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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRequest to Prepare an Ordinance Declaring Huntington Beach t (2) i/'� iNGrp�" 2000 Main Street, �" tie Huntington Beach,CA City of Huntington Beach 92648 9 Q APPROVED 4-3 couNry (MOSER,BOLTON, KALMICK—NO) File #: 24-541 MEETING DATE: 8/6/2024 Subject: Item Submitted by Mayor Van Der Mark - Request to Prepare an Ordinance Declaring Huntington Beach to be a "Parents' Right to Know" City Recommended Action: Direct the City Manager to work with the City Attorney to prepare an Ordinance for introduction at the September 3, 2024 City Council Meeting declaring that Huntington Beach is a "Parents' Right to Know" City, that no educator stands in the way of informing parents of their child's gender identity or gender expression, and declaring that the City has an interest in challenging the State on AB 1955 or joining a parent's challenge to the State on AB 1955. Attachment(s): 1. Council Member Item - Parents' Right to Know Memo City of Huntington Beach Page 1 of 1 Printed on 7/31/2024 powereZeig LegistarTM • CITY OF . r =Qr HUNTINGTON BEACH =coUN-tv '° City Council Meeting - Council Member Items Report To: City Council From: Gracey Van Der Mark, Mayor Date: August 6, 2024 Subject: REQUEST TO PREPARE AN ORDINANCE DECLARING HUNTINGTON BEACH TO BE A "PARENTS' RIGHT TO KNOW" CITY ISSUE STATEMENT Last month, Governor Newsom signed into law Assembly Bill 1955 (AB 1955), which prevents educators from informing parents of their child's gender identity or gender expression. In essence, it pits children against parents and inserts educators as barriers between parents and children -undermining a parent's ability to communicate with their children - especially about critical, long-term, life-altering issues. Parents are not incidental or accidental; and neither are parents' rights over their children and their education. Parents are primary educators because they begin educating children the moment they enter the world, but more foundationally because they shoulder the ultimate responsibility in the education of their children. In Troxel v. Granville, 530 U.S. 57, 67-68 (2000), the U.S. Supreme Court remarked, "the custodial parent has a constitutional right to determine, without undue interference by the state, how best to raise, nurture, and educate the child. The parental right stems from the liberty protected by the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment." In Hodgson v. Minnesota, 497 U.S 417,447 (1990), the U.S.Supreme Court said, "[a] natural parent who has demonstrated sufficient commitment to his or her children is thereafter entitled to raise the children free from undue state interference." In Winkelman v. Parma City Sch. Dist., 550 U.S. 516, 529 (2007), the U.S. Supreme Court said, "it is not a novel proposition to say that parents have a recognized legal interest in the education and upbringing of their child." Secular educators, such as those in schools and other educational programs throughout our City and State, are secondary educators to parents, are subordinate to parents,work for tax-paying parents, and answer to parents.AB 1955 is an affront to parental rights and a violation of parental constitutional rights. The Governor's most recent attack on our children and our parents is not only an attack on Huntington Beach families but is also an economic disaster for California, with the departure of many big businesses such as SpaceX,which generates over 8.5 billion dollars and employs over 13,000 California residents, many of whom will be left unemployed. Not to mention the economic benefit SpaceX affords all the surrounding businesses. 2000 Main Street,Huntington Beach,CA 92648 I www.huntingtonbeachca.gov 790 This new-law is so egregious, Elon Musk has announced the relocation of SpaceX from California to Texas. In Musk's words, the Governor signing AB 1955 into law is "the final straw," and he is leaving California "because of this law and the many others that preceded it, attacking both families and companies." (https://texasscorecard.com/state/final-straw-elon-musk-moving-spacex-to-texas-after- california-passes-anti-parent-law). Huntington Beach has an interest in protecting its citizens and the economic viability of the City and the State. The City has many schools located within its borders. While not all of the schools and school districts are under the control of the City, the City has its own educators in various programs offered through the City. Beyond this, the City has an interest in protecting its children and protecting the rights of its parents. The notion that an educator's act of communicating a child's gender identity or gender expression to the child's parents is "education"itself is specious. An educator acting as a communication barrier between a child and a parent about a highly private and personal issue such as gender is not an act of"education," but a brazen act of sabotage toward parents. It is also a deprivation to those children in need of obtaining the help, support, formation, love, and care the child should be getting from home. AB 1955 is not "education" and therefore has no preemptive statewide authority. In response to this new State law, the City should adopt an Ordinance stating the reasons why AB 1955 is a bad law and declaring that Huntington Beach is a "Parents' Right to Know" City. No educator should stand in the way of informing parents of their child's gender identity or gender expression. Further, the City has an interest in challenging the State on AB 1955 or joining a parent's challenge to the State on AB 1955. RECOMMENDED ACTION Direct the City Manager to work with the City Attorney to prepare an Ordinance for introduction at the September 3, 2024 City Council Meeting declaring that Huntington Beach is a "Parents' Right to Know" City, that no educator stands in the way of informing parents of their child's gender identity or gender expression, and declaring that the City has an interest in challenging the State on AB 1955 or joining a parent's challenge to the State on AB 1955. ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS This action is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment) and 15060(c)(3) (the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, because it has not potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly. STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL Non Applicable -Administrative Item 2000 Main Street,Huntington Beach,CA 92648 I www.huntingtonbeachca.gov 791 From: Carol Daryl To: gupolementalcomm(la surfcity-hb.orq;CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMG STA Subject: In Favor of#31(24-547)and In Opposition of#30(24-541) Date: Thursday,August 1,2024 1:24:30 PM Dear Council Members, As a longtime resident and taxpayer of Huntington Beach, I continue to wait for the transparency that you four majority council members campaigned on. After being elected, Mayor Gracey Van Der Mark told the OC Register that she was excited about being part of a team that is "engaged and transparent with a 100%accessibility." This was a false campaign promise because since taking office,you four have been completely non-transparent about policies. The Pacific Airshow settlement is the most egregious example of your secretive style of government. That's why I applaud the 3 minority members who propose an objective,third- party audit to review the settlement costs and value, as well as provide a metric-driven report that succinctly reveals the net direct economic benefit to the City. I enjoy the airshow,but not when sketchy deals with the operator are kept hidden from the people. If everything was conducted ethically and legally,the majority council members and our city attorney should welcome this proposal. YES on 24-547: Determine Total Cost of Pacific Airshow Settlement! And while I'm on the subject of transparency(since this also seems to be a theme in another agenda item),please provide the public with information on: 1)The status of the City Manager/Police Chief dual position. Is the City Council actively recruiting for a new city manager?If not, is this permanent?How is the compensation handled? 2)When will the library Parent/Guardian Review Board be announced?Members have applied and are waiting for an announcement. 3)When will the new library cards be released? (It was announced that they would be released last March????) (If the library required an overhaul--which the majority believed was needed last summer to remove what they deemed was pornographic material--why have they done absolutely nothing about it?) I am strongly opposed to#24-541,just another culture war antic on the part of the council majority. Enforcing this type of action on teachers in the state of California is unlawful. Teens and children have rights too. Only a handful of states, such as Idaho and Alabama,have passed legislation that resembles Gracey's politically-charged and hateful policy. Since this could never be enacted in HB, it's 100%performative and would only result in costly lawsuits if it moved forward. What's next? Attacking HB women over their reproductive rights?Please stop the culture war nonsense! You may get on Fox News by announcing these wedge issues, but you're not helping residents. You're only creating a more polarized community. No on 24- 541! Thank you, Carol Daus Huntington Beach resident SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION 8/6/2024 Meeting Date: 30 (24-541) Agenda Item No. From: Debbi Parrott To: suoolementalcomm(asurfcity-hb.ora;rilYSTlhJM Ti fiNd SM02s1A135 Subject: Agenda item 30 Date: Thursday,August 1,2024 4:44:58 PM Dear City Council, This agenda item(30)is ridiculous. First of all,this is another example of not doing the CITY'S business. This is beyond your decision-making scope or power and just another chance for GVM to do political posturing to impress MAGA politicians. As an educator, I know that if a student shares with a counselor that they wish to be referred to as X at school but not in correspondance at home, it is because that student does not feel SAFE sharing this at home due to potential emotional or physical abuse or unsafety in regards to their identity. If GVM was really concerned about protecting children, she wouldn't be proposing this frivolous lawsuit against the state which will, as per usual, fail. PS Elon Musk(who is hardly a model for anything and is estranged from his own trans child), is moving part of his,SPACE X program hack to Long Beach and still has part of his company in SF so he is full of crap. Additional Sources SPACE X leaving California?Vot entirely Previous reporting stated X was subleasing its entire San Francisco headquarters.which a TT.T. spokesperson has since said is incorrect. Instead,the company will continue to occupy a portion of office space that has been actively used by the company's remaining skeleton crew of employees for most of the past two years. With gratitude, Debbi Parrott From: Ted Rog To: 5uoolementalcommCalsurfcity-hb.orq Subject: Declare Huntington Beach a"Parents'Right to Know City Date: Saturday,August 3,2024 11:55:47 AM Mayor Gracey Van Der Mark wants to declare Huntington Beach a "Parents' Right to Know City," a challenge to the recently signed California law that prohibits school districts from implementing forced gender identity outing policies I support this initiative! Sent from my iPhone Ted Ross Huntington Beach resident SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: 8/6/2024 30 (24-541) Agenda Item No. From: =5St= To: CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF), Cc: siinnlemenlalsnmm(nlsurfcity-hb.orq Subject: Re:8-6-24 City Council Meeting Date: Saturday,August 3,2024 9:30:49 PM File 24-541, Agenda Item 30 I support this agenda Item. Parents absolutely need to know what their kids are being taught. This radical lefty view that they own our kids has got to stop. They are our kids. Not the states or the Cities kids. AB1955 is just another lefty control initiative to split the family unit. You leftys cant figure out why people and companies are leaving? It's this type of lefty view! It has to stop. Robert Cloyd Huntington Beach Resident From: ]S To: CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF\ Cc: SunolementalcommCalsurfcity-hb.orq Subject: Re:8-6-24 City Council Meeting,6pm Date: Saturday,August 3,2024 9:34:04 PM File 24-549, Agenda Item 30 I SUPPORT THIS I do not have any children,but if I did,I would be irate over AB1955. Definitely would pull my child out of Public School and make other arrangements for their education.Home school if necessary. Jean Cloyd resident of huntington beach From: 5ue Welfrinaer To: 5uoolementalcommesurfcity-hb.orq Subject: Oppose Item 24-541 Date: Sunday,August 4,2024 8:08:24 PM August 04, 2024 Dear Mayor Van Der Mark and City Council Members: I oppose item 24-541 placed on the Huntington Beach City Council Meeting Agenda for Tuesday,August 6th • I am curious: how many Huntington Beach educators have you asked for input/ concerns regarding how your statement negatively affects them? • I am curious: how many parents of LGBTQ+children have you talked with to learn how this statement affects them and their children? • I am curious: if the City of Huntington Beach does not have the authority to set policy for our public and private education institutions,then why is this even a conversation to happen in our local council chambers? Your actions on council are, indeed, curious.And in case you aren't sure, based on how I feel about your attack on our library, curious is a euphemism for what I really think. Sincerely, Sue Welfringer Resident since 1997 From: )Gm Flores To: slinnlementalrnmmAsurfciriphb.orq Ce: planned Parenthorirt Subject: AB 1955 Date: Sunday,August 4,2024 10:02:03 PM To Whom It May Concern: Please reconsider this initiative for Huntington Beach because it is up to the child to disclose and express gender identity to anyone.Parents do not have the right to know because the LGBTQ+community are a protected status.In addition,not all children live in safe homes full of love and support they need to access hormonal treatments provided at healthcare facilities. Sincerely, Kim From: Stt7annQ_Hatt To: suoolementalcommCla surfcity-hb.ora Subject: Agenda item 30,Ordinance 24-541 Date: Monday,August 5,2024 9:44:11 AM We are appalled at the thought that you,as our City Council,would even remotely consider interfering with our schools and their relationships with students and parents! This is NOT city business! A student's sexual orientation or gender identity is absolutely NOT your concern! This apparent obsession with LGBTQ issues is deeply concerning. Please stick to genuine issues such as homelessness(which you promised to eradicate in 90 days), housing and crime. Gracey,please just focus on parenting your own children and allow other parents and the schools to do their jobs. Best regards, Chris and Suzanne Hart,26 year residents Sent from my iPhone From: Ekes.Cathy To: Acenda Alerts Subject: FW:AB 1955 Date: Monday,August 5,2024 10:03:04 AM Attachments: AB 1955.odf From: Bob R Berry<bobrberry@msn.com> Sent:Saturday,August 3, 2024 9:55 AM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL. CMO STAFF) <city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:AB 1955 Congratulations to our Mayor Gracey Van Der Mark for her stand against AB1955. It's about time that someone with some authority stands up to Gruesome Newsom. What has happened to our State and Country? Now I'm asking our Mayor and City Council to investigate the emails that I have sent in the pass about the Bicycle and E bike speeding on the HB pedestrian walkways. Most of the speeding is being done by E bikes and most of the E bikes have no speedometers. I have stated in the past that walking or riding the HB pedestrian walkways is an accident waiting to happen. Please read and look at the picture (a mother who has her child wearing a helmet but not her). I see this many times along our pedestrian walkways. I have also stated that I believe we have many seniors, me included) who would volunteer their services to patrol the pathways. We have senior volunteers removing sign from telephone poles. What do you think is more important? Thank you and the City council for your services. Bobby Berry 714-842-4428 From: ekes.Cathy To: Aaenda Alerts Subject: FW:To My Mayor Date: Monday,August 5,2024 10:03:15 AM Original Message---- From:Tony Vasquez<1234tony.vasquez@gmail.com> Sent:Saturday,August 3,2024 12:23 PM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:To My Mayor I would Love to Thank my Mayor for standing against the new law Gavin Newsome put into place. It makes me proud to be a Citizen of Huntington Beach. For public notice. We need to protect a Parents right to know. Anthony Vasquez Sent from my iPhone From: Michele Burae To: 5uonlementalcomm4surfdty-hb.orq;CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAF9 Subject: August 6,2024 City Council Meeting,Agenda Item 30,File 24-541 Date: Monday,August 5,2024 10:46:31 AM Mayor Gracey Van Der Mark begins her issue statement with a blatant lie: "...Assembly Bill 1955...prevents educators from informing parents of their child's gender identity or gender expression." Fearmongering and misinformation as usual, her specialties. AB 1955 DOES NOT PREVENT educators from informing parents of their child's gender expression and identity. It only prohibits school boards from FORCING teachers to out students against their will. It does not say anything about schools keeping secrets from parents. If a teacher thinks it's in their student's best interest to talk to a parent about something going on with that student, the teacher is free to do so. If a student is afraid to talk with a parent about such issues, the teacher can help develop a plan or refer the student to other help. Mayor Gracey seems to have appointed herself some kind of savior. "Protect the children!" is her battle cry. However, considering her personal history with children and the gay community, I'd posit she's not the best choice. * Her children were removed from her custody at some time in the past. * She has posted Facebook photos posing with Proud Boys, one of whom is showing her young son how to wear a gas mask "to protect himself against the Antifa masked cowards at rallys [sp] and patriotic events." That Proud Boy was sentenced to prison for involvement in the January 6 riot, was also convicted of assaulting a restaurant worker and for tearing down a Hanukkah menorah outside the Arizona state capitol a month before the insurrection. * She helped revise the city's human dignity statement to remove any reference to hate crimes and state that the city "will recognize from birth the genetic differences between male and female." * She voted to revise the city's flag policy to prevent the pride flag from being flown on city property. * She was instrumental in removing all library books from the children's and teens' sections with any "sexual" references, particularly if related to LGBTQ. • * She was a featured speaker at a God, Guns, Government conference, a group that promoted a Patriot Boys camping trip for boys 7 and up, teaching them to love Jesus and be masculine. * She was a featured speaker at Eagle Forum of Orange County, and praised for creating a children's book review board and banning the flying of the LGBTQ pride flag over City Hall. * She actively solicits support from Calvary Chapel of the Harbour and other evangelical churches that consider homosexuality an abomination. So, hypothetically, if a teacher were forced to tell Gracey that her child is transgender, even if the child didn't want the teacher to do so, what would Gracey do? Pray the gay away? Send the child to conversion therapy? Kick the child out of the family home? Disown the child? "Disappointed" parents often verbally and physically abuse their child in such situations. Would that be in the best interests of the child? Would that be "protecting the children"? Sometimes children need to be protected from their parents. Mayor Gracey should stop wasting staff time and taxpayer money with culture wars and political theater — and mind her own damn business. Always yammering about government overreach. Gracey, dear, you ARE the government and you are definitely overreaching. The City Council does not have jurisdiction over education policy, nor would it have standing in any legal case. By the way, who gives a rat's ass what Elon Musk says and does? He's a very rich wacko whose estranged transgender daughter disowned him and changed her surname. Michele Burgess Huntington Beach resident since 1961 From: Ekes.Cathy To: Aaenda Alerts Subject: FW:Coundl Mtg.of 8/6/2024 Date: Monday,August 5,2024 11:36:33 AM From:gelliottl@socal.rr.com <gelliottl@socal.rr.com> Sent: Monday,August 5, 2024 10:34 AM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL. CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Council Mtg. of 8/6/2024 Re Agenda Items 31, 32, and 30 I support exposing monkey business (Item#31), question "giving the business"to an already overworked staff(Item#32), and bemoan yet another example of someone who should mind her own business (Item#30). Cheryl Elliott(Resident of 44 years) From: Fkes.Cathy To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:Parents"Right to Know Date: Monday,August 5,2024 11:36:46 AM From: Mark Tonkovich<marktonko@gmail.com> Sent: Monday,August 5, 2024 10:42 AM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL. CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Parents' Right to Know Dear Mayor, Mayor Pro Tern and all Council Members, I'just want to express my backing for the Parents Right to Know proposed city ordinance that Mayor Gracey is proposing. The Government should not try to parent children, it is not their job or concern, it is clearly the parents job. The Parents Right to Know should be passed and made into law. Thank you. Best, Mark Tonkovich HB resident and home owner From: Del,Janus To: CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF);q m"ntalrnmm(asi idriiv-hb.nn+ Subject: Agenda item 30.24-541 Date: Monday,August 5,2024 1:14:50 PM Mayor and Council Members, I am writing in support of Agenda Item 30. 24-541 on the August 6, 2024 Agenda. I fully support Mayor Van De Marks's Ordinance Declaring Huntington Beach to be a"Parents' Right to Know"City. The State,State officials, School Districts, and Teachers have no business hiding or barring any information about a student's identity or gender expressions. These ridiculous laws that Newsom keeps thrusting on citizens, especially regarding decisions about children are morally and legally wrong. It does not matter if schools are under the state and not cities. It is up to the citizens of Huntington Beach to protect children and keep parents aware. Will they next say that a teacher is not to notify a parent if a student says they are going to commit suicide? The state"lawmakers"are wrong. Leave our kids alone. Deb Janus Huntington Beach resident 45 years 714.330.4152 mobile From: Jlnda Law To: agoolementalcomm(asurfcity-hb.orq Subject: No on interfering with School Board matters Date: Monday,August 5,2024 1:25:27 PM Dear HB City Council members, My name is Linda Law and my husband and I are 23 year residents of Huntington Beach. I am writing to express my concern about the city getting involved in matters that are beyond its jurisdiction and that will get the city further involved in expensive lawsuits. Why is the city getting involved in School Board matters when they could be concentrating on improving our parks,beaches, streets, zoning and infrastructure?If the city is trying to distract citizens from the terrible settlement with Code 4, it is too late for that. That settlement was a shameful give away of public funds. Please stop trying to force your strange cultural ideas on the rest of us and get back to governing the city. Thank you for your time. From: H Mevers To: Suoolementalcomm(alsurfcity-hb.orq;CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFFI Subject: City Council meeting 8/6/2024,Agenda items 30 and 31 Date: Monday,August 5,2024 4:12:07 PM I am a long-time resident of Huntington Beach. I urge you to vote against the 8/6/2024 City Council meeting agenda item#30,"Parents'Right to Know"City declaration and interest in challenging AB 1955.This is another in a long list of items the City Council's conservative members have proposed to weaponize social issues for what they clearly believe is a political benefit.It is certainly not in the interest of children who may be struggling with their identity and fear the consequences of informing their parents.It also establishes the intent to embark on yet another wasteful lawsuit. Please vote yes on agenda item#31,Financial Transparency-Determine Cost of Pacific Airshow Settlement.The fact that the City Attorney and City Council went ahead with the settlement without even knowing its potential cost is a flagrant misuse of authority.Citizens deserve to know what their(misguided at best)government has committed to. Thank you, Hildy Meyers From: MEG ROBINSON To: sypolementalcommCa surfcity-hb.orq Subject: 24-541 Date: Monday,August 5,2024 8:14:23 PM Once again the mayor is driving the HB train off the tracks.Your issue statement is full of the misinformation, misleading statements and inflammatory rhetoric that I've come to expect.I am not surprised that you quote Elon Musk,an avowed transphobe,who considers his child dead because she is transgender.I need look no further than our Human Dignity Statement to see why you are a fan of his. "Not all of the schools and school districts are under the control of the city". What school district does the city have control over.NONE While i was teaching I was subordinate to parent?I answered to parents?No, I was a partner in the education of their students.I communicated with them,kept them informed of my curriculum and classroom policies and kept them informed of their child's progress and behavior.I worked together with parents so children could achieve their best. I did answer to my school board about all these things. Regarding your comment that I was a secondary educator,perhaps you are not aware of the concept of"in loco parentis"in place of the parents.Please look up what it means and the responsibilities that teachers accept under the policy. Forcing a teacher to out a student to parents may put that student in danger.Some LGBTQ students have suffered physical abuse at the hands of parents or have been kicked out of their homes.So how does your declaration keep those students safe,or don't you care? How does AB 1955 result in a teacher being a barrier between a parent and child.Parents can always speak with their children.If parents are concerned they should have a conversation with their child.But for a child or teenager to respond honestly,in my experience,judgmental statements need to be avoided. I do want our children protected so I am suggesting that the city instead declares itself a safe zone from assault weapons to prevent the mass killing of students in school.That's a declaration that would save lives. Margaret"Meg"Robinson HB resident From: Janet Michels To: CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFFI;guonlementalcomm(aa surfcity-hb.orq Subject: Agenda items Date: Monday,August 5,2024 8:19:33 PM City Council, It is again with profound disappointment that I feel required to submit a letter on several of tomorrow night's agenda items. Please accept the following comments from an interested, engaged and deeply concerned citizen. Item 24-541: It appears that several of you continue to seek out issues that are unrelated to your authority as City Council Members or the governance of our city. Just how many "statements" of support or opposition will be enough? This does not accomplish anything productive, and despite the statements by the Mayor from the dais and on the city website stating her desire to bring unity and reduce divisiveness,this item has no purpose other than....wait for it...continue to fracture our city and foster divisiveness. Please focus on your job,which, as a reminder, is pasted below from the City's website. Mayor,you can do better than this. Your item in no way meets the basic criteria for your position. The City Council establishes policies and priorities for the provision of effective and efficient municipal services. The City Council is the city's legislative authority and sets the policies under which the city operates. The City Council's duties include establishing goals and policies, enacting legislation, adopting the city's operating budget, and appropriating the funds necessary to provide service to the city's residents, businesses, and visitors. Item 24-549 (with a nod to 24-547) On the face of it, Councilmember McKeon's item is one I wholly support, and have done so within the scope of my role on the Finance Commission. In fact for over 6 months,we have discussed Meadowlark over and over;and over again since January 2024 with several members of our commission seemingly having no objective other than to identify some sort of"gotcha" to reveal seemingly nefarious activities on behalf of city staff. In fact, in order to get off the merry-go-round of the same topic discussion for 6 months,I proposed a task force to do a better job with the partnership which will commence in 2025. In my opinion,to require the city to do a full analysis of foregone rent(of which Meadowlark was a key target) during a (hopefully) once in a lifetime pandemic seems to have no beneficial purpose. Transparency is all well and good, if it has a role in improving the future of the city. Mr. Mckeon lists several items,but the one he does not list is the release of the recent airshow settlement,which has gotten the most attention from within the city, from all political persuasions and also caught the attention of legislators and state administrators. However, Mr. McKeon lists a general#5 for other topics, and I for one,would appreciate him adding the full cost analysis of this settlement. Even people who can do basic math come up with very big numbers in terms of scale, lack of city control, and real costs to the city in terms of giving away the city's few direct revenue opportunities AND the city paying for most of the major labor costs for the air show itself. I would recommend Mr. McKeon publicly supports item 24-547 as consistent with his own item. Further. I would suggest amending to add some language that would describe specifically what would be gained by each analysis being requested ...something several council members should also do and their designates on commissions should learn as well. Thank you, Janet Michels Janet Michels 714.448.3095 From: Paula Schaefer To: 5unnlementalcomm(alsurfcity-hb.orq;CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMG STAfFI;gitv.manaaer(alsurfcity-hh.orq Subject: NO on 24-541 Parents"Right to Know Date: Monday,August 5,2024 8:32:55 PM Mayor, If you more carefully read the text of AB 1955,you would know that AB1955 does NOT prevent educators from informing parents of anything related to a child's gender identity. Nevertheless,you continue to spout misinformation.As Mayor, shouldn't you know that the City has NO jurisdiction over the actions of the local school boards? But hell,why bother with the facts when you can rally your base with more potential litigation against Sacramento? This is yet another waste of time and resources in your continued efforts at distracting City residents from the problems the FAB4+1 have brought upon the City. Paula A. Schaefer From: Bev Sanson@ To: CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFFI;suoolementalcommesurfcity-hb.org Subject: My council meeting.8/6/24 Date: Monday,August 5,2024 8:34:12 PM I am a city resident and have lived here since 1996. I strongly urge you to vote against item 24-451 which calls for an ordinance to make Huntington Beach a"Parents Right to Know"City. I believe this is a very dangerous item which will force teachers to"out"those students who have chosen to keep information regarding their desire to change their name or use of pronouns while they are in school to their parents. I agree that parents should be involved with their children's sense of self,but forcing students to come out to their parents when these students have concerns about the parental response to them is inappropriate. One would hope that if there is a good relationship between the student and their parent,the parent would know,intuitively,that their child is struggling with identity issues. It should not be up the the teacher to fill this gap in recognition. I fear that this ruling would lead to an increase in the already high incidence of suicide by students. Studies have shown that this happens. Also,I encourage the city council to vote yes on item 24-457 regarding financial transparency in the settlement with the Pacific Airshow. The beach closure was due to potential dangerous effects to beachgoers during the oil spill.It was a necessary closure and the settlement which was made with the airshow was ludicrous. Our city should not be beholden to the owners of the Pacific Airshow for the next 10-40 years. All the financial giveaways to the airshow appear to be so over the top that I cannot believe anyone would ever agree to it. I think the residents of our fine city should be aware and understand what the true costs of this settlement with be. Thank you, Beverly Sansone,MD 201 20th St, Huntington Beach From: Woody Woodruff To: 5unolementalcommc5 surfcity-hb.orq Subject Parent right to know Date: Monday,August 5,2024 8:36:18 PM I want to thank mayor Van Der Mark for standing up for parental rights after the vicious attack on parents by Gavin Newson with his insidious attack on children and parents with AB 1955.Every city in the state should be standing up against AB 1955,it is every cities fiduciary duty to protect families,not break them.I would hope that this is unanimously backed by the entire city Council.Any city council member who does not agree with trying to protect parental rights,I would have to definitely question what the real motivation would be as well there moral fitness to be on the city counci From: 5ean Drexler To: sunolementalcommAsurfcity-hb.orq Subject: Public Comment City Council Mtg Agenda Item 30 Date: Monday,August 5,2024 9:00:26 PM Hello Mayor and City Council, I am writing as an Orange County resident, urging you to vote no on Agenda Item 30. Contrary to what has been suggested, AB 1955 simply prevents school boards from forcing teachers to out students against their will. This is a common sense approach to student safety. It maintains the current relationship dynamic between parent, student, and teacher by leaving it to the teacher or administrator's discretion to out students. There is no need to declare Huntington Beach a "Parent's Right to Know" City or declaring City interest in challenging the State on AB 1955. Parents are guaranteed the same rights as every citizen under the U.S. Constitution. They are not entitled to extra rights. Furthermore, Huntington Beach City Council has no jurisdiction over education policy nor does it have any standing in any legal case on this matter. Challenging the State would result in taxpayers footing the bill for a frivolous lawsuit that will only serve to further antagonize LGBTQ people, including children. I urge you to vote no on Agenda Item 30. • Sincerely, Sean Drexler From: K.Ca®ll To: amnMmrntaIrvmmiBaorkiNithmt;:TY a ibM nu0L 2;5 STAFF1 Subject alyCaundl Mtg.August 6,2024-Items 24-541 Parents Right to brow.24-549 Tax Payer Transparency-Tau Saving sate: Monday,August 5,2024 9:19:22 PM Greetings Mayor Van Der Mark,Pro Tem Pat Burns,Esteemed Council Members Casey McKeon and Tony Strickland. First of all,I am super amazed that you are keeping up on items.I have a few items that I would like to share my thoughts: 24-541:Parents rights.Gracey Van Der Mark Gracey,I cannot thank you enough.Our kids are safe with you.We are with you more than you know. Do people know that Newsome is making it mandatory that Teachers are prohibited from telling a parent that their kids may be identifying as another sex and name changes...bc their parents may cause them to commit suicide?They need to monitor bullying in schools that does instigate bullying be of no school intervention.Pretty sure parent's already know.And,if cities don't adhere;he holds back funding.Newsome penalize's citiies financiancilly for not paying for these porno books in schools and libraries of explicit male on male illustrations sexual acts and girls masterbation.With Newsome's newly passed bill;teachers are prohibited from notifying the parents if their child shows up one day and says he wants to change his gender...name..from Sam to Suzie;.bc,a teacher has influenced him/her. Manipulating our children..bc they say'we spend more time with them than parents'. It protects teachers and groomers. "Secrets"httpc•//www yntttuhe cnm/watch9v—oH2_kUzNbUk • ]i ts•//wwwamaznn.cnm/Secret-Pima-Party-Adam-Ruhin/dp/0S0171947R/re cr_1_19 crld=IOTOF12A414'lT OXrdih=eyT71jniMST9 cX7yilapu4TnrthlpsT g0Krl PsOF5Wc56Dit31aVIC7BvswRvsDxRhCrvf-Tnk_QvLRPTth3t7e2WZ7- triJdigjSn7HfiRzV TOtTVYOr]Nd7p4LkCnxUU5sRP7tbmgd9VT 1hS V Rw7H- VLITTpdnVkKrKjVnnRTK40KQWITwDTF3T T1 LsGLDapTF.6UT2T6320TA4TWIeZCrs4jMsDeijHB I X I V7TEFi9aiXTDsrailOUTZaQ2Frgs iRPTmlyddhRP- SMCV4I TT iS3e6hNSKmT9yr.OnitmTSR Fkkdih_tag=scbkeywnrdc=secret+pizza+partyRrgid=17177764R2&sprefix=secret+piz7a%2Calts%2C217,trarR- 1#custnmerReviews 'Let's keep this between you and me..know,your parent's don't understand you...I won't tell your parents..you won't get in trouble'...the kids are in their most vulnerable stage. My 14 year old daughter came home from HB Highschool and she showed me a'gift'that her(male)art teacher made it and had given it to her totally inappropriate.She knew it was not right. For me,I had an incredible teacher(5th grade)that summoned my mom. be she thought I was'stressed'...that's what my mom told me. Domestic violence.I will never,ever forget the impact this teacher made on me be I thought magically she knew and was going to fix things.Teachers are mandatory reporters.I would really appreciate it if they could just be persistent with that instead of sexual choices.I don't think people care about that.Teachers and Parents need to be partners. From all of this,I am saying that if we could have our teachers concentrate on academics and report on issues to the appropriate agency and involve parents,that would be great. I would also like to see the stats on suicide up to date on kids that have committed suicide be their parents shunned them.I really feel that era is long • gone.Pm in my 70's,HRD for orver 40 years and there has only been one report outside of work and that was in the 70's.That era is gone. Parent's with LGBTQ kids need to stop instilling in them that they are victims...THEY are making them victims. 24-549 Casey McKeon.TaxPayer Transparency.Evaluation of City Tax Tax Sharing. Thank You Casey.You are a no BS,no nonsense guy.I can't wait to see the results.I know that our family and many of the other neighbors will have a pre lift off for the air show and after party on the Airshow.But,I cannot wait to see the other facts.I am coming to this meeting to relish in the detailed results.Huge...thank you for all you do. You have contributed so much and appreciated more than you know. Pro Tern Pat Burns and Councilman Tony Strickand,as always.thank you so much for your immense contributions. - Best regards, Kris Carroll From: Celeste Rvbicki To: CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF).5uoolementalcomm(alsurfcity-hb.orq Subject: No on item 24541,Yes on item 24-542 Date: Monday,August 5,2024 9:21:11 PM City council members, This item, 24-541, only serves to prove what we already know: Mayor Gracey hates the LGBTQ+community(including kids) and our mayor did not read or understand the governor's bill. AB 1955 does not prevent"educators from informing parents of their child's gender identity or gender expression"it only prevents the government from FORCING them to out students to their parents. If our goal is truly to strengthen children's relationships with their parents we should be setting the example by being open,welcoming to diversity, and respectful to others. That's clearly not the council majority's priority. This is maga virtue signaling and nothing more. It could have been a Facebook post, and I ask that the mayor please stop wasting everyone's valuable time with this crap. Item number 24-542 should be a no-brainer. The Huntington Beach community is rightfully outraged at the details revealed in the Pacific Airshow settlement. Taxpayers deserve a thorough review and breakdown of the total costs and impact(something that should have have been done before the majority agreed to it)I look forward to this item passing with Casey McKeon's vote, if taxpayer transparency actually matters to him. Thank you, An HB taxpayer with children currently in the public school system From: Caroline Brandenburaer To: CITY COUNCIL(INCL CMO STAFF);SuoolementalcommCalsurfcitwhb.orq Subject: • Item#24-541 Stipp Comm Date: Monday,August 5,2024 9:21:14 PM To HB City Council: This email is regarding item#24-541 brought forth by Mayor Van Der Mark. This is just another publicity stunt. Do you realize that not all children and young adults feel comfortable telling their parents/guardians that they are LGBT?Unfortunately, some parents/ guardians are not accepting of this fact and ultimately it can cause anxiety, depression and even suicidal ideation in children and young adults. School districts elect their own trustees to govern them. Plus state laws always prevail over city ordinances. However,you got on tv and - in the paper so in your tiny mind you won. Mayor Van Der Mark,please stay in your lane! Focus on Huntington Beach's most important issues like homelessness,housing and infrastructure. Who cares what Elon Musk does and it's completely irrelevant and nonsensical to mention him in your agenda item. I truly believe this is just noise and political fanfare to distract from the recent Pacific Air Show settlement revealing. Focus on what you can do to make Huntington Beach a better city,not your personal political theater agenda! Sincerely, Caroline Brandenburger 45 year HB resident and homeowner From: Rob Bermond To: 5uonlementalcomm(asurfcity-hb.orq Subject: Public Comment City Council Mtg Agenda Item 30 Date: Monday,August 5,2024 9:34:45 PM Hello Mayor and City Council, I am writing as an Orange County resident,urging you to vote no on Agenda Item 30. Contrary to what has been suggested,AB 1955 simply prevents school boards from forcing teachers to out students against their will. This is a common sense approach to student safety. It maintains the current relationship dynamic between parent, student, and teacher by leaving it to the teacher or administrator's discretion to out students. There is no need to declare Huntington Beach a"Parent's Right to Know"City or declaring City interest in challenging the State on AB 1955. Parents are guaranteed the same rights as every citizen under the U.S. Constitution. They are not entitled to extra rights. Furthermore, Huntington Beach City Council has no jurisdiction over education policy nor does it have any standing in any legal case on this matter. Challenging the State would result in taxpayers footing the bill for a frivolous lawsuit that will only serve to further antagonize LGBTQ people, including children. I urge you to vote no on Agenda Item 30. Sincerely, Rob Bermond From: pride at the Pier To: 5unolementalcommCatsurfcity-hb.orq Cc: Van Der Mark.Gracev;Hums.Pat;Bolton.Rhonda:J(jmick.Dan;McKeon.Casey;Moser.Natalie; IQmt Subject: Supplemental Communication regarding Agenda Item#30(24-541) Date: Monday,August 5,2024 9:45:54 PM Attachments: Opposition to Aaenda 30 124-5411.ndf Hello, Please see our official communication to the city council regarding Agenda Item#30, (24-541) attached here, to be made public record with the meeting agenda. Please advise if there's any difficulty downloading this file. Thank you so much, Kanan Durham Executive Director Pride at the Pier Instaaram Facebook Linkedin Iikisk www.orideattheoier.orq Pride at the Pier is fiscally sponsored by Hack Club,a 501(c)(3)nonprofit. Our registered EIN is 81-2908499 _1 PRIDE AT i� i i r' THE PIER #"'3 nT THE • Public Comment: Agenda Item #30 (24-541) August 5th, 2024 Huntington Beach City Council 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Huntington Beach City Council; Pride at the Pier stands in opposition of Agenda Item #30, wherein Mayor Gracey Van Der Mark asks for a"Request to Prepare an Ordinance Declaring Huntington Beach to be a"Parents' Right to Know" City". This is not only a very clear attempt to distract from the council's lack of accountability over the Pacific Airshow Settlement, it's based on a critically untrue interpretation of AB 1955, The Safety Act. Van Der Mark states in the memo for this item, "Last month, Governor Newsom signed into law Assembly Bill 1955 (AB 1955), which prevents educators from informing parents of their child's gender identity or gender expression". This is at best a deep misunderstanding of the law, and at worst, a lie. AB 1955 does NOT prevent educators from informing parents of their child's gender identity or gender expression. It prevents the passage of Forced Outing Policies, known by some as "Parental Notification Policies" by overreaching school boards. It prevents school boards from requiring educators to have that conversation, regardless of their own discretion, the wishes of the student, or even the wishes of the parents. 'Teachers can still have these conversations under AB 1955, based on their own discretion. We believe it's deeply important that the full context of this law is provided. Pride at the Pier was deeply involved in the legislative action to pass this law, and we testified on behalf of AB 1955 during the State Senate Education Committee Hearing on May 29th, 2024. The law, in its full form, can be found here. https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml? bill_id=202320240AB1955. We are highly concerned that Van Der Mark has chosen to repeatedly spread a lie, whether knowingly or not, that so directly fuels the anti LGBTQ+sentiment that is present in this city, even in the very council chambers where this agenda will be discussed. . a e PRIDE AT JJ P. I ljr THE PIER /TN.L The actions of this city council majority, in light of this, become increasingly illuminating. Van Der Mark's involvement in anti-transgender activism has been well-known since before her time in office, as well as her engagement in anti-public school and anti-sex education activism. On the council,she and the rest of the council majority have worked to; • ban the Pride Flag from being displayed in any official capacity on government property • ban books while using anti-LGBTQ+fear-mongering • remove references to a variety of marginalized communities from the city's Policy on Human Dignity • dismantle the human relations commission that worked to protect marginalized people • include anti-trans dog whistles in the re-written Policy on Human Dignity • remove references to LGBTQ+ Pride month from the city calendar • accept and even promote the rhetoric of anti-LGBTQ+ individuals in our local government All of these things considered, it becomes laughable that the concerns of the council majority are anything but another attempt to use your authority to further harm the LGBTQ+ constituents you are meant to serve. Not only that, but there's also the issue of simple jurisdiction - this City Council has absolutely zero jurisdiction over education policy in Huntington Beach, whether over the three school boards that operate within the city limits, or any private schools or charter schools. Additionally, the City Council has no claim on any lawsuits against the state over AB 1955, and it's therefore shocking that the council would consider assigning the city attorney to this task when his office has still yet to account for the recent scandal regarding the Pacific Airshow settlement that has come to light. Mayor Van Der Mark, the Huntington Beach LGBTQ+ community is not a smokescreen for you, Michael Gates, and the council majority to use when you need a distraction from the calls of thousands asking for accountability for your governance decisions. We ask you to do better. Best regards, TCC'rteav c,Du/g2Ci Executive Director Pride at the Pier prideatthepier.org 0 Orange County, California Q .prideatthepier@gmail.com From: liven Hoana To: 5uoolementicommCalsur(city-hb.orq Subject: Opposition to 8/6 Agenda item 24-541 Date: Monday,August 5,2024 11:45:01 PM Attachments: VROC X A]letter re OCBE anti-LGBTO actions.odf Hello, My name is Uyen Hoang and I am the Executive Director of Viet Rainbow of Orange County (VROC). We are a local LGBTQ+nonprofit organization that serves all of Orange County, especially Vietnamese Americans and other communities of color. We have been in operation for 10 years and have deep community connections all throughout Orange County. I'm writing to share that VROC is strongly against a resolution declaring Huntington Beach a so-called"Parents'Right to Know" city because it doesn't provide parents, students, educators, community members, and investors any actual safety and improvement to education or the City's reputation in general. It doesn't do anything but waste time and spread harmful rhetoric against the queer community. We have already written a letter with Advancing Justice Southern California to share why supportive and inclusive schools are important to the health and wellbeing of not only LGBTQ+students,but for all students. It is attached along with the 300+cosigners from individuals and organizations throughout Orange County. We are also confused and disappointed at the proposal to sue the state regarding the passage of AB 1955, also known as The SAFETY Act. As a small community nonprofit that has to fundraise, apply for grants, and justify all our income and expenses,we can't fathom wasting resources like that to prove a political point. Consider doing better and being better by focusing on issues that actually matter and improve lives of HB residents--Thanks! Warmly, Uyen Hoang,MA,MPH(she/they) Executive Director Website I Facebook I Instagram I Linktree Schedule a meeting with me,I Hear my name pronunciation June 7, 2023 Orange County Department of Education 200 Kalmus Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 RE: OCBE Position of Support for AB-1314 & OC LGBTQ+Students protections Dear OC Board of Education Trustees Jorge Valdes,Esq.,Man Barke, Ken L. Williams,Jr., D.O., Tim Shaw., Lisa Sparks, Ph.D.; Pride Month is a time to celebrate LGBTQ+communities,their achievements,and the long road to inclusion. However,by May 1st more than 540 bills were introduced in at least 37 states targeting LGTBQ+students'.Even here in California,with one of the largest LGBTQ+communities in the nation, there has been legislation introduced that could harm LGBTQ+youth in schools. Studies have proven again and again that unsupportive school environments have alarming effects. 52% of LGBTQ+youth aged 13-17 considered suicide in the past year while 2 in 3 transgender or nonbinary youth experience major depression. Supportive schools significantly reduce these statistics,with a 37% decrease in suicide ideation and a 43%decrease in depression when teachers care about the safety of the vulnerable students3. Schools should provide safe spaces for students to discover themselves and access crucial support systems,fostering their overall well-being. When schools provide their students the vital support systems they need,it is clear that our youth thrive. However,the K-12 educational landscape in Orange County(OC)falls far from providing a safe and inclusive environment for their LGBTQ+students. Through a needs assessment conducted by Viet Rainbow of Orange County in 2021 and through multiple community listening sessions,we found that LGBTQ+students in OC often face an unsupportive classroom atmosphere with incidents of bullying,harassment, and discrimination from their peers and educators.Few youth actually have access to supportive adults at their schools who actually listen to, support,and respect them for who they are—and even fewer share that their school has proactive measures in place to create a safe space for all students.Efforts must be intensified to foster a more accepting and supportive environment,where LGBTQ+students can thrive without fear of discrimination or prejudice. The Orange County Board of Education(OCBE),which oversees the budget for K-12 schools in OC and manages the local school districts,has demonstrated actions that are detrimental to the well-being and • inclusivity of LGBTQ+students.The OCBE voted to support Assembly Bill 1314,even though it did not . • advance in committee,which would have required school district employees to"out"trans and non-binary rtttns•//www hrr:nrg/cress-releasPshmPPkly-roundup-of-anti-Ightn-legislation-advancing-in-states-arrnss-the-crnmtry-3 2 httns://www.thetrevororoiect.ora/wo-content/uoloads/2o21/o5/The-Trevor-Project National-Survev-BesLlts-2o21.odf 3 httra•//www thp74millinn crg/article/snared-nf-snhnnl-even-in-states-with-nmtentivP-lawn-Iphtrf-studante-are-reporting-nttanke-fmm-nt her-kids-and-teachers/ students to their parents without the students' consent.During that meeting,the board members ignored the concerns of the LGBTQ+communities and our allies,going as far as voting to support the bill in the middle of public comment. The pandemic has shown us that we are interconnected,and the actions of our elected leaders affect us all. In order for California to be an inclusive leader in progressing human rights,we cannot ignore anti-LGBTQ+actions and agendas anywhere within our state. Thus,we demand that the Orange County Board of Education Board members do the following: 1. Rescind their endorsement of AB 1314.OCBE should publicly acknowledge and apologize for the impact they have made by endorsing anti-trans and LGBTQ+legislation and policies. 2. Prioritize supporting policies that protect trans,nonbinary,and gender nonconforming students: The OCBE should put on their agenda and prioritize supportive policies that cultivate safe schools for LGBTQ+students,particularly gender diverse students. 3. Meet with LGBTQ+Community and Allies by the end of June 2023: The OCBE should engage with LGBTQ+leaders and allies beyond public facing meetings and work towards better understanding the specific needs and challenges LGBTQ+students face. The OCBE must reevaluate its priorities and commit to fostering an environment where all students, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, can flourish without fear of discrimination or prejudice.It is crucial for the OCBE to be an ally to the LGBTQ+community and prioritize the well-being of all students in Orange County. Signed, Viet Rainbow of Orange County(VROC) Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California(AJSOCAL) Additional signatures,as of Thursday,June 15th 7:13pm PST Stacia Kato Dannie Cesena,Director of CA LGBTQ Health and Human Services Network Hairo Cortes,Executive Director of Chispa James Huynh,VROC Research Committee Co-Chair Lisa Fu,Executive Director of California Healthy Nail Salon Collaborative Cindy Le Keva Bui Shakeel Syed,Executive Director of South Asian Network Jackie Lindsay Fitzpatrick,Executive Director of Shanti Orange County Chelsea Boyle Priscilla Huang,Executive Director of Center for Asian Americans in Action Megan Bui Lesley Velasco, Civic Engagement Manager of Ahri for Justice Alice Nguyen Jacob Le Amanda Landrian Theresa Le Kathy Vu Ashley Tatang Kristi Pruett Katherine Allah Jackie Wu Frankie Guevara Kimberly Goering,Oak Grove Elementary PTA President and CUSD employee Nam.Hyee Kim,Director of Korean American Center Sunli Kim Ali Mange,Executive Director of Women for American Values and Ethics Lien Adrianne Alpem Dan T. Amy Luna Capelle Sean Thomas,Board Member,Treasurer Of Lavender Democrats Of Orange County Mlou Aquino Michelle Olea Cayla Zhang Sofia Men Nikki Paschal Maya Polon Hina Ahmad,Deputy Director of South Asian Network Eddie Hu Romina AMFT of Shanti OC Jeffrey Vu,Director of Clinical Services,Nurse Practitioner at UC Irvine Gender Diversity Program Maria Garcia,Program Manager at Rainbow Labs Toni Collard,mental health counselor at Radiant Health Centers Lisa Macafee Johann Ortizo,Director of Programs at APAIT,a division of Special Service for Groups Jinkyung Park,Communications Director at Ahri for Justice Chloe Sheerson Madin,Executive Director at ProjectQ Brian Poth,Executive Director of The Source LGBT+Center Stephanie Camacho-Van Dyke,Director of Advocacy and Education at LGBTQ Center OC Sonya Lam,Executive Director of API Equality-LA Catalina Kristina Esopo Adrian Bacong Van Bui Kevin Cruz,Ph.D candidate Julie Vo,Policy Director at Orange County Asian and Pacific Islander Community Alliance(OCAPICA) Tien Cao Renee Lahey-Jacobs Joceline Seres Bryant Jackson-Green Jessica Man Marcus Degnan Jason Bautista,Community&Civic Engagement Associate at Thai Community Development Center (Thai CDC) Lucy Ngo,Program Manager at Ahri for Justice Ryan Okazaki Austin Nguyen Joey Tran Ariana Figueroa Tiffany Tran Mario A.Ortega,CEO at Abrazar,Inc. Sean Tan Andrew Shang • Carla Brizuela-Perez Vy Nguyen David Gonzalez -- Kaitlin Yi Maggie Hawkins,Co-chair,LGBTQ+Leadership Council of Planned Parenthood Orange&San Bernardino Counties Shreshta Aiyar Cathy Ryan kim Marcos Ellen Ahn,Executive Director of Korean Community Services Joanne Susie Kim Nicholas Kim Don Han,Director of Community Partnerships of OC Human Relations Sophia Ortiz Karen Llave Van Anh Chau Calvin her Jonathan Dang Carlsein Cathy Ngo Brianna A. Gonzalez Kyra Huete Nadia Philip Yaeger,CEO of Radiant Health Centers Rachel Choi Jacquelyn Do,Development Chair of The Vietnamese Creatives Collective Joanna Banh Tanya Ly Alex Villafuerte,Executive Director of Pacific Arts Movement Terence dela Paz Jon Rosario Miranda Sanchez Lalene Travis Pham Michael Huynh Mark Refe Lynna Le Jennifer Tran Kelly Groff Arianna Seyedjafari TK Le,Board member,Viet Rainbow of Orange County Vivian Demetrius Tien Jonathan Paik Duyen Spigelman Katherine Conner Jay Mantuhac Vattana Peong ,Executive Director,The Cambodian Family Community Center Christopher Bondoc Grazella Valdez Jamie Sodorff Sandra Huynh Mienah Z Sharif Kong Yang Tiffany Tran Albert Xiong Rebecca Do Sophat Phea Michael Yau Chin-Yee Chew Frances Yau Jacqueline Dan Karl Abad Seka Vi Nguyen Zachary Ana Jimenez-Hami,Founder&Executive Director,OC Children's Therapeutic Arts Center Darlene Duy Nguyen-Amigo, Communications Chair,Vietnamese Creatives Collective Troy Sullivan Alma Cazares-Contreras Vickie Vertiz Davidian Bishop Khloe Rios-Wyatt,CEO,Alianza Translatinx Maria Valencia Estella Owoimaha-Church,Executive Director,Empowering Pacific Islander Communities(EPIC) Juliet Stowers Hector Villa Nieves,Health Educator,APAIT Erin Arendse,Program Director,Equality California Hoang Nguyen,Director of External Affairs,AAPI Equity Alliance Tina Pham Julie Nguyen Elise Weinberg Nate Andre Barrios, Senior Community Advocacy Manager,CPEHN Michelle Johnstone Karen Lee Nancy Marin Hambley,Advocacy&Education Coordinator, Stonewall Alliance of Chico Ethan Thai Totam Dao ' Nicolas Santos Billie Joe Wright,Co-Chair,Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties Elleni Conley Roxzel Soto Michelle To Patricia Stickles Mary Kyle Paul Gonzales,Co-Chair,Lavender Democrats OC Kevin Al Perez,President, Somos Familia Valle Jordan Boggess,QSA President,Chapman Queer Student Alliance Brandon Leong,Prevention Program Manager,APAIT Tricia Nguyen,CEO, Southland integrated Services,Inc. Diana Ngo-Vuong Tran Sandra Martinez Brian Chen Ada Briceno Adeli Duron,OC Human Relations Commissioner, OCHR Commission Florice Hoffman Jennifer S.Wang,Executive Director,AASCSC Asian American Senior Citizens Service Center Amy Buch Dot C.Leach,Founder and Leader,Women Drivers Interfaith Group Daniel orea Joyce McNabb Christina Glowalla Guadalupe Vargas Lexi,Prevention Coordinator,Phoenix House California Lety Robles Devin Juarez,Phoenix House BHIS Melissa Bader-Huesgen Juan Plascencia Han Kim,Health Educator at APAIT,APAIT Jo-Anne Matsubs Juan Serapia Kim,Executive Vice President,Korean American Democratic Committee(KADC) Andrew Lopez Jackson Pai Ann Burroughs,President&CEO,Japanese American National Museum Don Thompson Daniel Mayeda Cody Sloan Regina Brooks Claudia Leung El Pe Sharon Sandy Sakamoto Stephen Lee Eve Braga Connie Cho Mary Grace Barrios Gustav Sallas Mara Wiley Steven Solomon Sharon Longyear Roger Vortman Krithika Rao Janel Calinog Joyce Chiao Miriam Nunez Valdovinos,Educator,Therapist,and Student,unDACAmented Kathryne Mei Cabo,Manager,Advancing Justice I AAJC Linda Nancy MiLee David Haskins Kathleen Yasuda Grace Shimizu Sandra Mattson Angela Jay Anthony Albert Ailsa and Kate Hermann-Wu Robert Ortiz Michelle Benes Ann Bein Annie Lorraine Brabham Harold Watson Liz Sauer Sheila Tran Larry Quan Carlo De La Cruz Sofia Alvarez JoAnne Metzler Christina Apeta,Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California Wesley Choy David H Fulton Set Hernandez Eleanor Huang Madeleine Lee Kevin Nancy Wei Jessica Lim Carol Ng Sara Fung Don Pew Joyce Lu,Pomona College Jorge Morros Roxanne Wong Alison James Samantha Bonaparte Brandon Juhl Elizabeth Sunwoo Julian Do,Co-Director,Ethnic Media Services Christie Ruppel • Dylan Nguyen Kevin D.McCollough Vic DeAngelo Constance Minerovic Beverly Mitchell Wendy,Program Manager,Equality California Laura Tribble David Russell Novkov Ann Dorsey Robert Bursick Daniel Moody,LMFT Priscilla Nguyen Celeste Hong Cherry Lee George Luke Southwell-Chan Kim Hoang John Yi Mike Nestor Hongwei Lu Ryan Nguyen Michelle Nguyen Tracey Nguyen Elaine Su Linda Vo Ken Wyant • Jennifer Kyle Erin Koppel Crystle Stevenson Elizabeth Levine Jeff Lebow Samantha Morin Linda Murphy Clay Compton Rosalia Lopez Debra Koppel Hanh Nguyen Gwen D'Arcangelis Amanda mielke Michael Jackson Chris Rodriguez Reginald Gideon Sauls VI Carla Hasegawa-Ahrendt Ames Kim Alex Arjad Christine Do Long Phi Hoang Sarah Phung Stephanie Nguyen Samuel Hoa bui Gina Ngo Jennifer Vo Ngo Anna Ma Michelle Nguyen Christine Nguyen Vivian Lee Frances Woo Abhi Manivannan Kourtney Nham melinda villa Marisabel Hernandez Kimmy Nguyen Paul Tran • Katie Tran Lan Nguyen Trayden Nguyen Albus Wang,United proud Womxn Angel Buckley Rebecca Robyn Sherain Gordon Nagayama Hall Diana Bohn Jared Parker Maria Torres Magaly Garcia From: diannef22(aa vahoo.cor To: SunolementalcommCa)surfcity-hb.orq;CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF1 Subject: Oppose Agenda Item#30 Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 2:39:11 AM I am writing in strong opposition to item #30. 1. It's clearly agendized as a distraction from the disclosure of the huge giveaway of public funds to the Pacific Airshow. 2. It is simply wrong in it's message. AB1955 does NOT require teachers to keep secrets from parents. AB1955 explicitly states that schools cannot make rules/policies that REQUIRE a teacher to out a student to their parents. If a teacher has a concern about a student, they are free to talk to the parent about that concern, as they always have been. 3. Huntington Beach is already embroiled in too many lawsuits with the state over "culture war" issues. The city does not have unlimited funds to take on all these issues. The city should be using its resources to care for the city. Contracts need to be issued, employees need to be paid, roads need to be paved, infrastructure needs to be maintained. If the city goes bankrupt, all of the day-to-day operations of the city -_ will collapse. We expect our leaders to be concerned with the operations of the city that they were elected to oversee. Let's take care of the city, its employees, and its residents and keep our eyes on the huge expenditure--the Airshow Settlement. Sincerely, Diane James From: Tim Channel To: CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF1 Cc: gunolementalcommcalsurfcity-hb.Qlq Subject: Agenda Items 8/6/2024 Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 7:50:36 AM City Council, Opposed to Item 30:24-531.This item has nothing to do with city business and is completely out of city jurisdiction.I urge a NO vote. In support of Item 31:24-547.The citizens deserve a complete disclosure of the costs of this heretofore secret agreement.I urge a YES vote. Regards, Timothy Channel Huntington Beach From: (,aura)ulvne To: guoolementalcommlalsurfcity-hb.orq Subject: Objection to Mayors Agenda Item"Parents Right to Know" Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 7:56:20 AM Item 24-541 on the July 6th, 2014 City Council Agenda is out of place. The State has already enacted a ruling on the subject(AB 1955). The authority in Education is with the City's elected School Board and not with the Council. The Mayor's line items is a deflection tactic she has used continuously since her election making the LGBTQ+her target. Laura Lara • From: Duffle Channej To: guoolementalcommCla surfcity-hb.orq;CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF1 Subject: For Item 31,Against Item 30 Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:07:44 AM To City Council: Once again,we can see the blatant political stunt created by Michael Gates and Mayor Van Der Mark to attempt to swing the heads around of the people of HB away from the biggest HEIST in HB history.,the airshow giveaway scandal. They conveniently attempt to use the passing of AB 1955 to fall all over each other to declare the city a"Parents Right to Know" city. Hey Parents! You have every right to know what your kids are doing and feeling.No one is blocking your right to parent,to be present in your child's life. This Bill merely stops a potential mandate to force teachers to betray their students'confidence and out them against their will,putting them in potential harm's way. You can"declare"the city anything you want,-you can waste more city tax payer money trying to sue the state yet again,but the city has zero jurisdiction regarding public school policies or state law. We see your silly attempt to change the narrative away from the HEIST. We see you inappropriately beg at your church for members to come save you at this meeting. The people of HB are smarter than that. I am 100% against Agent item 30. Let parents parent and let teachers teach. Do not force teachers to betray their students and put them in harm's way. I am FOR agenda Item 31 -and very pleased to see Item 31 on the agenda. I am FOR a thorough audit and investigation into the Airhow Scandal and Heist by the City Attorney and Council Majority who tried to hide the full details of the Airshow giveaway. Mr Gates blatantly lied when he presented the cherry-picked one page summary of the settlement leaving off all of the important details of the settlement.Now that the public has actually finally seen all of the details that were purposefully left off that one page summary,we are absolutely shocked and appalled by the biggest heist in HB history. Let's see and understand the fiscal summary of the costs of the airshow versus the 40+year monetary compensation given to Mr. Elliott for ONE DAY of a cancelled airshow. The public deserves to know. Please stop with your political stunts and your attempts to fool the public and please stop using your church for your political shenanigans. It's embarrassing. Sincerely, B. Channel 35 year resident and homeowner From: Jvv LeBoeuf To: suoolementalcomm( surfcity-hb.orq Subject: LGBTQ and code four giveaway Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:13:43 AM Dear Council: STOP!!!Just stop with these culture wars and back room deals with your campaign contributors! Let's get busy with grass roots issues that concern the majority of our city. You are wasting time and money fighting California laws. Mary LeBoeuf 28 year resident Sent from my iPhone From: ber eorincesseaol.corrt To: guoolementalcommesurfcity-hb.orq Subject: ENOUGH! Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:20:50 AM Not all parents are good parents.. So I ask Gracey Van Der Mark and those that are in agreement with Gracey Van Der Mark did your parents know EVERYTHING going on with you?Could you have actually told them ANYTHING at all without getting a beating,kicked out, called names,in any trouble, etc?Would you have wanted your parents to know EVERYTHING you were doing or thinking? Stop being hypocrites! She doesn't get a say,thankfully,in what the schools do or not do. She is one of the LAST people that should open her mouth about such things and considering her version of family values that we have all seen over the years. SMH She should remember when she is trying to be the government overreaching on our public library books and our kids the words she used in that its our children and our rights to raise them.That doesn't mean just for when it fits her agenda and her buddies. Why is it she wants to help supposed parents that are "harmed"by the law but no care if any child/teen is harmed by what she would rather have schools do?Where is the concern here for the kids that have parents that are bigots and what they might do to that child?If you want your kids to be able to talk to you openly than you better have an open mind and do better as a parent so they can trust you. Shame on you Gracey Van Der Mark for wasting time on this. Enough is enough from the 4+1 on these issues that are NOT city business. BTW, no we have not forgotten about the air show settlement and what you 4+1 have done with "gifting" your pal, Kevin Elliott so much in that settlement. Shame on you all. Not only should you 4 have not had a say in what happened with the settlement but Gates should not have been near it as well since that was a major conflict of interest going on. Where is the transparency in any of this? You talk about being transparent but it seems its only when its anything butthis or dealing with your agenda against the public libraries. So I can assume how you 4 will vote against the item that Kalmick, Moser and Bolton have for transparency on this instead of for it as it should be. . Anna Plewa From: Jaime Kauffman Palumbo To: guoolementalcomm( surfcity-hb.org Subject: Public Comment for 8/6/2024 meeting Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:37:03 AM Hello, I am deeply disturbed by the Mayor's agenda item and stand firmly against it.Not only is the agenda item misleading about what AB1955 actually does,but the anti LGBTQ rhetoric is appalling.This majority has been on a crusade against the LGBTQ community since it got elected and it is not what this community wants or needs.It also seems like whenever the Mayor and the majority want to stir up their base with culture war nonsense,it is to cover up something else they are trying to hide.This attempt is more blatant than usual.They are trying to redirect the citizens anger over the Pacific Airshow settlement onto something else.We will not be so easily lured away.The airshow settlement is an egregious giveaway of our tax payer dollars and a testament to the corruption of this majority and our city attorney.To try to distract us with a specious argument against a new law that tries to protect queer students and another potential lawsuit that we will definitely lose is ridiculous.Stop the culture war nonsense and start governing our city instead.Talk of Sacramento's overreach is rather hypocritical as this majority tries to overreach into areas that they have no control over all the time.Quit wasting our money and do what you were elected to do. Thank you, Jaime and John Palumbo From: vanessaweblalaol.coni To: guoolementalcommesurfc!ty-hb.orq Subject: Make HB Great Again! Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:39:22 AM Dear Council Members, As 40 year residents of Huntington Beach,we are sick and tired of the endless lawsuits • wasting our tax dollars. The lack of transparency regarding the airshow is unacceptable. The harm that the majority 4 have inflicted on our city will affect us for years after they're gone. As the mayor likes to say,this mama doesn't co parent with the government. Let each of us decide which books are appropriate-not a private company,not a review board. [S- ° r sum 4 f: 104 4.71 . ,tT y� 4 r „1.1 v. 0 r ;Age . . eft i ;_: N ,.. ', ; - f 1 11x �6c! 4u 1 a9' - ._ /1 c ill rii 1 . li - prr'mf : � �,1 c' te 8 "< ( ' x a 8.°et! , .:„, ... ,„ .. „„,, Sincerely,Vanessa and Jeff Webster Sent from the all new AOL app for iOS From: Lindsay K To: g ionlementalcommCalsurfcity-hb.orq;(=SP INCTI 11NC1 SMCt TAFFI Subject: Agenda Item 25-541"Parents"Right to Know Memo" Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:41:10 AM Once again Mayor Van Der Mark has introduced an extreme agenda item that is divisive and has nothing to do with the city's business. I would ask the mayor to stop trying to get attention and wasting our tax money on vice signaling lawsuits.There is no other aspect of a child or teen's life that a teacher is required to divulge to parents and LGBTQ+ kids and teens may have very good reasons to keep their identity a secret from parents or others. One local example would be the homophobia that our Mayor and her supporters have displayed at City Council meetings. Enough vitriol and cruelty. Get back to governing and keep your church out of our council chambers. Sincerely, Lindsay Klick- Mother, HB Resident, Librarian From: Steven C Shepherd Architect To: guoolementalcomim surfcity-hb.orq;CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF) Subject OPPOSED TO AGENDA ITEM#30(A CHILD"S WELFARE>A PARENT'S HURT FEELINGS) Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:57:30 AM Every child benefits from having a trusted adult in their life. That adult can be a parent, a relative, a coach, a teacher, a law enforcement officer, or sometimes just a trusted neighbor. Often, the identity of the adult matters little to a desperate child. Most children seek out adults they respect, who listen, and who they view as a supporter and their advocate. While it is common for that adult to be a parent, sadly, this isn't always the case. Unfortunately, some adults simply aren't up to the rigors of competent parenting. This reality forces children to look elsewhere for the understanding, empathy, and guidance they crave. In seeking to force parent notification, you needlessly narrow a child's options in trying to find a trusted adult and wrongly assume that every parent is worthy of their child's trust. If all the parents howling about "parents' rights" simply invested their time and energy into fostering a respect-based relationship of compassion with their child, perhaps then they'd have less to be insecure about as parents. Steve Shepherd Huntington Beach 92646 • From: F,tanislau.Robin To: Moore.Tanis;Switzer.Donna Cc: );.auivel.Juan Subject: Fwd:In Support of Mayor Van Der Markus Item Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:44:26 AM Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: From: chris macdonald<justlisted@yahoo.com> Date: August 6, 2024 at 8:24:28 AM PDT To: "Estanislau, Robin" <Robin.Estanislau@surfcity-hb.org>, "Esquivel, Juan" <Juan.Esquivel@surfcity-hb.org> Cc: "Van Der Mark, Gracey" <Gracey.VanDerMark@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: In Support of Mayor Van Der Mark's Item Hello Robin and Juan, Please note that I'm in support of Mayor Van Der Mark's Item 30 on The Council Agenda. I think she is doing a good thing bringing this forward. Thank You, Chris MacDonald, Huntington Beach Resident From: Pikes.Cathy To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:Parents right to know Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:53:57 AM Original Message From:Woody Woodruff<ewoodruff111 @gmail.com> Sent:Monday,August 5,2024 7:21 PM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Parents right to know I want to thank mayor Van Der Mark for standing up for parental rights after the vicious attack on parents by Gavin Newson with his insidious attack on children and parents with AB 1955.Every city in the state should be standing up against AB 1955,it is every cities fiduciary duty to protect families,not break them.I would hope that this is unanimously backed by the entire city Council.Any city council member who does not agree with trying to protect parental rights,I would have to definitely question what the real motivation would be as well there moral fitness to be on the city council. From: ekes.Cathy To: Aaenda Alert Subject: FW:Parents right to know Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:54:06 AM Original Message From:Woody Woodruff<ewoodruff111@gmail.com> Sent:Monday,August 5,2024 7:30 PM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Parents right to know I want to thank mayor Van Der Mark for standing up for parental rights after the vicious attack on parents by Gavin Newson with his insidious attack on children and parents with AB 1955.Every city in the state should be standing up against AB 1955,it is every cities fiduciary duty to protect families,not break them.I would hope that this is unanimously backed by the entire city Council.Any city council member who does not agree with trying to protect parental rights,I would have to definitely question what the real motivation would be as well there moral fitness to be on the city council. From: Fikes.Cathy To: Aaenda Alerts Subject: FW:Oppose Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:54:39 AM From:Annilise Flanagan-Frankl <anniliseff@gmail.com> Sent: Monday,August 5, 2024 8:25 PM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL. CMO STAFF) <city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Oppose I oppose the Council's plan yo pay the Airshow Agreement. I oppose the Council's Parents Right to Know-agenda item. The majority on this council are spending taxpayer money inappropriately! Stop lining your political pockets rather than doing what is best for the community. Annilise M. Flanagan-Frankl, M.A. CounselingPsychologist Nationally Certified School Psychologist Remember - the past is over, the future is a mystery,and today is a gift. That is why it is called the PRESENT. Make today count. Call: 847-226-3119 From: Ekes.Cathy To: Acenda Alert Subject: FW:parents right to know Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:55:19 AM From: Lisa<Iisaswoodruff@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, August 5, 2024 8:37 PM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL. CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: parents right to know Many thanks to Mayor Van Der Mark for standing up for parental rights after the nonsensical attack on parents by Gavin Newson with it's devastating effect on children and parents with AB 1955. Every city in the state should be standing up against AB 1955. It is every city's duty to protect families, not destroy them. I would hope that this is unanimously backed by the entire city Council. It starts with no rights for parents for this, to no rights for parents at all. The government is not here to raise people's children and to influence their decisions that affects their future. Thank you Lisa Woodruff From: Fikes.Cathy To: Acenda Alerts Subject: FW:City Business Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:55:39 AM ----Original Message From:Karla Tucker<ktkr2@aol.com> Sent:Monday,August 5,2024 8:49 PM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:City Business Mayor Van Der Mark, Please stick to city business and stop wasting time and city resources trying to intervene/influence/meddle in policies that are not part of city affairs. If you want to be a school board member to address AB 1955,run for the school board. If you want to control books the library buys,apply to be a librarian. If you want to praise and support Texas politicians,move to Texas and register to vote. I think our city mayor should strive to serve all of our Huntington Beach residents and not just her own personal beliefs. Thoughtfully, Karla Tucker Sent from my iPhone From: Fakes.Cathy To: Agenda Aler Subject: FW:Agenda item 24541 Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:55:47 AM From:Adam Kelly<adamscottkelly@gmail.com> Sent: Monday,August 5, 2024 9:01 PM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL. CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Agenda item 24-541 I'm writing against agenda item 24-541. The bill prohibits ordinances requiring teachers/schools to out students without their consent, no more no less.Teachers and schools should not be forced to out students without a student's consent. Students have their own right to privacy, especially when it comes to confidences they share with trusted members of their community.As much as it probably hurts some authoritarian parents'feelings, parents do not own their children. If a child chooses to share personal information such as their gender identity preference to a teacher or a school staff member and not their parent,that is for the student to decide. I'll add that if your kids aren't sharing information like that with you as a parent, that is on you.That is a failure as a parent to open safe avenues of communication with your child. It's shocking that Gracey would want the government to mandate disclosure of a student's private information. But.I guess in her mind, if you're a terrible parent,you can have the government make your kids share their private feelings and identity with you. It is also pretty obvious that agenda item 24-541 and the public statement she had city staff make on her behalf is a distraction from Gracey and company's atrocious settlement with the Pacific Air Show and their buddy Kevin Elliot. I'm also writing in support of items 24-547, and 24-549. Not only am I disgusted by the obfuscation committed by the Republican Council members regarding the Air Show Settlement, I am also bewildered that any city leadership would buckle to a private corporation like that and sell our city out. If Michael Gates is too cowardly to fight a single company he should step down from office. It is clear we need oversight and to have this tremendous payout investigated. Hopefully we will see the criminals that let this settlement go through be investigated and prosecuted. Huntington Beach deserves justice. Thank you, Adam Kelly From: Fkes.Cathy To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:Parents Right to Know Ordinance Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:56:37 AM From:Aaron Tse<aaron.w.tse@gmail.com> Sent: Monday,August 5, 2024 11:38 PM To: CITY COUNCIL(INCL. CMO STAFF) <city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Parents Right to Know Ordinance Dear Mayor, Mayor Pro Tern and all Council Members, I just want to express my backing for the Parents Right to Know proposed city ordinance that Mayor Gracey is proposing.The Government should not try to parent children, it is not their job or concern, it is clearly the parents job.The Parents Right to Know should be passed and made into law.Thank you. Sincerely, Aaron Tse HB resident and home owner From: Fikes.Cathy To: Aaenda Alerts Subject: FW:Do Better! Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:57:03 AM -----Original Message---- From:onewildart<onewildart@aol.com> Sent:Tuesday,August 6,2024 12:50 AM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Do Better! We are growing weary of the constant need to remind the F4 that their jobs are not to fight the state but run our city. We are tired of the lies,deception and misinformation that keep coming forth from this faction of the council.Our city has NOT benefited from their service and the political climate is very hostile in our once laid back friendly seaside community. Recently the mayor requested coming together in the name of unity and promptly started another culture war with the state over a school issue,none of our city's preview. She also involves her church in her political agenda.There are tax implications for this not to mention trampling on the separation of church and state. Do Better!!! Trudy Roe Sent from my iPad From: pikes.Cathy To: Aaenda Alerts Subject: FW:Airshow Settlement Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:57:30 AM ----Original Message---- From:d.wada<denisewada714@gmail.com> Sent:Tuesday,August 6,2024 5:23 AM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Airshow Settlement Dear Council Members, I am outraged,but not surprised,how bad a settlement this is in favor of the airshow.I've heard how some of you claim there is justification to give away public funds but it reeks of nepotism when that same person/business is so closely tied to the majority.There is a problem when the city attorney claims this was the best result when they don't show their work.We clearly need a non partisan city attorney who looks at the law and thereby will work for the city's best interest,and not their political aspirations. As a longtime resident who has never seen this misuse of city time,this council'majority's reaction to AB 1955 adds to their pile.You were not elected to fight the State of California,stand with other states for Federal issues,or litigate special status on your personal beliefs. AB1955 does not prohibit you from knowing your child but if you don't,the fact that you have to litigate to know says it all.Because you prohibit them from reading about their gender,sexual health,and other developmental issues I can see why you or they wouldn't know.Stop wasting our tax payer dollars with an over zealous legal budget.Do the job of city council and work on REDUCING our budget deficits. Sincerly,Denise Wada From: Films.Cathy To: Acenda Alert Subject RN:I Support the REQUEST TO PREPARE AN ORDINANCE DECLARING HUNTINGTON BEACH TO BE A "PARENTS'RIGHT TO KNOW"CITY Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:57:43 AM From:Sue Jervik<suejervik@pm.me> Sent:Tuesday,August 6, 2024 6:00 AM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL. CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: I Support the REQUEST TO PREPARE AN ORDINANCE DECLARING HUNTINGTON BEACH TO BE A"PARENTS' RIGHT TO KNOW"CITY Good morning Huntington Beach City.Council Members, I support Mayor Gracey Van Der Mark's agenda item.30 in response to AB1955. I definitely want Governor Newsome to know that many citizens of Huntington Beach like me find this law horrific. • Parents have the right to know what is going on with their children.Teachers should not be allowed to hide information about a child's physical or mental health from their parents. Thank you, Sue Jervik Huntington Beach resident From: Fkes.Cathy To: Aoenda Alerts Subject: FW:Mind the City,Not Your Politics! Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:58:19 AM Original Message From:Margaret Sloan<peggysloan@gmail.com> Sent:Tuesday,August 6,2024 6:32 AM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:Mind the City,Not Your Politics! HB citizens want the council's majority to stop politicizing outside of your elected boundaries!Clean the parks and beaches,police traffic scofflaws,upgrade and maintain public bathrooms for a start.Stop pushing your Christian Nationalism agenda, stop giving away our tax dollars to your cronies and stop frivolous and costly lawsuits. Sincerely, Margaret(Peggy)Sloan Sent from my iPad From: Fikes.Cathy To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:City Council initiative Date: Tuesday,August 6,2024 8:58:33 AM Original Message From:Alice<alice4656@yahoo.com> Sent:Tuesday,August 6,2024 7:37 AM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject:City Council initiative Thank you mayor Gracey Van Der Mark for taking a stand against AB 1955 about parental rights in California. I fully support the Huntington Beach City Council initiative against assembly bill AB 1955. Alice Lastuvka 6812 Marilyn Drive Huntington Beach CA 92647 From: Ekes.Cathy To: Aaenda Alerts Subject: FW:Parents Right To Know Date: Monday,August 5,2024 5:43:07 PM From:Valerie Tonkovich <val.loveandpeace@gmail.com> Sent: Monday,August 5, 2024 4:36 PM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL. CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Parents Right To Know Dear Mayor,Mayor Pro Tem and all Council Members, Parents should be the first to know when their child is having issues or experiencing certain feelings that are affecting them mentally and physically. It is not the,government's right to hide information from parents about their child's well-being. So,I wholeheartedly back the proposed Parents Right to Know city ordinance that Mayor Gracey is proposing. Thank you from a concerned citizen and parent and grandmother. Valerie Tonkovich From: Fkes.Cathy To: Aaenda Alerts Subject: FW:Parents'Right to Know Date: Monday,August 5,2024 5:43:23 PM From:trisha.rohn <trisha.rohn@gmail.com> Sent: Monday,August 5, 2024 4:54 PM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL. CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Parents' Right to Know Thank you Mayor Van Der Mark and City Council for the parents' right to know ordinance. As a Mom,you have my full sport! Keep the Government out of our lives. Thanks, Trish From: Fikes.Cathy To: Aaenda Alerts Subject: FW:Distractions Date: Monday,August 5,2024 5:44:31 PM From:Gerald Donohue<gdonohue41@gmail.com> Sent: Monday,August 5, 2024 5:32 PM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL. CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Distractions Council will spend time on AB1955, a total school district issue, but doesn't want much discussion about the air show. Can we concentrate on local issues that the city council does have discretion over? Every third day or so the OC Register has a.column, not on the US Open of Surfing in HB, but some irregularity, some political opportunism, something that degrades and does not enhance the city's reputation. We, no you, can and must do better. Jerry Donohue From: Fikes.Cathy To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW:Recent News Stories Date: Monday,August 5,2024 5:45:31 PM From:Vince<hbsip@yahoo.com> Sent: Monday,August 5, 2024 5:42 PM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL. CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Recent News Stories I see that the council is again involved in culture war news stories that have nothing to do with the running of our city. It is obvious to me that you are doing this for media coverage and perceived future political reasons. I am not a fan of extreme agendas whether on the far left or far right.Middle America is frustrated and weary of the grandstanding between political extremists. Tomorrow's agenda item has nothing to do with government at the city level. Please focus on issues related to the operation and maintenance of Huntington Beach. Anything else is simply grandstanding. Vince Sipkovich Huntington Beach, CA From: Ekes.Cathy To: Aaenda Alerts Subject: FW:Proposal regarding"Parent"s Right to Know City" Date: Monday,August 5,2024 7:23:00 PM From:Stacey Grosvenor<staceygrosvenor@aol.com> Sent: Monday,August 5, 2024 6:13 PM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL. CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Proposal regarding"Parent's Right to Know City" I wish to express that I am strongly against the proposal of Mayor Van Der Mark to declare Huntington Beach as a"Parents'Right to Know" City,and potentially suing the state of California over AB1955, signed into law last month. First, let it be known please that AB1955 only applies to School Districts and stops school districts from forcing teachers to "out" their students. Discretion still lies with the teacher or administrator. This bill maintains the relationship between the parent,student and teacher. Parents and families have an important role to play in the lives of young people. Studies confirm that LGBTQ+youth thrive when they have parental support and feel safe sharing their full identities with them,but it can be harmful to force young people to share their full identities before they are ready. Our teachers should not be forced to "out"their students. Period. It's bad for the child. The child needs an opportunity to come out to their parents if and when they are ready. Not all parents will welcome the news that their child is having gender identity issues. Outing the student to their parents, can cause a lot of damage to the student's relationship with their family,and potential harm to the student. Please stop the anti-LGBTQ agenda in Huntington Beach. Our city used to be a place where everyone was welcome,we flew the gay pride flag,and now the flag has been taken down and our mayor is trying to advance more anti-LGBTQ agendas. I have lived here for 24 years and have never seen more bad decisions made by our city council. And lastly,I don't understand why Mayor Van Der Mark quotes Elon Musk's opinion on the assembly bill, as if Elon Musk were a child development expert. He's smart,wealthy guy,but he's also a nut. He named his 6th son, "X AE A-Xii" --does this sound like something a normal person would do? Why do we care about his opinion? If he wants to consolidate his business operation in Texas,that's his business. The last thing we need to do is spend more time and money on frivolous lawsuits that feed the agendas of hate here in our beautiful city. Respectfully, Stacey Grosvenor 601 21st Street Huntington Beach, CA 92648 (714) 733-3539 Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Tuesday,August 6, 2024 12:56 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: Parents' Right To Know From: B L<becky.langenwalter@gmail.com> Sent:Tuesday,August 6,2024 9:12 AM To:CITY COUNCIL(INCL. CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: Parents' Right To Know As a homeowner in HB, who will have grandchildren attending school in HB in a few years, I support a Parents' Right To Know. What happens to children is a parents' responsibility, not the schools'. Just as we would not want a school to give our children medication,we have a right to consent to or decline ANY activities that involve our kids. AB 1955 breaks all precedence of respecting the rights of parents and strengthening families. This bill is being tested in court and will eventually be nullified due to violating parents' constitutional rights. In the meantime, I ask you to maintain the parental rights that have been serving us well for decades by supporting a Right To Know city rule. In other southland cities, the public schools have seen a mass exodus of students when overreaching practices like AB 1955 are implemented. Respectfully, Rebecca Langenwalter (562) 686-8256 HB Homeowner Sent from Mail for Windows i Moore, Tania From: cherivatkinson@aol.com Sent: Tuesday,August 6, 2024 10:55 AM To: supplementalcomm@surfcity-hb.org; citycouncil@surfcity-hb.org Subject: Opposition to 24-541 Dear City Council, As a mental health professional, of over 50 years, I am strongly opposed to what it means, to be a ParentsRight To Know city. Having worked at Drew Medical School, at the IEP program for six years, I have first hand knowledge of the extreme emotional damage, that can be done, when youth and adults are not accepted by their family, because of their sexual identity. It is the role of parents to build a safe and trusting relationship, with their children, so that their children can be open with them, and not rely on teachers to tell them if their children's pronouns change. This is not the role of the teacher. Worst scenario- a teacher presents to a parent, that their child's pronouns have changed. The child is rejected at home, where they should feel safe, and takes their own life. It happens and has happened. Do you want to have the teacher, take this responsibility, and do do want this responsibility as a City Council? Why not offer classes to parents, to help them in making their home emotionally safe for their children, so that their children feel comfortable sharing with them. Cheri Atkinson LCSW You may read my comments 1 8/6/2024 SUMMER w Fro @uT7 . _ Laaa2 g©g 1 Congratulations on a (go very successful------ �S • open of suaoon o• � _ • ...a. -may • 2 1 8/6/2024 ro. 44"A:44,14-, 111111 *_•';"'fit• . _ R.I.P. Yaeli Martinez 3 ■ Support Agenda [IUND @ o 24-56`_ Parents' Roohi2 'ko Kooue oappon Ag©nds J ©c 32 • 2 -046o oaf `&K-ShsTrIn _ • ;h t • 4 2 Moore, Tania From: MARILYN Boehm <beachmama7@msn.com> Sent: Tuesday,August 6, 2024 12:05 AM To: supplementalcomm@surfcity-hb.org Subject: Opposed to Agenda Item#24-541 Gracey Van DerMark, Please know that I'm a constituent and resident of Huntington Beach. Once again, I find myself compelled to object to the latest attempt to draw attention away from the Air Show Settlement by introducing this meaningless ordinance stating that HB supports a "Parents Right to Know" regarding a student's gender identification. I honestly don't understand your obsession with creating obstacles to gay, trans, and lesbian youth. It's a shame, but a reality, that some of those students feel they can be more honest with their trusted teachers than they can be with their parents. Your ordinance has no bearing on AB1955, which is under the jurisdiction of the education department. This bill is not there as a culture war item to be used by you to appeal to the conservative MAGA base. I take exception to the negative comments you and the other majority Council members make about our governor. He was voted into office by the majority of voters in the last election, which means that those of us who live in California approve of his governing. Please stop with the constant "Culture Wars." They have no place in city government, and I'm tired of all the unnecessary divisions your meaningless agenda items create in our town. I realize that you don't listen to, or even read, my remarks—just as you always vote in opposition to the votes of the minority Council members. I'll remember this foolish game you're playing when I go into the voting booth this November. Marilyn Boehm HB resident 1 Moore, Tania From: Fikes, Cathy Sent: Tuesday,August 6, 2024 12:56 PM To: Agenda Alerts Subject: FW: I support parents' right to know Original Message From: Regina R<regina_rebello@yahoo.com> Sent:Tuesday,August 6,2024 10:35 AM To: CITY COUNCIL(INCL.CMO STAFF)<city.council@surfcity-hb.org> Subject: I support parents' right to know I support a parent's right to know about anything and everything happening at any public school. I also support parent's rights to disagree with and protest things that happen at school.The government doesn't have any rights to do anything with my children. Our taxes pay for all the school employees wages and pensions and these employees are public servants.They don't know what's best for our children and aren't medical doctors.They should be focused on creating an environment where kids can learn reading writing math science language etc. Sexuality and gender of a minor shouldn't be a topic of conversation at school with adults who are not the child's parent,guardian or doctor. It's not surprising that anyone who can afford to leave public school leaves. Ca has lost sight of the purpose of public schools. It's time to get back on course. Thank you, Regina Larson Sent from my iPhone 1