30,480 --> 01:05:31,320 Yes. 893 01:05:31,320 --> 01:05:33,080 Motion passes unanimously. 894 01:05:33,080 --> 01:05:34,040 Great, thank you. 895 01:05:34,040 --> 01:05:36,300 So now we're going to adjourn the successor agency, 896 01:05:36,300 --> 01:05:38,700 and we're going to go convene back as a City Council. 897 01:05:38,700 --> 01:05:41,060 And we're going to move on to the consent calendar here. 898 01:05:41,060 --> 01:05:44,200 Oh, Mayor, actually you have item B, the successor 899 01:05:44,200 --> 01:05:45,960 agency regular items. 900 01:05:45,960 --> 01:05:48,440 I missed it, sorry. 901 01:05:48,440 --> 01:05:51,840 OK, we're going to go to the regular item 902 01:05:51,840 --> 01:05:54,940 update on the bottom of the successor agency, 903 01:05:54,940 --> 01:05:59,040 receive and file the update on the successor agency 904 01:05:59,040 --> 01:06:00,260 and pass it to our city manager. 905 01:06:00,260 --> 01:06:01,040 Thank you, Mayor. 906 01:06:01,040 --> 01:06:02,760 I don't have a staff report. 907 01:06:02,760 --> 01:06:04,380 This is just a receive and file. 908 01:06:04,380 --> 01:06:07,600 It's just an update on the successor agency. 909 01:06:07,600 --> 01:06:12,880 Just a brief update, there hasn't been very much movement. 910 01:06:12,880 --> 01:06:15,620 The loans are being paid off every year. 911 01:06:15,620 --> 01:06:16,860 So that's it. 912 01:06:16,860 --> 01:06:17,440 Yes. 913 01:06:17,440 --> 01:06:18,060 Thank you. 914 01:06:18,060 --> 01:06:21,360 And we're now going to adjourn the successor agency 915 01:06:21,360 --> 01:06:25,080 and move on to the City Council consent calendar. 916 01:06:25,080 --> 01:06:29,480 Any members from council would like any items pulled? 917 01:06:29,480 --> 01:06:30,080 No? 918 01:06:30,080 --> 01:06:32,720 I'm going to go to public comments. 919 01:06:32,720 --> 01:06:34,540 I'll be calling for public comments at this time. 920 01:06:34,540 --> 01:06:36,440 I'll begin with anyone that would like to speak 921 01:06:36,440 --> 01:06:39,320 in the council chambers, and then I will call on anyone 922 01:06:39,320 --> 01:06:40,460 joining telephonically. 923 01:06:40,460 --> 01:06:41,700 For those joining telephonically, 924 01:06:41,700 --> 01:06:43,400 please raise your hand at this time 925 01:06:43,400 --> 01:06:46,840 by pressing *9 or raise the hand button 926 01:06:46,840 --> 01:06:48,560 at the bottom of your screen. 927 01:06:48,560 --> 01:06:52,160 Any members from the public would like anything to discuss 928 01:06:52,160 --> 01:06:53,820 on the consent calendar? 929 01:06:53,820 --> 01:06:54,320 No? 930 01:06:54,320 --> 01:06:55,380 OK. 931 01:06:55,380 --> 01:06:56,920 Madam Clerk, do we have anybody calling 932 01:06:56,920 --> 01:06:58,460 in to discuss this matter? 933 01:06:58,460 --> 01:06:59,240 We do not. 934 01:06:59,240 --> 01:07:00,560 OK, thank you. 935 01:07:00,560 --> 01:07:03,240 Is there a motion for the consent calendar? 936 01:07:03,240 --> 01:07:04,400 Move to approve. 937 01:07:04,400 --> 01:07:05,260 I second. 938 01:07:05,260 --> 01:07:06,100 Thank you. 939 01:07:06,100 --> 01:07:10,120 There was a motion by Mayor Pro Tem Baker and a second 940 01:07:10,120 --> 01:07:13,120 by Council Member Janet Keo Conklin. 941 01:07:13,120 --> 01:07:14,520 Roll call, please. 942 01:07:14,520 --> 01:07:15,100 Thank you, Mayor. 943 01:07:15,100 --> 01:07:16,280 Council Member Keo Conklin. 944 01:07:16,280 --> 01:07:16,780 Yes. 945 01:07:16,780 --> 01:07:17,860 Council Member V. Patel. 946 01:07:17,860 --> 01:07:18,360 Yes. 947 01:07:18,360 --> 01:07:19,560 Council Member Waldman. 948 01:07:19,560 --> 01:07:20,060 Yes. 949 01:07:20,060 --> 01:07:21,060 Mayor Pro Tem Baker. 950 01:07:21,060 --> 01:07:21,560 Aye. 951 01:07:21,560 --> 01:07:22,520 Mayor N. Patel. 952 01:07:22,520 --> 01:07:23,080 Yes. 953 01:07:23,080 --> 01:07:24,880 Motion passes unanimously. 954 01:07:24,880 --> 01:07:26,000 Thank you. 955 01:07:26,000 --> 01:07:28,460 And now we're going to go on to the public hearings, 956 01:07:28,460 --> 01:07:31,560 the regular items, the League of California Cities voting 957 01:07:31,560 --> 01:07:34,200 delegates and resolution. 958 01:07:34,200 --> 01:07:37,240 I am going to-- so the designate-- 959 01:07:37,240 --> 01:07:39,260 I'm going to pass it to you, City Manager. 960 01:07:39,260 --> 01:07:40,440 Yes, thank you, Mayor. 961 01:07:40,440 --> 01:07:43,440 I'm going to briefly pass it over for a brief report 962 01:07:43,440 --> 01:07:44,580 to our city clerk. 963 01:07:44,580 --> 01:07:45,240 Thank you. 964 01:07:45,240 --> 01:07:46,440 Thank you very much. 965 01:07:46,440 --> 01:07:48,960 Every year, the city of Cal Cities-- 966 01:07:48,960 --> 01:07:51,180 still calling it the League of California Cities-- 967 01:07:51,180 --> 01:07:54,560 Cal Cities convenes a general assembly of the membership. 968 01:07:54,560 --> 01:07:57,040 And at this general assembly, each member 969 01:07:57,040 --> 01:07:59,700 can designate and delegate one voting member 970 01:07:59,700 --> 01:08:01,680 plus an alternate voting member to vote 971 01:08:01,680 --> 01:08:03,920 on important policies and matters that come 972 01:08:03,920 --> 01:08:06,360 before the general assembly. 973 01:08:06,360 --> 01:08:09,920 So tonight, we are asking that the City Council consider 974 01:08:09,920 --> 01:08:12,760 a designation of Mayor Pro Tem Debbie Baker as the voting 975 01:08:12,760 --> 01:08:16,520 delegate and designating council member Vikesh Patel 976 01:08:16,520 --> 01:08:20,760 as the alternate and also authorizing the City of La Palma 977 01:08:20,760 --> 01:08:22,880 delegation the discretion to vote 978 01:08:22,880 --> 01:08:27,840 on any resolutions taken into consideration for that evening. 979 01:08:27,840 --> 01:08:28,819 Great, thank you. 980 01:08:28,819 --> 01:08:32,080 Before I go to the council-- well, actually, council, 981 01:08:32,080 --> 01:08:33,840 do you have any comments or questions on this 982 01:08:33,840 --> 01:08:35,700 before I go to the public? 983 01:08:35,700 --> 01:08:36,200 No? 984 01:08:36,200 --> 01:08:37,640 OK. 985 01:08:37,640 --> 01:08:40,080 I will be calling for public comments at this time. 986 01:08:40,080 --> 01:08:42,359 I will begin with anyone that would like to speak 987 01:08:42,359 --> 01:08:44,800 in the council chambers, and then I will call 988 01:08:44,800 --> 01:08:47,000 anybody joining telephonically. 989 01:08:47,000 --> 01:08:48,420 For those joining telephonically, 990 01:08:48,420 --> 01:08:50,080 please raise your hand at this time 991 01:08:50,080 --> 01:08:53,479 by pressing *9 or the Raise Hand button 992 01:08:53,479 --> 01:08:55,840 at the bottom of your screen. 993 01:08:55,840 --> 01:08:59,439 Any members of the public would like to speak on this matter? 994 01:08:59,439 --> 01:09:00,160 No? 995 01:09:00,160 --> 01:09:02,290 Madam Clerk, do we have anybody calling 996 01:09:02,290 --> 01:09:04,029 in to speak on this matter? 997 01:09:04,029 --> 01:09:04,670 We do not. 998 01:09:04,670 --> 01:09:06,609 OK, thank you. 999 01:09:06,609 --> 01:09:09,890 Is there a motion? 1000 01:09:09,890 --> 01:09:11,210 Motion to approve. 1001 01:09:11,210 --> 01:09:15,810 OK, do we need to read each item out, or can we just approve, 1002 01:09:15,810 --> 01:09:18,569 City Attorney, item number 12? 1003 01:09:18,569 --> 01:09:20,350 You can take all three in one motion. 1004 01:09:20,350 --> 01:09:25,649 OK, so I'll read all three again for the motion. 1005 01:09:25,649 --> 01:09:26,490 We don't need to read it? 1006 01:09:26,490 --> 01:09:27,189 No, it's OK. 1007 01:09:27,189 --> 01:09:27,689 OK, perfect. 1008 01:09:27,689 --> 01:09:29,550 So there's a motion by Debbie Baker. 1009 01:09:29,550 --> 01:09:30,390 Do we have a second? 1010 01:09:30,390 --> 01:09:30,890 Second. 1011 01:09:30,890 --> 01:09:33,790 And a second by Council Member Waldman. 1012 01:09:33,790 --> 01:09:35,130 Roll call, please. 1013 01:09:35,130 --> 01:09:35,710 Thank you, Mayor. 1014 01:09:35,710 --> 01:09:37,250 Council Member Keo Conklin. 1015 01:09:37,250 --> 01:09:38,210 Abstain. 1016 01:09:38,210 --> 01:09:39,609 Council Member V. Patel. 1017 01:09:39,609 --> 01:09:40,109 Yes. 1018 01:09:40,109 --> 01:09:41,170 Council Member Waldman. 1019 01:09:41,170 --> 01:09:41,670 Yes. 1020 01:09:41,670 --> 01:09:42,810 Mayor Pro Tem Baker. 1021 01:09:42,810 --> 01:09:43,490 Aye. 1022 01:09:43,490 --> 01:09:44,470 Mayor N. Patel. 1023 01:09:44,470 --> 01:09:44,970 Yes. 1024 01:09:44,970 --> 01:09:48,090 Motion passes, four yes, one abstain. 1025 01:09:48,090 --> 01:09:51,310 OK, we're going to go to AB1234 reports. 1026 01:09:51,310 --> 01:09:53,090 And since I started this side last time, 1027 01:09:53,090 --> 01:09:58,590 I'm going to go this way to Council Member Keo Conklin. 1028 01:09:58,590 --> 01:09:59,750 Good evening, everyone. 1029 01:09:59,750 --> 01:10:04,130 I just wanted to, first of all, congratulate 1030 01:10:04,130 --> 01:10:09,490 all the recipients tonight for being recognized. 1031 01:10:09,490 --> 01:10:11,270 Congratulations on your homes-- 1032 01:10:11,270 --> 01:10:12,450 I mean, your home. 1033 01:10:12,450 --> 01:10:15,450 You did a great job, and we always 1034 01:10:15,450 --> 01:10:19,090 want to appreciate our residents for doing such a phenomenal job. 1035 01:10:19,090 --> 01:10:20,230 Congratulations. 1036 01:10:20,230 --> 01:10:24,770 I want to also congratulate and recognize the American Red Cross 1037 01:10:24,770 --> 01:10:28,450 for doing a phenomenal job. 1038 01:10:28,450 --> 01:10:30,810 Also, thank you to the volunteers 1039 01:10:30,810 --> 01:10:35,530 for stepping up and volunteering for our community. 1040 01:10:35,530 --> 01:10:38,850 We also appreciate our residents. 1041 01:10:38,850 --> 01:10:45,410 Let me just report on what I've done, starting, 1042 01:10:45,410 --> 01:10:50,370 let's see here, April-- no, July 7, I went to the North Orange 1043 01:10:50,370 --> 01:10:52,490 County Chamber, and they were giving 1044 01:10:52,490 --> 01:10:54,970 out awards for businesses. 1045 01:10:54,970 --> 01:10:59,130 July 9, I went to the Concert in the Park. 1046 01:10:59,130 --> 01:11:03,850 July 29, Orange County Transit Transportation 1047 01:11:03,850 --> 01:11:09,290 Authority did a roundtable and a tour of the 405 express lane. 1048 01:11:09,290 --> 01:11:13,950 And today we celebrated our volunteers. 1049 01:11:13,950 --> 01:11:16,630 So congratulations to all the volunteers. 1050 01:11:16,630 --> 01:11:18,710 And today is interesting. 1051 01:11:18,710 --> 01:11:24,130 We're practicing our telephonic system, where people are 1052 01:11:24,130 --> 01:11:27,750 able to listen to our meeting. 1053 01:11:27,750 --> 01:11:28,750 This is really important. 1054 01:11:28,750 --> 01:11:32,370 And this is the next step of transparency. 1055 01:11:32,370 --> 01:11:35,050 So I'm happy that we're practicing this. 1056 01:11:35,050 --> 01:11:38,970 And hopefully next time, we can do it visually. 1057 01:11:38,970 --> 01:11:40,430 This is very inclusive. 1058 01:11:40,430 --> 01:11:42,370 And I think that transparency is very 1059 01:11:42,370 --> 01:11:46,930 important for our community, especially for our elders 1060 01:11:46,930 --> 01:11:48,810 or people who are working. 1061 01:11:48,810 --> 01:11:51,050 So have a great summer. 1062 01:11:51,050 --> 01:11:52,910 And this is Janet Keo Conklin. 1063 01:11:52,910 --> 01:11:55,490 Thank you. 1064 01:11:55,490 --> 01:11:56,890 Mark Waldman. 1065 01:11:56,890 --> 01:12:01,250 Janet, the volunteer recognition dinner. 1066 01:12:01,250 --> 01:12:03,210 It was outstanding. 1067 01:12:03,210 --> 01:12:05,730 In all the years that I've been on the council, 1068 01:12:05,730 --> 01:12:08,990 starting in 2004, the places we've had these awards, 1069 01:12:08,990 --> 01:12:10,530 they are packed. 1070 01:12:10,530 --> 01:12:12,290 This is a volunteer city. 1071 01:12:12,290 --> 01:12:15,230 When somebody-- when I was mayor many years ago, the guy asked, 1072 01:12:15,230 --> 01:12:15,950 where do I go? 1073 01:12:15,950 --> 01:12:18,410 What are the big landmarks in La Palma? 1074 01:12:18,410 --> 01:12:23,810 And my response was, we are not a city of sites. 1075 01:12:23,810 --> 01:12:26,310 We are a city of people, a city of volunteers. 1076 01:12:26,310 --> 01:12:29,370 I say come to any one of our activities, 1077 01:12:29,370 --> 01:12:32,650 and you will be amazed at how in such a small city, 1078 01:12:32,650 --> 01:12:37,650 many people come out and help and participate. 1079 01:12:37,650 --> 01:12:38,190 Thank you. 1080 01:12:38,190 --> 01:12:42,330 Council Member Vikesh Patel. 1081 01:12:42,330 --> 01:12:43,250 Thank you. 1082 01:12:43,250 --> 01:12:46,530 On June 18, I attended the Orange County Mosquito and 1083 01:12:46,530 --> 01:12:48,890 Vector Control Board meeting. 1084 01:12:48,890 --> 01:12:52,970 On 4th of July, I attended the 4th of July Run for Fun. 1085 01:12:52,970 --> 01:12:55,660 It's a great event put out by the staff. 1086 01:12:55,660 --> 01:12:57,380 A lot of people attended. 1087 01:12:57,380 --> 01:13:02,860 On July 9th, 16th, and the 30th, I attended Concert in the Park. 1088 01:13:02,860 --> 01:13:05,860 Great turnout for those events as well. 1089 01:13:05,860 --> 01:13:10,180 On July 12, attended Youth Action Committee. 1090 01:13:10,180 --> 01:13:13,700 On July 17 through the 19, I attended the AAPI 1091 01:13:13,700 --> 01:13:16,460 Lead Summit Conference. 1092 01:13:16,460 --> 01:13:21,140 And August 4, attended, which is today, the 2026 1093 01:13:21,140 --> 01:13:23,120 Volunteer Recognition Event. 1094 01:13:23,120 --> 01:13:24,700 It was great to see a lot of volunteers 1095 01:13:24,700 --> 01:13:29,180 out there helping the city, and we're able to recognize them. 1096 01:13:29,180 --> 01:13:32,180 I also want to congratulate Michael and LaTanya Darensburg 1097 01:13:32,180 --> 01:13:36,500 on their house winning the Spotlight Award 1098 01:13:36,500 --> 01:13:39,140 and also to the Red Cross volunteers 1099 01:13:39,140 --> 01:13:41,200 that helped out during the Garden Grove incident. 1100 01:13:41,200 --> 01:13:43,220 Thank you. 1101 01:13:43,220 --> 01:13:46,780 Mayor Pro Tem Debbie Baker. 1102 01:13:46,780 --> 01:13:49,580 Thank you. 1103 01:13:49,580 --> 01:13:51,620 We were dark in July. 1104 01:13:51,620 --> 01:13:55,820 So starting from June 4, attended Southern California 1105 01:13:55,820 --> 01:13:59,220 Association of Government's Community, Economic and Human 1106 01:13:59,220 --> 01:14:01,180 Development Committee meeting. 1107 01:14:01,180 --> 01:14:04,180 And right after that, attended the Regional Council meeting. 1108 01:14:04,180 --> 01:14:06,380 June 5, attended the League of California 1109 01:14:06,380 --> 01:14:10,100 Cities Orange County Division Executive Committee meeting. 1110 01:14:10,100 --> 01:14:13,340 June 10, attended Orange County Sanitation District's 1111 01:14:13,340 --> 01:14:15,780 administration meeting. 1112 01:14:15,780 --> 01:14:18,500 June 11, attended the League of California 1113 01:14:18,500 --> 01:14:23,100 Cities Orange County Division, our quarterly division meeting. 1114 01:14:23,100 --> 01:14:26,320 And June 12, attended Cal Cities Orange County Division, 1115 01:14:26,320 --> 01:14:28,260 our board of directors meeting. 1116 01:14:28,260 --> 01:14:32,340 The 18th, attended the Cal Cities Orange County Division 1117 01:14:32,340 --> 01:14:34,420 event at the Magic Castle. 1118 01:14:34,420 --> 01:14:36,240 That was a really fun thing. 1119 01:14:36,240 --> 01:14:39,220 I've never been there before, so it was pretty cool. 1120 01:14:39,220 --> 01:14:42,260 Then also that day, I attended the business mixer 1121 01:14:42,260 --> 01:14:44,580 as part of the business engagement ad hoc 1122 01:14:44,580 --> 01:14:48,500 committee along with our mayor. 1123 01:14:48,500 --> 01:14:50,860 And I think it was a very successful event. 1124 01:14:50,860 --> 01:14:54,160 Every event, we've gotten a little better attendance. 1125 01:14:54,160 --> 01:14:58,420 And it was really nice to meet and talk to our new business 1126 01:14:58,420 --> 01:15:00,300 owners in our community. 1127 01:15:00,300 --> 01:15:02,580 And June 23, attended the Business 1128 01:15:02,580 --> 01:15:05,380 Engagement and Economic Development and Land Use 1129 01:15:05,380 --> 01:15:07,260 ad hoc meeting. 1130 01:15:07,260 --> 01:15:10,780 And also that day attended Orange County-- 1131 01:15:10,780 --> 01:15:13,060 OC San's Board of Directors meeting. 1132 01:15:13,060 --> 01:15:17,140 July 2, attended SCAG's CEHD committee meeting and also 1133 01:15:17,140 --> 01:15:19,860 the Regional Council meeting. 1134 01:15:19,860 --> 01:15:23,540 And July 4 attended the 4th of July Run for Fun. 1135 01:15:23,540 --> 01:15:25,520 That was a really great turnout. 1136 01:15:25,520 --> 01:15:27,740 I think every year it's getting bigger. 1137 01:15:27,740 --> 01:15:32,240 And it was a lot of fun and got to hand out some of the awards. 1138 01:15:32,240 --> 01:15:34,060 That was a really fun time. 1139 01:15:34,060 --> 01:15:36,100 And thank you to Kiwanis who was there 1140 01:15:36,100 --> 01:15:38,420 to make pancakes for everybody. 1141 01:15:38,420 --> 01:15:41,940 And July 8, attended OC San's Administration 1142 01:15:41,940 --> 01:15:43,100 Committee meeting. 1143 01:15:43,100 --> 01:15:46,260 July 10, attended Cal Cities Orange County Division 1144 01:15:46,260 --> 01:15:47,940 Board of Directors meeting. 1145 01:15:47,940 --> 01:15:50,220 And also that day attended the ribbon 1146 01:15:50,220 --> 01:15:51,980 cutting for Minuteman Press. 1147 01:15:51,980 --> 01:15:56,580 So if you have any copying needs, they are up and running 1148 01:15:56,580 --> 01:15:58,620 and ready for business. 1149 01:15:58,620 --> 01:16:01,700 July 14, attended the Community Activities 1150 01:16:01,700 --> 01:16:06,260 and Beautification Committee interview with the mayor. 1151 01:16:06,260 --> 01:16:11,220 And the 16th, I attended the CAB interview-- 1152 01:16:11,220 --> 01:16:15,420 actually the balance of the CAB interviews on the 16th. 1153 01:16:15,420 --> 01:16:19,580 July 22, attended OC San's Board of Directors meeting. 1154 01:16:19,580 --> 01:16:23,620 July 30, attended the Orange County fair event for government 1155 01:16:23,620 --> 01:16:25,820 and elected officials. 1156 01:16:25,820 --> 01:16:30,020 August 4, that's today, attended the Volunteer 1157 01:16:30,020 --> 01:16:33,620 Recognition Event honoring the heart of our community. 1158 01:16:33,620 --> 01:16:36,780 Also attended a few of the Concerts in the Park. 1159 01:16:36,780 --> 01:16:39,300 And thank you to the Darensburg family 1160 01:16:39,300 --> 01:16:42,060 for receiving the Home Spotlight Award 1161 01:16:42,060 --> 01:16:45,040 and keeping our city beautiful. 1162 01:16:45,040 --> 01:16:47,180 We love to see that. 1163 01:16:47,180 --> 01:16:49,540 And thank you to the American Red Cross 1164 01:16:49,540 --> 01:16:51,320 for all that you do for our community 1165 01:16:51,320 --> 01:16:53,340 and that we know that we can always count on you to be 1166 01:16:53,340 --> 01:16:56,900 there when help is needed. 1167 01:16:56,900 --> 01:16:59,860 And again, thank you to all of the Volunteens for the service 1168 01:16:59,860 --> 01:17:01,380 during the summer. 1169 01:17:01,380 --> 01:17:04,080 I just can't even thank them enough. 1170 01:17:04,080 --> 01:17:05,720 I mean, it's a really big undertaking. 1171 01:17:05,720 --> 01:17:10,060 And to all of the parents and to our Community 1172 01:17:10,060 --> 01:17:13,180 Services Department-- 1173 01:17:13,180 --> 01:17:14,740 thank you to our Community Services 1174 01:17:14,740 --> 01:17:16,620 Department and the CAB Committee for all 1175 01:17:16,620 --> 01:17:19,620 that you do for our community. 1176 01:17:19,620 --> 01:17:21,780 And we have our civic expo National 1177 01:17:21,780 --> 01:17:23,040 Night Out this Thursday. 1178 01:17:23,040 --> 01:17:24,860 And it does start at 6:00 instead 1179 01:17:24,860 --> 01:17:27,300 of 6:30 and concert after. 1180 01:17:27,300 --> 01:17:29,020 Thank you. 1181 01:17:29,020 --> 01:17:30,540 Thank you, Mayor Pro Tem. 1182 01:17:30,540 --> 01:17:39,060 OK, for mine, on June 4, I had a meeting with Orange County Fire 1183 01:17:39,060 --> 01:17:42,220 Authority with the chief for the recruitment of our new chief 1184 01:17:42,220 --> 01:17:42,980 there. 1185 01:17:42,980 --> 01:17:47,230 On June 6, I attended Boys Republic as an invited guest 1186 01:17:47,230 --> 01:17:52,750 from the City of La Palma, which was out in Chino Hills. 1187 01:17:52,750 --> 01:17:55,390 Boys Republic is a group that helps 1188 01:17:55,390 --> 01:17:58,670 to mold young men that have gone off the path 1189 01:17:58,670 --> 01:18:00,010 and bring them on the path. 1190 01:18:00,010 --> 01:18:03,070 And it was an awesome event that was attended by probably about 1191 01:18:03,070 --> 01:18:06,030 3,000 people, held in Chino. 1192 01:18:06,030 --> 01:18:09,270 And representing La Palma was an honor there. 1193 01:18:09,270 --> 01:18:12,670 On June 7, I attended the [INAUDIBLE] part 1194 01:18:12,670 --> 01:18:18,030 of our [INAUDIBLE] program, which was hosted with almost 1195 01:18:18,030 --> 01:18:21,070 over 1,000 people in our city. 1196 01:18:21,070 --> 01:18:24,350 June 9, I attended the Budget and Finance 1197 01:18:24,350 --> 01:18:26,050 for Orange County Fire Authority, 1198 01:18:26,050 --> 01:18:27,510 which I am the chair of. 1199 01:18:27,510 --> 01:18:33,470 June 10, I attended another OCFA budget and finance meeting, 1200 01:18:33,470 --> 01:18:35,510 which was a closed session. 1201 01:18:35,510 --> 01:18:39,090 June 12, I attended the Flag Day event, 1202 01:18:39,090 --> 01:18:41,410 which was held in Anaheim. 1203 01:18:41,410 --> 01:18:45,150 And a lot of the local elected from Orange County 1204 01:18:45,150 --> 01:18:47,030 was there to celebrate Flag Day. 1205 01:18:47,030 --> 01:18:48,870 On June 12, I attended-- 1206 01:18:48,870 --> 01:18:51,710 Philip Chen hosted an event-- 1207 01:18:51,710 --> 01:18:54,790 actually, he hosted me to talk about issues of La Palma 1208 01:18:54,790 --> 01:18:57,190 and met with the assembly member there. 1209 01:18:57,190 --> 01:19:01,710 On June 17, Orange County Fire Authority graduation. 1210 01:19:01,710 --> 01:19:05,050 If you've never been to a graduation, 1211 01:19:05,050 --> 01:19:07,770 you really have to see one of these graduations. 1212 01:19:07,770 --> 01:19:12,070 It is spectacular to see firefighters that are coming in 1213 01:19:12,070 --> 01:19:13,370 and go through this graduation. 1214 01:19:13,370 --> 01:19:15,990 It was my first one attending as the vice chair of Orange 1215 01:19:15,990 --> 01:19:17,430 County Fire Authority. 1216 01:19:17,430 --> 01:19:18,310 Phenomenal. 1217 01:19:18,310 --> 01:19:19,490 I don't think I'll miss one again. 1218 01:19:19,490 --> 01:19:20,590 And I told my family, I think I'm 1219 01:19:20,590 --> 01:19:22,550 going to take a few of my family members 1220 01:19:22,550 --> 01:19:27,110 to see what kind of a show they put on for our firefighters 1221 01:19:27,110 --> 01:19:29,170 and our first responders. 1222 01:19:29,170 --> 01:19:31,210 So thank you for having me there. 1223 01:19:31,210 --> 01:19:34,750 On June 18, we hosted our La Palma mixer. 1224 01:19:34,750 --> 01:19:38,510 And Stephanie and her team, what a success 1225 01:19:38,510 --> 01:19:41,770 of bringing in businesses from La Palma. 1226 01:19:41,770 --> 01:19:44,270 We hosted it at-- shop local here-- 1227 01:19:44,270 --> 01:19:46,810 in Isla, the Cuban restaurant. 1228 01:19:46,810 --> 01:19:49,310 We had numerous businesses come out. 1229 01:19:49,310 --> 01:19:52,790 And from there, we were able to make some connections that allow 1230 01:19:52,790 --> 01:19:56,750 us to be able to recognize our businesses 1231 01:19:56,750 --> 01:20:01,830 and to help them bring engagement with our residents. 1232 01:20:01,830 --> 01:20:11,950 On June 22, I attended the OCFA Board agenda review meeting. 1233 01:20:11,950 --> 01:20:14,870 On June 23, Business Engagement and Economic 1234 01:20:14,870 --> 01:20:16,390 Development Committee meeting. 1235 01:20:16,390 --> 01:20:20,510 On June 25, I attended the ACCOC Legislative 1236 01:20:20,510 --> 01:20:24,670 and Regulation Committee, which I am the first district 1237 01:20:24,670 --> 01:20:26,030 representative of. 1238 01:20:26,030 --> 01:20:30,510 On June 25, I attended the OCFA Board and Executive 1239 01:20:30,510 --> 01:20:31,610 Committee meeting. 1240 01:20:31,610 --> 01:20:35,150 On July 3, again, we had an Orange County Fire Authority 1241 01:20:35,150 --> 01:20:37,350 chief recruitment meeting. 1242 01:20:37,350 --> 01:20:42,350 On July 8, I got to speak at the Chugh Law Firm 1243 01:20:42,350 --> 01:20:44,910 with four kids from Artesia and La Palma. 1244 01:20:44,910 --> 01:20:45,970 There are youths. 1245 01:20:45,970 --> 01:20:47,750 Every time I get that opportunity 1246 01:20:47,750 --> 01:20:51,270 to speak to our children, they are our future leaders, 1247 01:20:51,270 --> 01:20:53,310 and they are going through a program-- an 1248 01:20:53,310 --> 01:20:55,190 eight-week internship program. 1249 01:20:55,190 --> 01:20:58,310 So it was an opportunity to engage about what I do 1250 01:20:58,310 --> 01:21:00,510 and how I work in my role as mayor 1251 01:21:00,510 --> 01:21:02,850 and my businesses and things like that 1252 01:21:02,850 --> 01:21:04,590 and also my nonprofits. 1253 01:21:04,590 --> 01:21:06,830 So it was a good time. 1254 01:21:06,830 --> 01:21:08,670 July 10, I attended an Orange County 1255 01:21:08,670 --> 01:21:12,450 Fire Authority meeting in regards to closed session items. 1256 01:21:12,450 --> 01:21:15,890 July 12, I attended the Youth Action Committee meeting, 1257 01:21:15,890 --> 01:21:18,910 which was on a Sunday, to present awards to students 1258 01:21:18,910 --> 01:21:21,030 from the City of La Palma. 1259 01:21:21,030 --> 01:21:24,870 On July 14, I attended the grand opening of Minuteman. 1260 01:21:24,870 --> 01:21:26,470 Again, shop local. 1261 01:21:26,470 --> 01:21:29,670 We want to encourage residents and outside of the cities 1262 01:21:29,670 --> 01:21:33,030 to use our businesses. 1263 01:21:33,030 --> 01:21:39,730 And then July 15, I attended ACCOC board meeting. 1264 01:21:39,730 --> 01:21:42,260 I'm going to go back to July 4 because I skipped it. 1265 01:21:42,260 --> 01:21:45,720 I'd just got back from India at about 2 o'clock 1266 01:21:45,720 --> 01:21:50,280 and got an invitation from a member in our community 1267 01:21:50,280 --> 01:21:53,040 that they were hosting a barbecue. 1268 01:21:53,040 --> 01:21:55,240 This is the beauty of our city. 1269 01:21:55,240 --> 01:21:56,980 We had police there. 1270 01:21:56,980 --> 01:21:59,120 We had the Fire Authority there. 1271 01:21:59,120 --> 01:22:02,560 We had neighbors from all over that neighborhood there. 1272 01:22:02,560 --> 01:22:04,640 And it was a fun time to be able to go 1273 01:22:04,640 --> 01:22:07,600 and engage with our community. 1274 01:22:07,600 --> 01:22:11,880 July 15, I had the honor of meeting 1275 01:22:11,880 --> 01:22:16,920 our Indian ambassador that came in from Washington, DC. 1276 01:22:16,920 --> 01:22:20,760 On July 16, I had a tour with Assembly Member 1277 01:22:20,760 --> 01:22:24,280 Chen with Edward Life Sciences. 1278 01:22:24,280 --> 01:22:27,520 Anybody in the public familiar with Edward Life Sciences? 1279 01:22:27,520 --> 01:22:33,420 They make the catheters and the stents that go into it. 1280 01:22:33,420 --> 01:22:37,740 This is pretty-- it's home to us because a lot of my family, 1281 01:22:37,740 --> 01:22:42,960 we had a brother pass away from a heart attack at the age of 37. 1282 01:22:42,960 --> 01:22:44,540 And we have genetic heart disease. 1283 01:22:44,540 --> 01:22:47,400 So seeing what Edward Life Science does 1284 01:22:47,400 --> 01:22:49,440 and what they've been around and the technology 1285 01:22:49,440 --> 01:22:52,160 that they are using, it was phenomenal to be 1286 01:22:52,160 --> 01:22:55,720 able to get a tour and see that they have really 1287 01:22:55,720 --> 01:23:00,120 led the medical device industry and the technology 1288 01:23:00,120 --> 01:23:03,360 that they're coming up with. 1289 01:23:03,360 --> 01:23:07,320 On July 16, that day, we also had CAB interviews 1290 01:23:07,320 --> 01:23:09,440 with Mayor Pro Tem for the Community 1291 01:23:09,440 --> 01:23:11,100 Activities and Beautification. 1292 01:23:11,100 --> 01:23:16,400 On July 22, I attended the CJPIA annual board meeting 1293 01:23:16,400 --> 01:23:21,220 with other cities that came from all across California, 1294 01:23:21,220 --> 01:23:23,020 and we hosted them in La Palma. 1295 01:23:23,020 --> 01:23:24,200 So it was an honor to see everybody 1296 01:23:24,200 --> 01:23:26,160 come into La Palma, all the dignitaries 1297 01:23:26,160 --> 01:23:28,200 that came in for that. 1298 01:23:28,200 --> 01:23:34,080 On July 27, I attended an event saying goodbye to our US 1299 01:23:34,080 --> 01:23:36,720 ambassador Michelle Steele. 1300 01:23:36,720 --> 01:23:39,560 It was an honor to be invited with a small, select group 1301 01:23:39,560 --> 01:23:43,040 of people and wish her well as the US ambassador 1302 01:23:43,040 --> 01:23:45,120 to South Korea. 1303 01:23:45,120 --> 01:23:49,160 And luckily, I have the privilege of calling her friend. 1304 01:23:49,160 --> 01:23:53,047 On July 29, I got to visit the OCVIBE. 1305 01:23:53,047 --> 01:23:54,680 I don't know if you're familiar with what's going 1306 01:23:54,680 --> 01:23:56,960 on and being built in Anaheim. 1307 01:23:56,960 --> 01:24:00,440 And we took a tour through that. 1308 01:24:00,440 --> 01:24:02,640 A lot is being developed there. 1309 01:24:02,640 --> 01:24:06,680 And a lot of jobs have been created because it 1310 01:24:06,680 --> 01:24:08,880 is used through unions. 1311 01:24:08,880 --> 01:24:11,960 All work has been done through local unions. 1312 01:24:11,960 --> 01:24:15,840 So it's a great way to help bring in revenue 1313 01:24:15,840 --> 01:24:20,240 and build a job force for our residents 1314 01:24:20,240 --> 01:24:22,200 and neighboring cities. 1315 01:24:22,200 --> 01:24:24,440 July 30, I attended Concerts in the Park. 1316 01:24:24,440 --> 01:24:29,840 And August 4, today, we got to recognize all of our volunteers 1317 01:24:29,840 --> 01:24:32,280 that make La Palma what it is. 1318 01:24:32,280 --> 01:24:33,300 This is special to me. 1319 01:24:33,300 --> 01:24:35,720 I know we're bringing this back. 1320 01:24:35,720 --> 01:24:39,680 In 2011, I was named La Palma Volunteer of the Year 1321 01:24:39,680 --> 01:24:43,200 when I wasn't on council, so it's really special to see 1322 01:24:43,200 --> 01:24:44,780 it come back to our city. 1323 01:24:44,780 --> 01:24:48,360 So thank you to our city staff, Jason, our Community 1324 01:24:48,360 --> 01:24:50,920 Recreation Service Manager, for making 1325 01:24:50,920 --> 01:24:52,600 that happen with this team. 1326 01:24:52,600 --> 01:24:55,160 And I'd like to recognize [? Dixon ?] 1327 01:24:55,160 --> 01:24:59,320 [? Liu, ?] who was named 2026 La Palma Volunteer of the Year. 1328 01:24:59,320 --> 01:25:02,200 Big shout out to him. 1329 01:25:02,200 --> 01:25:06,300 He's been in this city 40-plus years and never been recognized. 1330 01:25:06,300 --> 01:25:08,720 And it was our honor to recognize him for all the work 1331 01:25:08,720 --> 01:25:09,840 that he does. 1332 01:25:09,840 --> 01:25:12,700 And to Michael and LaTanya, like I said, 1333 01:25:12,700 --> 01:25:14,160 I'm jealous of your driveway. 1334 01:25:14,160 --> 01:25:16,160 Your roof too, I was looking at that too now. 1335 01:25:16,160 --> 01:25:18,880 So thank you very much for what you do 1336 01:25:18,880 --> 01:25:20,380 to keep your house up to date. 1337 01:25:20,380 --> 01:25:23,400 And like I said, it takes time, investment, and money. 1338 01:25:23,400 --> 01:25:25,120 And thank you for putting it to good use 1339 01:25:25,120 --> 01:25:28,440 to making sure that it's a model home for the neighborhood. 1340 01:25:28,440 --> 01:25:32,000 Also, again, American Red Cross, phenomenal work that they do. 1341 01:25:32,000 --> 01:25:34,930 And to our Volunteens, they're really 1342 01:25:34,930 --> 01:25:39,570 special because these kids are our future leaders. 1343 01:25:39,570 --> 01:25:41,250 And when I say this, one day they're 1344 01:25:41,250 --> 01:25:43,890 going to come back and sit up here and lead this city. 1345 01:25:43,890 --> 01:25:45,930 So thank you to all of them too. 1346 01:25:45,930 --> 01:25:49,390 I'm going to pass it on to City Manager. 1347 01:25:49,390 --> 01:25:51,290 Do you have any remarks? 1348 01:25:51,290 --> 01:25:52,650 Yes, thank you, Mayor. 1349 01:25:52,650 --> 01:25:55,290 I have three brief announcements. 1350 01:25:55,290 --> 01:25:58,230 Of course, Mayor Pro Tem Baker briefly mentioned, 1351 01:25:58,230 --> 01:26:00,450 but our Civic Expo, National Night Out, 1352 01:26:00,450 --> 01:26:03,790 and Hometown Heroes Concert will be held this Thursday, 1353 01:26:03,790 --> 01:26:07,690 August 6, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. 1354 01:26:07,690 --> 01:26:11,930 There will be food trucks, a family fun zone, a resource fair 1355 01:26:11,930 --> 01:26:14,690 of city departments and partner agencies, 1356 01:26:14,690 --> 01:26:18,970 and live music performed by Stone Soul. 1357 01:26:18,970 --> 01:26:24,130 The second announcement is beginning this Friday, August 7, 1358 01:26:24,130 --> 01:26:26,930 the city will be hosting our Central Park Cinema 1359 01:26:26,930 --> 01:26:29,250 Series for the next four weeks. 1360 01:26:29,250 --> 01:26:32,650 It is free and begins at 8:00 PM. 1361 01:26:32,650 --> 01:26:35,270 The first movie will be Back to the Future, 1362 01:26:35,270 --> 01:26:38,890 followed by Zootopia 2, The Karate Kid, 1363 01:26:38,890 --> 01:26:42,170 and How to Train Your Dragon. 1364 01:26:42,170 --> 01:26:47,450 And finally, next Thursday, August 13, at 6:30 PM, 1365 01:26:47,450 --> 01:26:50,410 in partnership with the Pacific Symphony, 1366 01:26:50,410 --> 01:26:54,530 we will be hosting the Symphony on the Go at Central Park. 1367 01:26:54,530 --> 01:26:56,390 It is also free. 1368 01:26:56,390 --> 01:26:58,410 And they will be performing An Evening 1369 01:26:58,410 --> 01:27:01,870 at the Opera and Broadway, including Bernstein, 1370 01:27:01,870 --> 01:27:03,530 Gershwin, and Mozart. 1371 01:27:03,530 --> 01:27:05,790 So we invite the community to join us. 1372 01:27:05,790 --> 01:27:06,690 Thank you. 1373 01:27:06,690 --> 01:27:07,630 Thank you, City Manager. 1374 01:27:07,630 --> 01:27:09,930 City Attorney, do you have any remarks? 1375 01:27:09,930 --> 01:27:10,530 Thank you, Mayor. 1376 01:27:10,530 --> 01:27:11,410 No remarks. 1377 01:27:11,410 --> 01:27:14,440 OK, we're going to adjourn at 7:31. 1378 01:27:14,440 --> 01:27:31,000