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City Council Honors Phyllis Taylor on Her 100th Birthday
The City Council issued a proclamation honoring Phyllis Taylor on her 100th birthday. The proclamation detailed her life, including her birth on July 4th, 1926, her education, her work in Japan, her marriage to John Worthy Taylor, her move to Orange, raising her son Stephen, and her continued active and independent life in the city. Phyllis Taylor was present to receive the honor.
Mayor Announces Vacancies on City Boards, Commissions, and Committees
Mayor Slater announced current vacancies on various city boards, commissions, and committees, including the audit committee, CDBG committee, design review committee, investment advisory committee, and planning commission. Applications are available on the city's website.
City Council Approves Consent Calendar Unanimously
The City Council approved the consent calendar unanimously with six votes and one absence. The motion was made by Councilmember Barrios and seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez. Councilmember Gutierrez clarified a mix-up in the recording of who made the motion and second.
City Council Proclaims July 2026 as Parks Make Life Better Month
The City Council issued a proclamation recognizing July 2026 as Parks Make Life Better Month. This proclamation highlights the importance of parks and recreation in promoting physical, emotional, and mental health, fostering social connections, and enhancing the quality of life for residents. Emily Bustamani, representing the Community and Library Services Department, accepted the proclamation and encouraged residents to visit the city's 23 parks.
City Council Holds Second Public Hearing on Draft City Charter, Discusses Key Provisions and Concerns
The City Council held a second public hearing on the draft city charter. Several proposed changes and clarifications were discussed, including open space protection for the Soley Miller site, clarification on term limit resets, property rights protection, public utility sales, temporary vacancy/disqualification procedures, and the benefits of a charter city (government structure, self-governance, public contracting). Council members expressed concerns and provided feedback on district boundaries, term limits, eligibility requirements, ethical misconduct language, concurrent office holding, and specific charter language for areas like the Soley Miller site and balanced budgets. Staff will incorporate feedback for the next meeting.
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