Remarks by Jim Cunneen
313 remarks on the record, newest first · Page 9 of 13
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“I think we stick with option one. All right. Thanks so much, Ashley.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Okay, next is the Cultural Arts, Recreation, Sports, and Seniors, or CARS Advisory Committee presentation by Deputy City Manager, Community Services Director, Rob Frazell. Welcome.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Councilwoman Grant, Constantine. What was that?”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“I think some of the other really big ideas that this committee are going to be tackling is the park's master plan. And getting a lot of that feedback from the public, that just helps streamline rather than have it all concentrated here, let's say, during council meetings, which are packed with agenda items. A lot of times we don't have the adequate time to flush out some of those ideas in a setting that I think it really deserves that kind of attention. So I think that's one of the tasks of this CARS committee is to help us with that vision.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“okay we still need direction from City Council consensus I see heads nodding yes so terrific yeah we're gonna go forward great job thanks so much excited okay and our last item on study session information on procedure for public comments”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“I think I just want to make an observation that I think we take this part of the meeting very seriously. It's a key part of the feedback from the public. It's part of our democracy. And so I know we try to make every attempt to make the speakers feel welcome, to give them the time to express themselves. And I think that's something that's part of our Fountain Valley brand of being a nice place to live. So thanks for all your efforts on that.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Okay, thanks so much. Well, that'll end our study session. We're going to take a few-minute break. We'll come back at 6 p.m. for general meeting. Thank you.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“At 6.07 p.m., welcome to City of Fount Valley general meeting. We'll start with an invocation. If you could please rise. God of wisdom, we seek your help today. Come and let your wisdom fall upon us. Oh, Lord, as we gather here for this meeting, give us clarity so that we can effectively deliberate each part of today's agenda, reveal challenging areas, and show us the best solutions that will apply. point our eyes to every positive outcome since our last meeting, and let these favorable results and developments encourage every heart in this room. Dear God, help us apply your wisdom as we…”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Thank you. Do we have any items to report out of closed session?”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Okay, thank you. And next we'll move to City Manager update. City Manager Maggie Lee.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“So thanks for coming out tonight. Congratulations. Thank you for all that you do and will continue to do. It's my home, so you know. Do you want to say a few words?”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Okay. All right, we'll get a picture of you.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Next is a recognition of our outgoing finance director, Ryan Smith.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Well, I'll start with a couple comments, Ryan. So for those who don't know Ryan Smith, he has been an invaluable member of the city since joining us in October 2022. This is following an extensive search for what was then our next finance director. We have been truly fortunate to have Ryan as part of our strong executive management team for over the past three years. With more than 20 years of auditing and municipal finance experience, Ryan has built an impressive career, beginning as an account technician in local government. His expertise and commitment played a critical role in rebuilding…”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“We'd like to present a certificate of recognition to Ryan Smith, Finance Director. In recognition of your dedicated service and valuable contributions to the city of Fountain Valley, your leadership, professionalism, and commitment to excellence has made a lasting impact on our organization and our community. We extend our sincere appreciation and best wishes for continued success in your future endeavors. Ryan. And we're going to ask any members of the Measure H committee if you'd like to say a few words. Well, we got them. All right, I think City Manager Lee.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Ryan, I think there's a few council comments before we give you the floor. Councilman Granis.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Ryan is a passionate basketball player, and one of the things that we got to do, which was a lot of fun, was play some basketball. Got some sharp elbows. Sharp elbows, quick. I'm still not recovered from that last game, but that was one of the things that we're definitely going to miss. City Manager Lee also is pretty fierce on the court, so I'll never forget those games. What about me? Yeah, you're amazing. Amazing. Amazing. So Ryan, do you want to make a few comments?”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Okay, next is First City Council, Successor Agency, Housing Authority, public comments on unscheduled matters only. Do we have any requests to speak?”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“She's indicating no, so we'll draw. Okay. Next speaker, Libby. Welcome.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Thank you. We have a common theme of the flock topic. And so at this time, I'd like to bring up our police chief or police and the staff to provide a little bit of information on this timely topic.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Thank you, Chief, for that safety information. As we are still in public comments for unscheduled matters, we appreciate that. We're going to continue with the public comments.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“All right, next is consent calendar. Consent calendar items one through nine will be approved simultaneously with one motion unless separate action and or discussion is requested. Does anyone wish to pull a consent item?”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Okay, moving into administrative items. Item 10, approval of amendment number one to agreement with Temporary Staffing Professionals, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $180,000 for temporary staffing services. Presentation by risk manager, Heather.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026
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“Thank you, Heather. I'll open up to questions from council. I'll move approval.”
City Council · Aug 18, 2026