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Home My WebLink About01 - PH-1 - Additional Documents - 7/12/2016ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 PROPOSAL 3 6 DISTRICT MAP TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: July 12 District meeting letter ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 -----Original Message ---- From: Barrie Fisher [mailto:bfisher.cm@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, July 12, 2016 6:06 AM To: CITY COUNCIL <CITYCOUNCIL@ci.costa-mesa.ca.us> Subject: July 12 District meeting letter City Council of Costa Mesa, My name is Barrie Fisher and I live in the Sunshine Homes at Pomona and Victoria which will be located in the proposed District 4. I feel proposal 3 of 6 districts with a directly elected mayor would allow for the best representation of our city. I feel College Park should be left intact due the impacts of the OC Fair, Pacific Amphitheater and OCC on this one area. These impacts directly affect the College Park area so they should remain intact with their own representation for dealing with those concerns. While I understand the need to move to districting for specific neighborhood representation, I believe the position of Mayor is critical to maintain as an elected position with the Mayor representing our city as a whole. This position should be elected by the majority of Costa Mesa residents rather than being an appointed position. Sincerely, Barrie Fisher 2163 Puente Ave Costa Mesa, CA TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: Input on vote for new Districts ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: Margaret Nolde[mailto:margaretn63@sbcglobal.net] Sent: Tuesday, July 12, 2016 7:13 AM To: Margaret Nolde <margaretn63@sbcglobal.net> Subject: Input on vote for new Districts Dear City Council Member, I am a Costa Mesa Resident and wish to convey to you that I am in favor of Alternative 3 - Adoption of 6 districts and city-wide residential election of the Mayor. Thank you, Margaret Nolde TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: Voting Districts ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 -----Original Message ----- From: sandranian [mailto:sandranian@yahoo.com] Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 11:49 AM To: GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.green@costamesaca.gov> Subject: Voting Districts Dear Councilmembers: I have followed with interest the discussions surrounding the proposals for councilmember districts in Costa Mesa. I am against any "districting" and division within the city, as I believe that the separate interests will lead to gridlock and to councilmembers voting their particular district's best interests, anc not the best interests of the city as a whole. This would be especially true of the 5 -district model which has been proposed, as it fails to properly account for College Park's residents and appear to arbitrarily split the city into large unwieldy and arbitrarily -drawn districts. The reality is that the city is being forced to district because of a lawsuit, and as such, this letter is to voice my support for Option THREE, which, as I understand it would include 6 councilmember districts and a mayor position voted on "at large." I believe that it is important that the city have a representative who answers to a constituency made up of all the people in the city, not just a particular neighborhood. This would add a voice and a perspective which would differ from the councilmembers' point of view and in my opinion, would bring proper balance to the City Council. It would also allow for more representation on the City Council, which is a positive thing. Thank you for your consideration in this matter. Stephan H. Andranian Costa Mesa resident (East Side) This E-mail is covered by the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 U.S.C. §§ 2510-2521 and is legally privileged. This information is confidential information and is intended only for the use of the individual or entity named above. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: District Voting ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 ----Original Message ----- From: MARCIA A REBLIN [mailto:trustmarcia@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 9:18 PM To: GENIS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA <KATRINA.FOLEY@costamesaca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.MONAHAN@costamesaca.gov>; jim.righelimer@costamesaca.gov; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN.MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov>; GREEN, BRENDA <brendo.green@costamesaca.gov> Subject: District Voting Dear City Council of Costa Mesa, My name is Marcia Reblin and I recently celebrated my first year anniversary as a resident of Costa Mesa. I currently live in the San Michel community (Proposed District 4). I support the districting proposal for 6 districts (keeping College Park in tact) and a city-wide elected Mayor. While I understand the need to move to districting for specific neighborhood representation, I believe the position of Mayor is critical to maintain an elected position that is charged with representing the combined needs of our city as a whole. This position should be elected by a majority of Costa Mesans and not appointed. Thanks in advance for your consideration, Marcia Reblin 480-540-8989 TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: Districts ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: Louise Rose [mailto:y2ksuzyo@netscape.net] Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 10:50 PM To: GENTS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA<KATRINA.FOLEY@costamesaca.eov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.MONAHAN@costamesaca.eov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM<JIM.RIGHEIMER@costamesaca.aov>; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN.MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov>; GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.ereen@costamesaca.Rov> Subject: Districts My name is Louise Rose and I am a 50 year resident of Costa Mesa. I currently live in the Halecrest Community, Proposed district 2. I support proposal 3 for 6 districts and a city-wide elected Mayor. As I read the maps, if you choose Proposal one, this will split the Hispanic community with a primarily Caucasian voting community (College Park). By choosing Proposal one we negate the original purpose of having separate Districts. Proposal 3 will give us 6 Districts with District's 4 and 5 being primarily Hispanic. District 4 having the largest Hispanic voting population, pretty much ensuring a candidate that will truly represent the Hispanic community. While I understand the need to move to District's for specific neighborhood representation, I believe the position of Mayor is critical to maintain an elected position that is charged with representing the combined needs of our city as a whole. This position should be elected by a majority of Costa Mesans and not appointed. Sincerely, Louise Rose 3046 Warren Lane Costa Mesa, CA 92626 714/235-1514 TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: District Voting ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: Kelly Stewart [mailto:KellyS@gaemspge.com] Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 10:00 PM To: GENIS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA <KATRINA. FOLEY@costa mesaca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.MONAHAN@costamesaca.gov>; jim.righemer@costamesaca.gov; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN.MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov>; GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.green@costamesaca.gov> Subject: District Voting Dear city of Costa Mesa, My name is Kelly Stewart and I have been a Costa Mesa resident for the past 10 years. I currently live in the San Michel community (Proposed District 4). I support the districting proposal for 6 districts (keeping College Park in tact) and a city-wide elected Mayor. While I understand the need to move to districting for specific neighborhood representation, I believe the position of Mayor is critical to maintain an elected position that is charged with representing the combined needs of our city as a whole. This position should be elected by a majority of Costa Mesans and not appointed. Sincerely, Kelly Stewart L � Zt Kelly Stewart I VP of Sales keIIvs0gaemspee.com GAEMS, Inc 1714-469-0436 2517152nd Ave NE, STE 16, Redmond, WA 98052 &GAEMS e.com TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: District Voting ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: Kelly Stewart[mailto:shamrocker4sales@gmail.comj Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 10:04 PM To: GENTS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA<KATRINA. FOLEY@costa mesa ca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY<GARY.MONAHAN@costamesaca.gov>; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN. MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov>; lim.righemer@costamesaca.gov; GREEN, BRENDA <bre n da.green @costa mesaca.gov> Subject: Re: District Voting Dear City of Costa Mesa, My name is Gregory Stewart and I have been a Costa Mesa resident for the past 10 years. I currently live in the San Michel community (Proposed District 4). I support the district proposal for 6 districts (keeping College Park in tact) and a city-wide elected Mayor. While I understand the need to move to districting for specific neighborhood representation, I believe the position of Mayor is critical to maintain an elected position that is charged with representing the combined needs of our city as a whole. This position should be elected by a majority of Costa Mesans and not appointed. Sincerely, Gregory Stewart TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: Costa Mesa Districts ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: Lysa Ray[mailto:lvsaray.campaignservices@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 8:01 PM To: GENIS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA<KATRINA.FOLEY@costamesaca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.MONAHAN@costamesaca.goy>; RIGHEIMER, JIM<JIM.RIGHEIMER@costamesaca.gov>; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN.MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov>; GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.green@costamesaca.goy> Subject: Costa Mesa Districts Dear City Council of Costa Mesa, My name is Lysa Ray and I am a 48 year resident of Costa Mesa. I currently live in the South Coast Metro area (proposed district 2) 1 support the districting proposal for 6 districts (keeping College Park in tact) and a city-wide elected Mayor. While I understand the need to move to districting for specific neighborhood representation, I believe the position of Mayor is critical to maintain an elected position that is charged with representing the combined needs of our city as a whole. This position should be elected by a majority of Costa Mesans and not appointed. Sincerely, Lysa Ray 542 Traverse Dr Costa Mesa, CA 92626 TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: District Voting ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 ----Original Message ----- From: Julie Fowler [mailto:jf4jack@yahoo.com] Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 6:30 PM To: GENIS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA <KATRINA.FOLEY@costamesaca.gov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM<JIM.RIGHEIMER@costamesaca.gov>; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN.MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov>; GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.green@costamesaca.gov> Subject: District Voting Dear City Council of Costa Mesa, My name is Julie Fowler and I am a 25 year resident of Costa Mesa. I currently live in the San Michel community (Proposed District 4). I support the districting proposal for 6 districts (keeping College Park in fact) and a city-wide elected Mayor. While I understand the need to move to districting for specific neighborhood representation, I believe the position of Mayor is critical to maintain an elected position that is charged with representing the combined needs of our city as a whole. This position should be elected by a majority of Costa Mesons and not appointed. Sincerely, Julie Fowler TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: District Voting ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 -----Original Message ----- From: Diana [mailto:diana.aboukhalil@yahoo.com] Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 6:44 PM To: GENIS, SANDRA <SAN DRA.GEN IS@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA <KATRINA.FOLEY@costamesaca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.MONAHAN@costamesaca.gov>; stephen.mensinger@costamesaca.com; GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.green@costamesaca.gov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM <JIM.RIGHEIMER@costamesaca.gov> Subject: District Voting Dear City Council of Costa Mesa, My name is Diana Will and I am a 15 year resident of Costa Mesa. I currently live in the San Michel community (Proposed District 4). 1 support the districting proposal for 6 districts (keeping College Park in tact) and a city-wide elected Mayor. While I understand the need to move to districting for specific neighborhood representation, I believe the position of Mayor is critical to maintain an elected position that is charged with representing the combined needs of our city as a whole. This position should be elected by a majority of Costa Mesons and not appointed. Sincerely, Diana Will Sent from my iPhone TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: Support Option #3 - 6 Districts with Directly Elected Mayor ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: Jim Fitzpatrick [mailto:iimfitzeco@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 5:27 PM To: GENIS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA<KATRINA.FOLEY@costamesaca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY<GARY.MONAHAN@costamesaca.gov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM<JIM.RIGHEIMER@costamesaca.gov>; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN.MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov> Cc: GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.green@costamesaca.gov> Subject: Support Option #3 - 6 Districts with Directly Elected Mayor Dear City Council, I have supported the concept of a directly elected Mayor for some time as I think we need a representative that can gamer support of the majority of our city, to represent our city in its entirety. With the requirement to separate into Districts, and all those elected to champion the District that elected them, it is a necessity to have a city wide Mayor that places the interests of the entire city first. The Mayor would carry more clout Regionally, Statewide and even Nationally having greater impact on policies that will benefit Costa Mesa. A directly elected Mayor works well in surrounding cities like Anaheim, Irvine and Santa Ana. If you model after Mesa Water Districts, a map that is tested to work well, the option for 6 Districts makes the most sense as it best balances total populations with the neighborhoods that make the most sense. Several options segregate neighborhoods like College Park that has zero in common with District #4, yet aligns interests with Mesa Del Mar, Orange Coast College, OC Fairgrounds. That is an unacceptable situation. So, a directly elected Mayor is best. Having 6 Districts offers the opportunity for more compact Districts, with interests more closely aligned. Please support Option #3, Directly Elected Mayor with 6 Districts Jim Fitzpatrick Eastside Resident TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: Public Hearing #1 -Voting District Formation From: Brett Eckles [mai Ito:beckles@ ecklesconstruction.comj Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 3:23 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <CITYCOUNCIL@ci.costa-mesa.ca.us> Cc: HATCH, THOMAS <THOMAS. HATCH Ca@costa mesaca.gov>; GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.ereen@costamesaca.eov> Subject: Public Hearing #1 -Voting District Formation Good afternoon Mayor and City Council Members. I am a resident of Costa Mesa and would like to express my support to create a six city council district model and directly elected mayor at large. I do not agree with the district model for our city, but I do understand the realities that will be forced upon the city if we do not district and as such I'd like our elected leaders to vote this option forward unto the November ballot in lieu of an outside judicial mandate. I believe a city of our size and our demographic make-up is best suited by 6 districts. In the proposed map, I feel the district lines will keep historically connected neighborhoods in -tact, while also ensuring districts made up of high percentage of non -Caucasian citizens have the majority in order to elect representation that this process is trying to achieve. The other 5 district models presented could actually erode that majority of citizens and defeat this whole purpose. Also the proposed District which would include College Park area would actually be two totally different communities within one district. This is why the 6 district proposal makes sense in terms of current community make-up and also doesn't create any one "super district" in size or citizen make-up. One reason I disagree with districting in general is because no matter what a candidate or elected official says, human nature will be to prioritize one's home district when making decisions that will affect the entire city. Since we are forced to district, the six district model then helps in preventing several council members monopolizing decisions for their home districts while potentially harming others. In the six district model you will need a 4 person majority vote and I feel will be tougher to have "power" districts. Furthermore I am in favor of a generally elected mayor who represents all six districts and is not locked in to his or her home district. I feel this person can be a swing vote who may look at the city as a whole vs. one or two districts. For instance, 3 district council members could view something for that impacts their own districts and another three could feel this could harm their own districts. The mayor could then look at the positive or negative impact of said proposal from an entire city perspective and vote accordingly to break this tie. I feel the generally elected mayor then is held responsible to all the citizens of Costa Mesa, not his or her home district which may view things differently than the other five districts. For these reasons I am asking you to review, analyze, and ultimately vote to accept the six district model with a directly elected mayor at large. Thank you for your time and efforts in tackling this very challenging issue for our community. 8rettEckle* Eckles Construction, Inc. 8907 Warner Ave; Suite 239 Huntington Beach, CA 92647 714-843-5831, ext 103 714-848-1108 beckles n,ecklesconstruction.com TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: FW: City's District Map ADDITIONAL DOCUMENT FOR PH -1 From: Raymond Polverini [mailto:raymond.polverini@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 10:16 AM To: GENTS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS @costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA <KATRINA.FOLEY(c@costa mesa ca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.MONAHAN@costamesaca.gov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM<JIM.RIGHEIMER@costamesaca.gov>; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN.MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov> Cc: GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.green@costamesaca.gov> Subject: City's District Map Honorable Mayor, Mayor Pro Tempore, and City Council Members, My name is Raymond Polverini. I am a 19 -year resident of Costa Mesa and currently live in Costa Mesa. I support a government structure for the City which includes six districts and an elected mayor. Our City needs a city-wide mayor. It is my opinion that this structure works well in nearby cities such as Irvine and Anaheim and that this structure will provide the best government for our city. Thank you for considering my input. Raymond A. Polverini TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: FW: Options for voting districts . ADDITIONAL DOCUMENT FOR PH -1 -----Original Message ----- From: Ron Amburgey [mailto:rjamburgey@yahoo.com] Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 10:08 AM To: GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.green@costamesaca.gov> Subject: Options for voting districts . City Council Members, I am unable to attend the meeting on 7/12/16, but I'd like to give my opinion on voting districts. I would prefer option #3, which is six districts and a voted in Mayor. As a lifelong resident and an involved citizen , I think this option would give the voters the best representation . Thank you, Ron Amburgey. Sent from my Wad TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: FW: Costa Mesa Voting Districts ADDITIONAL DOCUMENT FOR PH -1 ----Original Message ----- From: Tracy Kawamoto [mailto:tjsk@me.com] Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 9:46 AM To: Mayor <Mayor@costamesaca.gov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM<JIM.RIGHEIMER@costamesaca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.MONAHAN@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA <KATRINA.FOLEY@costamesaca.gov>; GENIS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costamesaca.gov>; GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.green@costamesaca.gov>; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPH EN.M ENSINGER@costamesaca.gov> Subject: Costa Mesa Voting Districts Good morning everyone, I wanted to make sure that you received my and my husband's input for the voting districts. Both of us agree that if we must divide CM into districts, then 6 districts is better than 5. With that said, we also agree that an "at large" or citywide elected Mayor is best for CM. We think the mayor should be elected by Costa Mesa as a whole. Option 3 on the maps. I hope you take this information in consideration when you vote tomorrow. Please contact us if you have any questions. Tracy and Trevor Kawamoto 421 Enclave Circle Apt 204 Costa Mesa 92626 TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: FW: July 12 — Comments for Public Hearing on Voting Districts ADDITIONAL DOCUMENT FOR PH -1 From: Kaiser Bill [mailto:bill@brogun.com] Sent: Sunday, July 10, 2016 9:18 PM To: GENIS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costamesaca.aov>; FOLEY, KATRINA<KATRINA. FOLEY@costa mesa ca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.MONAHANC@costamesaca.gov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM<JIM.RIGHEIMER@costamesaca.gov>; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN.MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov>; GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.ereen@costamesaca.eov> Subject: Re: July 12 — Comments for Public Hearing on Voting Districts Costa Mesa City Council Members, I made a typing error on my previous email, I do not want a 5 district map I want 6 districts and a directly elected Mayor. Thank you again, Bill Kaiser 2581 Fairway Drive Costa Mesa, CA On Jul 10, 2016, at 8:23 PM, Kaiser Bill <bill@,brogun.com> wrote: Dear Costa Mesa City Council Members, My name is Bill Kaiser, I am a 20 year resident of East Side Costa Mesa. I am writing the council to ask for a change on their decision during the July 12th Public Hearing from a 6 district map with an elected mayor to a 5 district map. I ask that this be included on the ballot in November. I am in support of a 6 district map, specifically Proposal 1. I believe that this option best reflects the reality of our city and will bring unity to families who live and work in Costa Mesa and create a positive affect. Thank you for your time, Bill Kaiser 2581 Fairway Drive Costa Mesa. CA TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: FW: July 12 — Comments for Public Hearing on Voting Districts ADDITIONAL DOCUMENT FOR PH -1 From: Kaiser Felicia [mailto:fcubed@sbcglobal.net] Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 7:09 AM To: MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN.MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov> Cc: GENIS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA <KATRINA. FOLEY@costa mesaca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.MONAHAN @costa m esaca.gov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM<JIM.RIGHEIMER@costamesaca.gov>; GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.green@costa mesa ca.gov>; Kaiser Bill <bill@brogun.com> Subject: Re: July 12 — Comments for Public Hearing on Voting Districts [ Dear Costa Mesa City Council Members, My name is Felicia Kaiser, I am a 16 year resident of East Side Costa Mesa. I am writing the council to ask for a change on their decision during the July 12th Public Hearing from a 5 district map with an elected mayor to a 6 district map. I ask that this be included on the ballot in November. I am in support of a 6 district map, specifically Proposal 1. I believe that this option best reflects the reality of our city and will bring unity to families who live and work in Costa Mesa and create a positive affect. Thank you for your time, Felicia Kaiser 2581 Fairway Drive Costa Mesa. CA TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: FW: Districting of CM ADDITIONAL DOCUMENT FOR PH -1 From: Todd C Cowley [mailto:t.cowley@sbcglobal.net] Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 8:20 AM To: GREEN, BRENDA <bre nd a.gree n@costa mesa ca.goy> Subject: Districting of CM My name is Todd Cowley, I am a 25 year resident of Costa Mesa I currently live in Costa Mesa and serve as President of Costa Mesa American Little League and my wife Colleen is current PTA President at Davis Magnet School. 1 support the council's decision during the Public Hearing for a 6 district map with an elected mayor. This clearly represents what our City needs and City wide Mayor work well in surrounding City's like Irvine and Anaheim. I believe this will offer the most positive affect for our city. 1 am asking that you please forward my support, because I work and raise a family I was unable to attend the districting meetings and 1 hope I have a voice. I'd like to say I am against districts. However, from what I've gathered in the previous council meetings, that I've had the fortune of viewing online. WE ARE going to have to district because we've been muscled into the process by the threat of a lawsuit. Since it looks like we're going to district 1 would like to express my support of option three with the six district plans and favor having a mayor elected at large. Thank you, Todd Cowley 3125 McKinley way Costa Mesa, CA 92626 TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: Please vote FOR the 6 District Plan ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: John McLuckey[mailto:iohnmcluckev@sbcglobal.net] Sent: Sunday, July 10, 2016 7:36 PM To: GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.areen@costamesaca.gov> Subject: Please vote FOR the 6 District Plan My name is John McLuckey, I am a 24 year resident of Costa Mesa and currently reside in Mesa Verde and have been involved with youth sports for 17 of those years. I wholeheartedly support the council's decision to create a 6 district layout with a mayor decided by a popular vote. This clearly represents what our City needs, will elect an individual that will deal with each districts' needs and a city wide elected Mayor will be able to focus on City-wide issues while working with our neighboring cities. I also believe that each elected member will govern their District and make the proper decisions for their District with the best interests of the City in mind. We are large enough to handle this type of government yet small enough to understand that we are one city. Again, I am asking that you approve the plan to create 6 distinct districts with a representative that is to be voted on by each district. Thank you for your time, John McLuckey TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: Districting Comment ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: AdiosRich [mai lto:AdiosRich C�vahoo.com] Sent: Tuesday, July 12, 2016 12:18 PM To: GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.greenPcostamesaca.gov> Subject: Districting Comment Good afternoon Ms. Green, I have been a resident of Costa Mesa for many years. I would like to express my support for the directly elected mayor and option 3 in regards to the districting plan to be considered at tonight's city council meeting. I believe that, if this must happen, it will be better to have 6 districts rather than 4 as this will make each district smaller, but have the mayor presiding over the council as a representative of the entire city's population as a whole. I hope you will be able to pass this note on to the council for their consideration. Thank you, Richard Russell Kristina M. Bogner July 12, 2016 Costa Mesa City Council 77 Fair Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Dear Costa Mesa City Council: I am writing in concern over the recent developments in regards to creating voting districts for the city of Costa Mesa. When I first heard of this process and the meetings that were to ensue, I was a bit perplexed at the reasoning. At first, it seemed like it may be a great idea; so that the city would be divided in a manner where different neighborhoods could have their own representation. However;; as I began to do my research and I looked at the proposed districts and their numbers, I became more concerned as the maps and numbers didn't seem like they made much sense, If one of the primary reasons for these districts is to give the Hispanic community a stronger"voice," in what way will this be accomplished? It seems to me that there are residents of Hispanic decent in every part of the city (and State and Country, for that matter). Wouldn't these proposed districts dilute the "Hispanic voice," whatever that is? It doesn't make sense to me. I mean, how are the concerns of my Hispanic neighbors any different than anyone else's? Do we not all have the same concerns crime, homelessness, and how to make Costa Mesa the best place to raise our families? As it appears, I am on the "cusp" of different districts and am not even sure in which district we live. But, if I look at the maps, it appears that I would most likely be in District 3 or 4. Based on the numbers and the voter turn -out; it appears that for District 4 (which appears to have the highest Hispanic Surname population), only has about 500- 600 people in that district that actually vote. Why is that? How will this districting help if they cannot and/or do not vote, for whatever reason? Anyhow, apparently these districts are being forced upon us due to some lawsuit. So, if it has to be, then it appears my family and I would be in favor of Proposal 3, where it looks like I would be in District 3. This district includes Orange Coast College, Vanguard University, and the', stretches of Newport and HarborBoulevards that are of concern to my family and me. Again, since it looks like we will have to adopt these districts, I do like the fact that a person would need to choose whether he/she would like to run for Mayor DR for the representative for that particular district; and would not be able to run for Mayor simultaneously. Furthermore, in regards to electing a Mayor, it makes most sense to me that the Mayor of the City should be the person that receives the most votes, city-wide. I've never understood the "rotating Mayor" philosophy of some cities, although it works Costa Mesa City Council July 12, 2016 Page 2 for some. Do any other organizations operate in this manner? Does your boss rotate at your place of employment? I feel the Mayor should be the most qualified in every area of expertise that is needed to run the city. In closing, I would like it stipulated that I am not in favor of Districting as I believe it divides our cities in a time when I believe we need to unite. Especially in light of recent events, it saddens me to think we, as a society, are turning back the clocks 300 years. Thank you for your consideration of my concerns. Sincerely, ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PHS, Dear Council Members, I am not able to attend the meeting for voting on which district map to adopt but I recommend option 3 with 6 districts and a Mayor at Large who is accountable to the whole city and has the entire cities' best interest in mind. I think option 3 keeps the unique neighborhoods in tact, especially OCC/Fairgrounds with College Park and Mesa Del mar together. Thank you for your time and efforts in making our city one of the most desirable places in the Nation to live. Regards, Jim Kerins 3075 Molokai Place Costa Mesa, CA TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: Voting districts ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: Diana Olson fmailto:dianalolsonlCcDaol.coml Sent: Tuesday, July 12, 2016 12:43 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <CITYCOUNCIL@ci.costa-mesa.ca.us> Subject: Voting districts Dear City Council, I would like to express my support of the proposed six districts with a voted for Mayor. As a long time resident ( over 40 years) I believe having more representation in our local government would be good for Costa Mesa. Thank you, Diana Olson Eastside resident Sent from my iPhone Diana Olson Cell: 949-701-5246 TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: Districting - July 12, 2016 City Council Meeting Agenda Item 1 Comment ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: Robert Dickson (mailto:rdickson.cmpc@gmail.coml Sent: Tuesday, July 12, 2016 2:17 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <CITYCOUNCIL@ci.costa-mesa.ca.us> Subject: Districting -July 12, 2016 City Council Meeting Agenda Item 1 Comment Costa Mesa City Council 77 Fair Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Dear Costa Mesa City Council: I am completely opposed to districts in Costa Mesa, as it goes against citywide representative democracy - having council members ONLY concerned about serving the constituents in a limited geographic area means that council members will potentially not be concerned with impacts of their decisions on other districts. IF we are forced to have districts, the best option is Option 3 - better defined local districts with an at -large mayor who WILL be answerable to the entire city. Please vote for option 3. Thank you! Robert Dickson TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: voting districts From: Jim Fisler [mailto:i.fisler@sbcglobal.net] Sent: Tuesday, July 12, 2016 3:51 PM To: GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.green@costamesaca.gov> Cc: MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.MONAHAN@costamesaca.goy>; GEN IS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costamesaca.goy>; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN.MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA <KATRINA. FOLEY@costa mesa ca.gov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM <JIM.RIGHEIMER@costamesaca.gov> Subject: voting districts I am not able to attend tonights meeting. My thoughts: am elected to my position at Mesa Water by district. We have 5 districts. They work great. However the 5 districts plan the city has is not good as to how it relates to College Park area. Makes no sense. Thus we need 6 district plan which makes more sense. Being an even number we could have tie votes so we need a directly elected Mayor also. Thus, I support 6 districts with a direct/y elected mayor. We don't really need districts but since it is being forced upon us, now is the time for the directly elected mayor and government closest to the people with 6 districts. There are ballot initiatives being supported by some for a citizen vote on development in the city and on changes in Fairview Park. These citizens would naturally want to vote on the Mayor also in my opinion. Only makes sense, right? They want a say in issues the council usually handles-fairview park and development. The council usually handles the mayor part. Let the citizens do it! Regards, Jim Fisler Real Estate Consultant Torelli Realty iim@iimfisler.com www.iimfisler.com Tel. 714.423.4351 BRE#01392810 ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 PROPOSAL 1 5 DISTRICT MAP TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: July 12 -Comments for Public Hearing on Voting Districts ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: Kelly Evans [mailto:happyoutside@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 7:50 PM To: CITY CLERK <CITYCLERK@ci.costa-mesa.ca.us> Cc: MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN. MENSI NGER@costamesaca.gov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM <J I M.RIG HEIM ER@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA <KATRINA. FOLEY@costa mesaca.gov>; GENIS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costa mesaca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.MONAHAN@costamesaca.gov> Subject: July 12 -Comments for Public Hearing on Voting Districts Dear Ms. Green & City Council Members, My name is Kelly Evans, I have lived in Costa Mesa for 9 years and currently live on the East Side. I am a lead trainer at the Newport Beach YMCA and have 3 children in the NMUSD elementary schools. I am asking the council to change their decision during the July 121h Public Hearing from a 6 district map with an elected mayor to a 5 district map. This clearly represents what your constituents are in favor of and what the experts recommended. I am in strong support of a 5 district map, and specifically Proposal 1. 1 believe this will offer the most positive affect for our city. Again, I am asking that you change your decision on July 121h to a 5 district map to be included on the ballot in November. Thank you for your time, Kelly Evans TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: My opinion on this issue! ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: Ben Applebee[mailto:bapplebee@thecrossing.com] Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 3:24 PM To: DISTRICT ELECTIONS<districtelections@costamesaca.gov> Subject: My opinion on this issue! My name is Ben Applebee, I am a long time resident and employee of west side Costa Mesa. I own a home, have been extremely involved in our community as a pastor and I care deeply about helping resolve some of the challenges in our city by mobilizing people in our churches to engage in a practical, relational and strategic manner. I would like to ask the council to change their decision during the July 12th Public Hearing from a 6 district map with an elected mayor to a 5 district map. This option seems to clearly represent what your constituents are in favor of and what the experts recommended. It's my understanding that there were 106 unique people who participated in the four community meetings prior to the public hearing on Tuesday July 5th. The community input from those meetings was used in the demographer's final proposals and recommendation to the city. Prior to the meeting, 9 comments were submitted via the City Clerk's office and 16 spoke during the meeting. Of these 131 people, no one is on public record for supporting a 6 district map with an elected mayor. Consensus was that five districts are appropriate for the size of our city and offers fair representation to all parts. I'm opposed to 6 districts with an elected mayor because of the fact that one district will have two council members and dilute the representation of the other districts. I am in strong support of a 5 district map, and specifically Proposal 1. 1 believe this will offer the best representation and most positive affect for our city. Again, I'm asking that you change your decision on July 12th to a 5 district map to be included on the ballot in November. Thanks for your time in reading this! Ben Applebee Benjamin Applebee Pastor, The Crossing Church 2115 Newport Blvd. Bapplebee@t ecrossing.com office: (949) 764.1531 TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: FW: Special City Council meeting ADDITIONAL DOCUMENT FOR PH -1 From: Charlene Ashendorf [mailto:cmash.oc@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Charlene Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 8:00 AM To: GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.green@costamesaca.gov> Subject: Special City Council meeting Dear Members of the Costa Mesa City Council: This coming Tuesday, as you hold the final public hearing on the proposal that was neither supported by the community nor unanimously supported by council, I ask you to re -consider against the proposal for six voting districts and position of a directly elected mayor. While I have nothing new to add to the discussion, I want to make sure MY VOICE IS HEARD. I have watched council meetings, attended discussions, and I have seen that clearly, the public sent a message to their elected officials. Altho, there are numbers of attendees at meetings, what cannot be accounted for are the meetings held in peoples' home, discussions in neighborhoods and even at churches. Just as each of you is elected one vote by one vote, representing many; so it is for those who spoke in support of Proposal 1, five districts; one voice by one voice speaking for others. After hours of input, and many more hours of work--- What cannot be overstated, and I quote the Daily Pilot's coverage: "The narrow vote went against the recommendations of most of the community members who showed up at Tuesday's meeting and those who attended four meetings last month to discuss the process." For the record, I support Option One, the 5 -district plan. Please change the decision on July 12th. Changing the configuration to six and a directly elected mayor may: Increase costs to the elections, skew the demographics and result in another lawsuit. Thank you, Charlene Ashendorf c)491-4.,36-624 TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: FW: July 12 - Comments for Public Hearing on Voting Districts ADDITIONAL DOCUMENT FOR PH -1 From: Cynthia Reynolds 43 [mailto:cynthiareynolds43@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, July 11, 2016 11:03 AM To: CITY CLERK <CITYCLERK@ci.costa-mesa.ca.us>; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN.MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM <JIM.RIGHEIMER@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA<KATRINA.FOLEY@costa mesaca.gov>; GENIS, SANDRA <SAN DRA.G EN IS@costamesaca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY. MONAHAN @costamesaca.gov> Cc: Cynthia Reynolds <cynthiareynolds43@gmail.com> Subject: July 12 - Comments for Public Hearing on Voting Districts Dear Ms. Green & City Council Members, My name is Cynthia Reynolds and I have been a resident of Costa Mesa since 1985. 1 currently own a condo in the Brookview Condominiums. I am an independent business owner and am licensed in Costa Mesa. • 1 am asking the council to change their decision during the July 12' Public Hearing from a 6 district map with an elected mayor to a 5 district map. This clearly represents what your constituents are in favor of and what the experts recommended. • I am in strong support of a 5 district map, and specifically Proposal 1. 1 believe this will offer the most positive affect for our city. Again, I am asking that you change your decision on July 121h to a 5 district map to be included on the ballot in November. Thank you for your time, Cynthia Reynolds Cynthia Reynolds 632 Rhine Lane Costa Mesa, CA 92626 714-979-3620 714-604-6084 Cell CynthiaRevnolds43(agmail.com TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: FW: July 12 - Comments for Public Hearing on Voting Districts ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: Ian Stevenson [mailto:ian@wearetrellis.com] Sent: Friday, July 08, 2016 4:02 PM To: CITY CLERK <CITYCLERK@ci.costa-mesa.ca.us>; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN.MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM <J IM.RIG HEIM ER@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA<KATRINA.FOLEY@costamesaca.gov>; GENIS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costa mesaca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.MONAHAN@costamesaca.gov> Subject: July 12 - Comments for Public Hearing on Voting Districts Dear Ms. Green & City Council Members, My name is Ian Stevenson, I'm a 29 year resident of Costa Mesa and currently live on the East Side. own a home, have been extremely involved in our community as a pastor and am the Executive Director of Trellis, an organization committed to helping resolve some of the challenges in our city by mobilizing people in our churches to engage in a practical, relational and strategic manner. I would like to ask the council to change their decision during the July 12th Public Hearing from a 6 district map with an elected mayor to a 5 district map. This option seems to clearly represent what your constituents are in favor of and what the experts recommended. It's my understanding that there were 106 unique people who participated in the four community meetings prior to the public hearing on Tuesday July 5th. The community input from those meetings was used in the demographer's final proposals and recommendation to the city. Prior to the meeting, 9 comments were submitted via the City Clerk's office and 16 spoke during the meeting. Of these 131 people, no one is on public record for supporting a 6 district map with an elected mayor. Consensus was that five districts are appropriate for the size of our city and offers fair representation to all parts. I'm opposed to 6 districts with an elected mayor because of the fact that one district will have two council members and dilute the representation of the other districts. I am in strong support of a 5 district map, and specifically Proposal 1. 1 believe this will offer the best representation and most positive affect for our city. Again, I'm asking that you change your decision on July 12th to a 5 district map to be included on the ballot in November. Thank you for your time, Ian Stevenson Executive Director TRELLIS 1 949-422-5331 http a/wwwwe a retre I l i s. com/ TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: July 12 — Comments for Public Hearing on Voting Districts ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: Dana Burkey [mailto:miss.burkey@christcm.org] Sent: Sunday, July 10, 2016 11:44 AM To: CITY CLERK <CITYCLERK@ci.costa-mesa.ca.us>; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN. M ENSI NG ER@costamesaca.gov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM<11M.RIGHEIMER@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA<KATRINA.FOLEY@costa mesa ca.gov>; GENTS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costamesaca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.M0NAHAN@costa mesaca.gov> Subject: July 12 —Comments for Public Hearing on Voting Districts Dear Ms. Green & City Council Members, My name is Dana Burkey, I am a 2 year resident of West Side Costa Mesa and I work at Christ Lutheran Church and School on Victoria Street. I am writing the council to ask for a change on their decision during the July 12t' Public Hearing from a 6 district map with an elected mayor to a 5 district map. I ask that this be included on the ballot in November. I am in support of a 5 district map, specifically Proposal 1. 1 think that this option best reflects the reality of our city and will bring unity to our individuals and families who live and work in Costa Mesa. Thank you for your time and consideration, Dana Burkey I Director of Local Mission and High School Youth Christ Lutheran Church and School, Costa Mesa web: christcm.com e-mail: miss. burkey(cDchristcm.org office: 949-631-1611 ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: Dianne [mailto:diruss99@aol.com] Sent: Friday, July 08, 2016 9:24 AM To: GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.green@costamesaca.goy> Subject: Stephen.mensinger@costamesaca.gov; iim.righeimer@costamesaca.gov katrina.foley@costamesaca.gov sandra.genis@costamesaca.gov gary.monahan@costamesaca.gov Dear Ms. Green & City Council Members, My name is Dianne Russell, I am a 20 year resident of Costa Mesa and currently live near Vista Park. I am asking the council to change their decision during the July 12t' Public Hearing from a 6 district map with an elected mayor to a 5 district map. After attending the council meeting last week this clearly represents what your constituents are in favor of and what the experts recommended. I am in strong support of a 5 district map, and specifically Proposal 1. Living near Victoria and Canyon I have a strong interest in opposing Banning Ranch and the proposed road that will bring more traffic into our neighborhoods. I have more affinity for the Westside issues. Proposal 1 allows for that. Again, I am asking that you change your decision on July 12t1 to a 5 district map to be included on the ballot in November Thank you for your time, Dianne Russell Subject: July 12 — Comments for Public Hearing on Voting Districts ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: Caitlin Kraina [mailto:caitlin@wayfare.io] Sent: Thursday, July 07, 2016 4:14 PM To: CITY CLERK <CITYCLERK@ci.costa-mesa.ca.us>; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN.MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM<JIM.RIGHEIMER@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA <KATRINA. FOLEY@costa mesaca.gov>; GENIS, SANDRA <SAN DRA.GEN IS@costamesaca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.M0NAHAN@costamesaca.gov> Subject: July 12 — Comments for Public Hearing on Voting Districts Dear Ms. Green & City Council Members, My name is Caitlin Kraina, I am a 5 year resident of Costa Mesa and currently live on the East Side. I work for a locally owned business and recently graduated from Vanguard University. I am asking the council to change their decision during the July 12th Public Hearing from a 6 district map with an elected mayor to a 5 district map. This clearly represents what your constituents are in favor of and what the experts recommended. I am in strong support of a 5 district map, and specifically Proposal 1. I believe this will offer the most positive affect for our city. Again, I am asking that you change your decision on July 12th to a 5 district map to be included on the ballot in November. Thank you for your time, Caitlin Kraina Subject: FW: Flo Martin supports Voting Districts Proposal 1 ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: Flo Martin [mailto:flomama@aol.com] Sent: Friday, July 08, 2016 2:18 PM To: MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN.MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM <JIM.RIGHEIMER@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA<KATRINA.FOLEY@costamesaca.gov>; GENIS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costamesaca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.MONAHAN@costamesaca.gov> Cc: CITY CLERK <CITYCLERK@ci.costa-mesa.ca.us> Subject: Flo Martin supports Voting Districts Proposal 1 Dear Members of the Costa Mesa City Council, I am one of the 131 residents who participated in a public outreach meeting to provide input on voting districts in Costa Mesa. I support a 5 -district map (Proposal 1) as the best option. Proposal 1 creates the most opportunity for underrepresented parts of our city to actively participate in our city's decision making process. I also support the automatic rotation for mayor. I would like to see Proposal 1, a 5 -district map, on the ballot in November. (signed via email) Flo Martin 2442 Andover Place, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 949.933.3699 "It is when we are alone that we are the least alone." St. Augustine 1 TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: RE: July 12 — Comments for Public Hearing on Voting Districts ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 Dear Ms. Green & City Council Members, I am 12 year resident of the City of Costa Mesa and currently live on the Westside. I love my city - I live, shop, worship, and play in Costa Mesa and am actively involved in the life of my neighbors, businesses, and community. As a resident, I was deeply disturbed by the City Council's decision to vote on district map that zero of the 131 residents who participated in the outreach process supported. As an urban planner for a large planning and land development firm, I spend much of my time conducting community engagement processes for cities across California for projects big and small. The biggest detriment to people being engaged with their city is the belief that City Council doesn't really care about what they say. I was impressed by the outreach process conducted by Arellano Associates (a well known public outreach firm) and the fact that the City engaged a diverse group of residents, many of whom represent non -profits, churches, and businesses that have their ear to the ground in the community and bring the voices of many more to the table. But your vote signaled to residents that they should not be engaged because it doesn't matter. As a resident, I expect that my elected officials will make decisions based on what best represents the city. It shouldn't be the case that the only time residents can have a say in local government is when someone is voted into office. That's why we do community engagement processes - to gauge what is important to people in the City. I am asking the council to change their decision during the July 12`h Public Hearing from a 6 district map with an elected mayor to a 5 district map. This clearly represents what your constituents are in favor of and what the'experts recommended. I personally am in support of a 5 district map, and specifically Proposal 1. 1 believe this will offer the most positive effect for our city. Again, I am asking that you change your decision on July 121h to a 5 district map to be included on the ballot in November. Thank you for your time, Jenna Tourje, AICP, IAP2 itourie(o amail.com 760.296.9355 TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: FW: July 12 Public Hearing on Voting Districts - Comments ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 From: Marina Kookootsedes [mailto:marinank@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, July 12, 2016 2:23 PM To: CITY CLERK <CITYCLERK@ci.costa-mesa.ca.us>; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN.MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM<JIM.RIGHEIMER@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA <KATRINA.FOLEY@costamesaca.gov>; GENIS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costa mesaca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.M0NAHAN@costamesaca.gov> Subject: July 12 Public Hearing on Voting Districts - Comments Dear Ms. Green & City Council Members, My name is Marina Kookootsedes and I am a resident of East Side Costa Mesa. I work for 31 Bits, a jewelry company in Costa Mesa which empowers women in Uganda by providing a job & mentorship. I am asking the council to change their decision during the Public Hearing meeting today from a 6 district map with an elected mayor to a 5 district map. This clearly represents what your constituents are in favor of and what the experts recommended. I am in strong support of a 5 district map, and specifically Proposal 1. 1 believe this will offer the most positive effect for our city. Again, I am asking that you change your decision on July 121h to a 5 district map to be included on the ballot in November Thank you for your time, Marina Kookootsedes TRAYLOR, MARIAN Subject: FW: Public Comment regarding Voting Districts ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS FOR PH -1 -----Original Message ----- From: Christine Nolf [mailto:christine.brooks.nolf@gmail.comj Sent: Tuesday, July 12, 2016 2:53 PM To: GREEN, BRENDA <brenda.green@costamesaca.gov>; FOLEY, KATRINA <KATRINA.FOLEY@costamesaca.gov>; RIGHEIMER, JIM <JIM.RIGHEIMER@costamesaca.gov>; GENIS, SANDRA <SANDRA.GENIS@costamesaca.gov>; MONAHAN, GARY <GARY.MONAHAN@costamesaca.gov>; MENSINGER, STEPHEN <STEPHEN.MENSINGER@costamesaca.gov> Subject: Public Comment regarding Voting Districts Dear Mayor and City Council, I am writing again to express my view that a 5 district voting map would best benefit our city. It was disappointing to hear that despite majority public support expressed for a 5 district map, you voted for a plan that would include a separately elected mayor. I believe that this plan would give unfair representation to one area of the city. I'm writing today to ask those of you who voted for six districts to change your mind and vote for a plan that would reflect 5 districts, as those whom you represent have voiced would be their preference. I remain hopeful in your ability and desire to hear from and represent all people in our city as our process of government calls for. Thank you for your consideration, Christine Nolf Westside Resident