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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMarch 5, 2024 - Special Election Administrative File - Chart (3) Preview Ballot O 01/09/2024 14:40:00 O Presidential Primary Election Precinct 32208 March 5,2024 Page 3 of 3 Orange County DEMOCRATIC PARTY BALLOT 9 . «'2".. ' t AUTHORIZES$6.38 BILLION IN� , Charter Amendment Measure "' k r�� BONDS TO BUILD MENTAL No.2 Q DAN JACOBSON HEALTH TREATMENT FACILITIES +'Shall proposed Charter Amendment Attorney FOR THOSE WITH MENTAL No.2,which provides that the only Q JASON BAEZ HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE USE flags to be displayed by the City on Deputy District Attorney,County of CHALLENGES;PROVIDES City property are the United States orange HOUSING FOR THE HOMELESS. Flag,the State of California Flag,the LEGISLATIVE STATUTE. County of Orange Flag,the City of Amends Mental Health Services Act Huntington Beach Flag,the POW- to provide additional behavioral MIA Flag,the six Armed Forces '�' ''' . .';'` m health services.Fiscal Impact Shift Flags,the Olympic Flag during the '" w' roughly$140 million annually of Summer Olympic Games,and any r(.6:0(4; i• ;; f"C ,,,Y ,oz, 4::.,4A.1 existing tax revenue for mental other flag if authorized by a Q RICHARD ZIMMER health,drug,and alcohol treatment unanimous vote of the City Council, Deputy District Attorney,County of from counties to the state. be approved? Orange Increased state bond repayment Supporters:Tony Strickland,Mayor; c" Q BINH DANG costs of$310 million annually for Gracey Van Der Mark,Mayor Pro Deputy Public Defender,County of 30 years.Supporters:California Tern;Pat Bums,City Council Los Angeles Professional Firefighters;CA Assoc. Member;Casey McKeon,City of Veteran Service Agencies; Council Member O National Alliance on Mental Illness- Opponents:Dan Kalmick City 4:� CA Opponents:Mental Health Council Member;Natalie Moser, .. di ^� America of California;Howard Jarvis City Council Member,Rhonda _ • % i t 0 $ ., , . Taxpayers Association;CalVoices Bolton,City Council Member c.. Yes Q Yes Q WHITNEY BOKOSKY Deputy District Attorney,County of Q No No Orange g 1 . a er ..._-„A-.. , a • Q DANIEL J.KERN ; ,._.,, ,� .z-•�,. �.,•• • Charter Amendment Measure Attorney at Law ., ., ..,u,, . ...,..;„ ..., . Charter Amendment Measure No.3 No.1 Shall proposed Charter Amendment Shall proposed Charter Amendment No.3 to:commencing in 2026, '` " require the Cityto adopt a two-year EQ{yl :fll;�bll%U1 .f.��`��� No.1,which provides that q p y �-; ;•• !' ' _ commencing in 2026,for all budget update the procedures to tcancel a regular CityCouncil � ;� �. , 1 � municipal elections,the City may g -cf� � require Voter Identification for meeting;update the process to fill a � � CityCouncil vacancy;and amend Q KIMBERLY HO elections;provide more in-person City of Westminstercoundlmember/ voting locations;and monitor ballot outdated phrases,syntax,dates, Entrepreneur drop-boxes,be approved? pronouns,and titles be approved? Supporters:Tony Strickland,Mayor Supporters:Tony Strickland,Mayor Q VAN TRAN Huntington Beach Orange County Supervisor's Chief Huntington Beach;Gracey Van Der g Mark,Mayor Pro Tern Opponents:Dan Kalmick,City Q MICHAEL VO Opponents:Dan Kalmick,City Council Member;Natalie Moser, Small Business Owner Council Member;Natalie Moser, City Council Member;Rhonda Q JANET NGUYEN City Council Member;Rhonda Bolton,City Council Member — State Senator/Businesswoman Bolton,City Council Member Yes Q FRANCES MARQUEZ =Yes Q No Cypress City Coundlmember Q No • �'JKII�ASUI Section Ballot Measures- B 12 B City of Huntington Beach, Charter Amendment Measure No. 2 Shall proposed Charter Amendment No. 2,which provides that the only flags to be displayed by the City on City property are the United States Flag,the State of California Flag,the County of Orange Flag,the City of Huntington Beach Flag,the POW-MIA Flag, the six Armed Forces Flags, the Olympic Flag during the Summer Olympic Games, and any other flag if authorized by a unanimous vote of the City Council, be approved? What your vote means YES NO A"yes" vote on this measure would add new Section 806 A "no" vote on this measure would not add new Section to the Charter. 806. For and against FOR AGAINST Tony Strickland Dan Kalmick Mayor City Council Member Gracey Van Der Mark Natalie Moser Mayor Pro Tem City Council Member Pat Burns Rhonda Bolton P City Council Member City Council Member Casey McKeon City Council Member ‘911(4 I./21/17.----- ii tfri< 4.-4/J 31 ection Ballot Measures- B 11 Full Text of Measure B City of Huntington Beach EXHIBIT A CHARTER AMENDMENT MEASURES PROPOSED ADDITIONS SHOWN AS UNDERLINED PROPOSED DELETIONS SHOWN AS STRII(ETI IROUGI Charter Amendment Measure No.2 SECTION 806. DISPLAY OF FLAGS. Except as otherwise provided herein,the City shall only fly or display at or on any of the City's properties the following flaps:the American flap, the POW/MIA flap,the State of California flap,the Huntington Beach City flap,the County of Orange flap, or any of the flaps of the six branches of service:the Army, Navy,Air Force,Coast Guard, Marine Corps,and Space Force. During the Summer Olympic Games,the Mayor is authorized to order the display of the official Olympic flaps for four weeks prior to the dates of the games,and for up to two weeks thereafter.The City may display any other flag in addition to those already enumerated,but only if authorized by a unanimous vote of all members of the City Council. Impartial Analysis City of Huntington Beach Measure B CITY ATTORNEY'S IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS OF MEASURE 2 This proposed Charter amendment,if adopted,would amend the City Charter by adding new Section 806 related to the City's display of flags on City property,to read as follows: "SECTION 806. DISPLAY OF FLAGS. Except as otherwise provided herein, the City shall only fly or display at or on any of the City's properties the following flags:the American flag,the POW/MIA flag,the State of California flag,the Huntington Beach City flag,the County of Orange flag,or any of the flags of the six branches of service:the Army,Navy,Air Force,Coast Guard,Marine Corps,and Space Force. During the Summer Olympic Games, the Mayor is authorized to order the display of the official Olympic flags for four weeks prior to the dates of the games, and for up to two weeks thereafter.The City may display any other flag in addition to those already enumerated,but only if authorized by a unanimous vote of all members of the City Council." The proposed Charter amendment is nearly identical to current law set forth in Huntington Beach Municipal Code Section 13.07.010,with new language included in the ballot measure about the display of the official Olympic flags,and the display any other flag in addition to those already enumerated if authorized by a unanimous vote of all members of the City Council. A"yes"vote on this measure would add new Section 806 to the Charter.A"no"vote on this measure would not add new Section 806. This measure was placed on the ballot by the City Council. Section Ballot Measure - 8 11 Argument in Favor of Measure B Rebuttal to Argument in Favor of Measure B Huntington Beach is an American city within the United States of America , VOTE NO on Measure 2.The proponents of Measure 2 present a narrow where all citizens are equally represented first and foremost under and exclusive view of representation that does not reflect the diverse our government flag, the American flag. There is no other flag that fabric of Huntington Beach.Let's examine the facts: represents unity and equality more than our American flag,favoring no other persons or groups over others. Supporting this flag in Huntington • EQUAL REPRESENTATION? The claim that the American Flag Beach are our other government flags of the POW/MIA, the State of represents all citizens equally is a flawed notion. The LGBTQ+ California,the County of Orange,the City of Huntington Beach,and,those community's fight for basic rights, the Civil Rights movement, of our military branches, Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guards, ongoing efforts for gender and racial equality are part of our and Space Force. We propose that the only flags to fly or be displayed at nation'sjourneytowards inclusivity.The American Flag symbolizes Huntington Beach City Civic Center and City of Huntington Beach owned a nation striving towards a more perfect union. poles and/or properties,with the exception of the Olympic flag, be the • POW/MIA FLAG — A COMMEMORATIVE SYMBOL: The POW/ American, POW/MIA,the State of California,the County of Orange,the MIA flag, while deeply significant, is not a government flag. It's City of Huntington Beach,and,those of our military branches,Army,Navy, j a commemorative symbol, representing a specific group. The Marines,Air Force,Coast Guards, and Space Force. (Other flags may be ! current Council's acceptance of this flag,while excluding others, flown but only with unanimous support of the City of Huntington Beach reveals a selective approach that contradicts their own argument. City Council.) • CULTURAL REPRESENTATION SUPPRESSED: The recent Vote YES on this charter amendment. incident at Oakview Library, where a child's display for Mexican s/Tony Strickland Heritage Month was removed due to this restrictive policy, is a Mayor glaring example of how this measure stifles cultural expression and education in our community. s/Gracey Van Der Mark Mayor Pro Tem Incorporating such exclusionary language into our City Charter is not reflective of the inclusive,vibrant spirit of Huntington Beach.This measure s/Pat Burns not only undermines our city's identity as Surf City USA but also alienates City Council Member residents who do not feel represented by the selected flags. s/Casey McKeon Measure 2 is more than just about flags; it's about enshrining a narrow City Council Member viewpoint into our foundational document. VOTE NO on Measure 2—for a Huntington Beach that embraces all its citizens. s/Dan Kalmick City Council Member s/Natalie Moser City Council Member s/Rhonda Bolton City Council Member W-' 0(/ 6 9/ b1/1 /_(1,511 I - 3 Section Ballot Measures- B 12 Argument Against Measure B Rebuttal to Argument Against Measure B VOTE NO on Measure 2. Measure 2 is not complicated, Government flags only placed on City of Huntington Beach government poles and/or displayed on City of Let's not diminish the significance of our City's"Constitution" by making Huntington Beach government property. Vote YES on Measure 2. Our it all about...flags. government flags are symbols that say we are all equal and unified under NO provision in our City Charter requires a unanimous vote.Yet, Measure these flags. No person or group is held above or below in importance 2, centered merely on flags, seeks to be the FIRST to demand such than another. No person or group is to be favored or is to be discriminated unanimous consent. How does it make sense that a mere policy on flags against. There is a saying associated to MLK; We can live together as would necessitate such a rigorous voting process,when more vital issues brothers and sisters or die apart as fools. (Martin Luther King said:"We don't? must learn to live together as brothers or perish as fools.") Vote YES on Measure 2. This charter amendment already exists as an ordinance-one that's been modified multiple times, showcasing its lack of clarity and foresight. True inclusion represents everyone equally as an American,a resident of Originally, it didn't even permit the display of the Olympic flag. Should California,a resident of Huntington Beach and of course pays homage to Huntington Beach be privileged to host Olympic events in 2028,wouldn't the Veterans who have paid the ultimate sacrifice so that we can enjoy this initial oversight have been embarrassing? Now, the City Council the Liberty and Freedom that America provides.Any other flag flown by wants to embed this fluctuating policy into our most foundational the Government,segregates society and elevates a segment of residents document. Flags are symbols of pride and unity, but this amendment over others. These Government flags represent all Huntington Beach seems to perpetuate division. residents equally. Furthermore, the underlying intention is evident. The ordinance, which There is no place for political agendas that divide our community. This is this Charter Amendment is based on, aims to prevent our City from a path forward that is good for all. Vote YES on Measure 2! displaying the Pride Flag.This isn't just about flags;it's about enshrining s/Tony Strickland exclusivity in our City's foundational document. Such a policy misaligns Mayor with the inclusive values of the Olympic spirit and,more importantly,our City's spirit. s/Gracey Van Der Mark Mayor Pro Tem Our City Council should be prioritizing critical matters - public safety, infrastructure upkeep, and ensuring robust City finances. Do we really s/Pat Burns want to divert our focus and energy to flag policies in our City Charter? City Council Member Maintain the dignity of our City's Constitution.VOTE NO on Measure 2. s/Casey McKeon s/Dan Kalmick City Council Member City Council Member s/Natalie Moser J/ r City Council Member • s/Rhonda Bolton City Council Member / ( . 9:C •� B-City of Huntington Beach, Charter Amendment Measure No.2 Shall proposed Charter Amendment No. 2, which provides that the only flags to be displayed by the City on City property are the United States Flag, the State of California Flag,the County of Orange Flag, the City of Huntington Beach Flag,the POW-MIA Flag,the six Armed Forces Flags, the Olympic Flag during the Summer Olympic Games, and any other flag if authorized by a unanimous vote of the City Council, be approved? Supporters:Tony Strickland, Mayor; Gracey Van Der Mark, Mayor Pro Tern; Pat Burns, City Council Member; Casey McKeon, City Council Member Opponents:Dan Kalmick, City Councilmember; Natalie Moser, City Councilmember; Rhonda Bolton, City Councilmember � 1 Full Text of Measure_ City of Huntington Beach EXHIBIT A CHARTER AMENDMENT MEASURES PROPOSED ADDITIONS SHOWN AS UNDERLINED PROPOSED DELETIONS SHOWN AS STRIKETIIROUGII Charter Amendment Measure No.2 SECTION 806. DISPLAY OF FLAGS. Except as otherwise provided herein,the City shall only fly or display at or on any of the City's properties the following flags:the American flag, the POW/MIA flag,the State of California flag,the Huntington Beach City flag,the County of Orange flag,or any of the flags of the six branches of service:the Army, Navy,Air Force,Coast Guard, Marine Corps,and Space Force. During the Summer Olympic Games,the Mayor is authorized to order the display of the official Olympic flags for four weeks prior to the dates of the games,and for up to two weeks thereafter.The City may display any other flag in addition to those already enumerated,but only if authorized by a unanimous vote of all members of the City Council. eel fL4, .:41„./4/./. ..1 1 :. f114//v4:41/11— ' o7' ill'. 1 p 1 3 II Impartial Analysis City of Huntington Beach Measure_ CITY ATTORNEY'S IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS OF MEASURE 2 This proposed Charter amendment,if adopted,would amend the City Charter by adding new Section 806 related to the City's display of flags on City property,to read as follows: "SECTION 806. DISPLAY OF FLAGS. Except as otherwise provided herein, the City shall only fly or display at or on any of the City's properties the following flags:the American flag,the POW/MIA flag,the State of California flag,the Huntington Beach City flag,the County of Orange flag,or any of the flags of the six branches of service:the Army,Navy,Air Force,Coast Guard,Marine Corps,and Space Force. During the Summer Olympic Games, the Mayor is authorized to order the display of the official Olympic flags for four weeks prior to the dates of the games, and for up to two weeks thereafter.The City may display any other flag in addition to those already enumerated,but only if authorized by a unanimous vote of all members of the City Council." The proposed Charter amendment is nearly identical to current law set forth in Huntington Beach Municipal Code Section 13.07.010,with new language included in the ballot measure about the display of the official Olympic flags,and the display any other flag in addition to those already enumerated if authorized by a unanimous vote of all members of the City Council. A"yes"vote on this measure would add new Section 806 to the Charter.A"no"vote on this measure would not add new Section 806. This measure was placed on the ballot by the City Council. 404:4212e7 D l3 vv if)11)1 (9 1 .