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Lopez asked staff to research best practices and return a full implementation plan. The chief of police confirmed officers already wear body-worn cameras with a 30-second buffer, but vehicle-mounted systems (dash cams) would be a separate system requiring retrofit, data storage and policy decisions. The chief said the department has roughly 50\u0000to\u000054 patrol vehicles that would be candidates for retrofitting, and that camera solutions vary (forward-facing dash cams, roof-mounted 360-degree systems, or interior cameras for the passenger compartment), each with different costs and legal/privacy implications.

Council members asked for a report that includes which agencies use vehicle cameras and when they started, whether interior cameras are feasible, expected procurement and storage costs (the city currently stores body-worn camera footage in a cloud-based evidence system), and how dash cams would change procedures. Councilmember Becerra and others asked staff to consider alternatives or complementary investments such as license-plate readers and targeted public-safety camera deployments.

Council direction and timing: Staff and the police chief were asked to return with a detailed report and cost estimate at the council's second meeting in January, including technical options, annual operating costs for data storage, staffing or vendor support and recommended policy safeguards addressing privacy and retention.

Why it matters: Vehicle cameras can document incidents that occur inside or en route in patrol vehicles and can provide an evidentiary record for both employee conduct and civilian complaints. The council emphasized balancing transparency with cost and privacy protections for detained persons and officers.

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What staff presented: Community Development Director Mike Garcia said the city has 488 PSH units across 11 developments. For the July 2024\u0000through June 2025 reporting window several fully project-based PSH properties recorded high calls for service: The Orchard (336 calls) and Casa Querrencia (306 calls), including trespassing and narcotics complaints. Garcia said the city exceeded HUD\u0000minimum inspection requirements (HUD requires 20% sampling every two years) and in 2025 shifted to inspecting every unit twice a year.

Actions already taken: After narcotics-related warrants and seizures earlier in 2025, the Santa Ana Housing Authority issued notices to comply and the owner of The Orchard replaced property management (now Quality Management Group) and implemented 24/7 security at the site beginning April 7. Staff said Mercy House provides on-site supportive services, and the city will increase coordination with the provider, the property manager and SAPD.

Next steps and staff recommendations: Garcia outlined additional measures the housing authority will pursue: monthly meetings with property managers and SAPD commanders, monthly tracking of calls for service at PSH sites, random inspections (staff proposed sampling five units at 100% PSH properties with tenant notice), notices to comply where warranted, and exploring memoranda of understanding modeled on the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles Community Safety Partnership.

Council reaction: Councilmember Phil Becerra pressed for more results-oriented actions, saying repeated police warrants and continuing narcotics calls show current steps are insufficient and urging staff to return with measures that reduce calls for service rather than procedural changes. Multiple councilmembers asked staff to publish quarterly data showing calls for service and inspection outcomes so the council and public can monitor progress.

Why it matters: The developments are intended as long-term housing and include residents with serious physical and behavioral health needs. Council members emphasized a dual responsibility: protect vulnerable tenants and hold owners/operators accountable when criminal activity or safety problems persist.

Requested reporting: The council asked staff to return with a timeline and quarterly public updates and to coordinate with SAPD to increase on-site safety checks and community-building activities with residents to reduce turnover and improve conditions.

","Staff reported repeated calls for service at several permanent supportive housing sites and outlined stepped-up inspections, new property management and 24/7 security at The Orchard; council members asked for quarterly progress reports and faster, results-oriented remedies.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6450268,"Santa Ana council orders outside investigation after officers—file complaints against Councilmember Hernandez",1418,1260000,2678000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5906114-e84b2d827464f595ed6effdd4b5573b3&start=1260&end=2678","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5906114-e84b2d827464f595ed6effdd4b5573b3/thumbnail_1260000.jpg","/articles/6450268/Santa-Ana/Orange-County/California/Santa-Ana-council-orders-outside-investigation-after-officersfile-complaints-against-Councilmember-Hernandez","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6450268-db3bb991b7e003fecc1dc556a05ba86c/orig.mp4?Expires=1771094539&Signature=m9pEfLx6ViM8CD7PAqBsXS1futsjwiyF-W1pnd6nr0BBu7khuOcQN6fBFI5cXKnQTDMZq0x1vdrp5xH9qtpF5pZfLobpFIu8PuOjhaA57kPM90yzwQCOqyTskYasOBegbGxOx0M3TNLyX4wJEkz7kbjJ5DjF2Ya3UNXn9lrK8fuJRGaUYA3LXLcro07THOr-TCe--58E1RL6spCEFjqDTA1wWVzZLJW7~rTXSNzmpBAwL7jxy8cbo7j1c2tJ0w7-~ZjSuKdNkJSIo0iLI31ZBxxzKbbrk9YUotZYGij450pTW5IN7cPeIbswzohWrbhD0YUZhCfJOnfmwTZPFu43vw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Santa Ana City Council on Oct. 7 agreed to open a formal, independent investigation into complaints filed by three Santa Ana police officers against Councilmember Jonathan Hernandez, voting 4-2 to direct staff to retain an outside investigator and return the report at the council\u0000meeting in early January.

Hernandez addressed the council before the vote, defending his public criticism of police actions and saying his remarks are protected political speech. The city attorney told the council that human resources had already processed personnel complaints internally but that the council retains a separate role under the city\u0000charter to consider ethics-related actions and possible censure. The attorney advised the council on options including appointing an ad hoc committee or engaging outside counsel.

Council members who supported pursuing an independent probe said due process for both officers and the councilmember is essential and that an outside review would help the city resolve competing accounts and manage legal risk. Councilmember Penalosa and Mayor Pro Tem Vasquez both voiced concern about protecting staff and avoiding possible costly litigation; several councilmembers said they would support whatever the investigator found. Hernandez recused himself from the vote.

The motion, made by Mayor Meskwah and seconded by Councilmember Fan, carried 4 ayes (Becerra, Penalosa, Fan, Mayor Meskwah) and 2 nays (Lopez, Mayor Pro Tem Vasquez). The council directed staff to contract for an independent investigation and return findings at the first council meeting in January.

Why it matters: The decision formalizes a public process separate from the internal HR review and makes an independent record that the council can act on publicly. Council members framed the move as both a protection for city employees and a way to preserve the constitutional and procedural rights of an elected official.

What council directed: Staff were instructed to secure an independent investigator, coordinate with HR and the city attorney to preserve confidentiality where required, and provide a written report and recommendations at the council's first January meeting. The city attorney said the council must be specific about alleged ethics-code violations if it wants a draft censure resolution returned for consideration.

Public comment and context: The item drew sustained public comment both for and against Hernandez. Some speakers urged the council to protect free speech and accused the police association of political influence; others urged due process for city employees and warned of legal exposure. City staff reiterated that internal processes for harassment and retaliation complaints continued concurrently.

Next steps: Staff will begin the procurement process to hire an independent investigator; the council asked that the final product be publicly presented at the first meeting in January so members and the public can consider next steps, which may include a resolution of censure or no further action.

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1) Formal independent investigation (agenda item 21)
- Motion: Direct staff to procure an independent investigation into complaints filed by three police officers against Councilmember Jonathan Hernandez and return a written report at the first January council meeting.
- Mover/Second: Mayor Meskwah / Councilmember Fan
- Vote: 4 ayes, 2 nays; Councilmember Hernandez recused (ayes: Becerra, Penalosa, Fan, Mayor Meskwah; nays: Lopez, Mayor Pro Tem Vasquez)
- Outcome: Approved (see separate article)

2) Agreement with Ptolemy for rental registry portal (agenda item 10, consent)
- Motion: Approve agreement to implement/operate rental registry portal using rental-registry fee revenue.
- Vote: Unanimous (7-0)
- Notes: Staff said the rental-registry revenue track is expected to produce roughly $2.2 million annually and the contract is funded by those fees.

3) Third amendment to rotational towing and storage services (agenda item 20)
- Motion: Approve third amendment to rotational towing/storage agreement for police department.
- Vote: 5 ayes, 1 nay, 1 recusal (aye: Becerra, Hernadez, Fan, Vasquez, Mayor Meskwah; nay: Lopez; recusal: Penalosa)
- Outcome: Approved

4) Naming park at Bristol & Tolliver as Salvador Quintana Park (agenda item 19)
- Motion: Approve naming of new park Salvador Quintana Park
- Vote: Unanimous (7-0)
- Outcome: Approved

5) Consent calendar and housing authority items
- Consent calendar items 3 through 18 approved (item 5 previously withdrawn; item 10 pulled for separate vote)
- Housing Authority consent items 1 through 3 approved 7-0.

Notes: Several items were continued, pulled for discussion, or had recusal disclosures documented in the minutes. Where a formal vote was recorded on an ordinance or contract, it is reflected above.","Summary of formal actions and roll-call results from the Oct. 7 Santa Ana City Council meeting, including the vote to authorize an independent investigation related to possible censure and approvals on contracts and park naming.","actionData","errors"]

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