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Andrea Marr

District 3 Council Member2018-2026

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At a glance

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Term ending Dec 31, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
24
Total speaking time
3:07:30
Avg per meeting
7:49
Segments
3538

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Top issues during term (20)

critical→Jan 2026[53]

Comprehensive Housing Element Implementation and Zoning Overhaul

Costs associated with environmental review, planning implementation, and potential legal or administrative friction with regional aviation authorities.

critical↓Apr 2026[44]

Fairview Developmental Center redevelopment

Remediation and site preparation costs are estimated at $300 million, with long-term infrastructure and park fee revenues expected.

high↑Sep 2026[42]

21-Unit Residential Development at 396 East 21st Street

Private investment in a vacant infill parcel generating future property tax revenues.

high↑Jan 2026[36]

Shalimar Park Expansion and Community Center Design

Initial phase funded via approximately $500,000 in existing park funds and reallocation, with a future community center estimated at around $2 million.

critical↑Feb 2026[34]

Surveillance Technology & Data Privacy Concerns

$292,144.59 funded entirely through Orange County retail theft grant funds.

high↑Feb 2026[33]

Sober Living Home Regulation & Neighborhood Compatibility

None specified.

critical↑Feb 2026[22]

Arts and Culture Master Plan Update

Funded through the city's designated planning budget for cultural services.

critical↑Mar 2026[21]

Existing Litigation and Legal Defense Strategy

Active litigation may result in significant legal defense costs or settlement expenses for the city.

critical→Mar 2026[18]

Sixth Cycle Housing Element Update

Involves staff resources and compliance with state housing mandates to avoid penalties and retain funding eligibility.

high↑Apr 2026[18]

Sidewalk and Traffic Infrastructure Investments

Staff time and sign manufacturing costs covered by existing public works operational budgets.

high↑Sep 2026[15]

Successor Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) for City Labor Units

Labor agreements directly affect city staffing budgets and public safety expenditures.

high↑Aug 2026[15]

Climate Action and Adaptation Plan and Safety Element Updates

Implementation will be integrated into ongoing city operations and leverage state grant opportunities.

high↓Mar 2026[11]

Park Ranger Operations and E-Bike Enforcement

Staff time and administrative correspondence costs.

high↑Mar 2026[11]

Municipal Facilities Master Plan & Deferred Maintenance

Bond issuance and construction contract costs for municipal capital improvement.

critical↑Feb 2026[11]

Moon Park Revitalization and Safety Upgrades

Design costs are estimated around $200,000, with total construction expenses to be determined during upcoming budget cycles.

high↑Mar 2026[11]

One Metro West Public Art Integration

Private investment by the developer into public-facing architectural art features.

high↑Oct 2026[10]

Information Technology Strategic Plan Phase II

Staffing and potential third-party consulting costs associated with system configuration and enhancement.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

Real Property Negotiation at 3303 Hyland Avenue

Potential acquisition, lease, or property transaction costs.

high↑Oct 2022[10]

city council election

Your vote could shape how city funds are spent, impacting everything from parks to public safety.

high↓Apr 2026[10]

New Community Gardens Location Study

Minimal fiscal impact for initial study phase, with future capital costs dependent on site selection.

Decisions during term (284)

Recorded while Marr was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

Voting record (80)

74 yes6 no

Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.

Voted yesOct 20, 2026

Adoption of Safety Element, Climate Action Plan, and Environmental Justice Policies

Voted yesOct 20, 2026

Neighborhoods Where We All Belong Zoning Overhaul

Voted noOct 6, 2026

Approval of Purchase of Drone Docking Stations and Skydio Drone

Expressed concern over contract terms regarding data deletion, artificial intelligence use, and termination clauses.

Voted yesSep 1, 2026

Consent Calendar Approval

Voted yesSep 1, 2026

Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Award

Voted yesSep 1, 2026

Zoning Code Amendment PCTY-26-0001

Voted yesSep 1, 2026

Ohio House Reasonable Accommodation Appeal Continuation

Voted yesSep 1, 2026

General Plan Amendment for Sixth Cycle Housing Element (PCTY-26-0003)

Voted yesSep 1, 2026

Intent to Overrule Airport Land Use Commission Inconsistency Determination

Voted yesSep 1, 2026

Successor Memoranda of Understanding and Salary Resolutions

Voted yesAug 4, 2026

Response to Orange County Grand Jury Report on State Housing Mandate

Voted yesAug 4, 2026

Zoning Code Amendment for Non-Residential Uses (PCTY-26-0001)

Voted yesAug 4, 2026

Continuation Request of the Consolidated Master Fee Schedule

Voted yesAug 4, 2026

Parks and Community Services Commission Annual Report

Voted yesAug 4, 2026

Award of the On-Call Sidewalk Repair Project (City Project No. 25-20)

Voted yesAug 4, 2026

Signal Modernization for Systemic Safety Improvements (Federal Project No. HSIPL-5312(107), City Project No. 26-01)

Voted yesAug 4, 2026

Amendment to Professional Services Agreement for Adams Avenue Bicycle Facility Project (Federal Project No. STPL-5312(108), City Project No. 25-11)

Voted yesJul 22, 2026

Business License Reform Ballot Measure

Voted yesJul 21, 2026

Limit Public Comments to Two Minutes

Voted yesJul 21, 2026

Maintain Flock Safety Services with Contract Revisions

Voted yesJul 21, 2026

Continue City Ballot Initiatives Item

Voted yesJun 16, 2026

Deferral of Proposed First Time Homebuyer Pilot Program

Voted noJun 16, 2026

Fairview Road and Belfast Avenue Traffic Signal Project

Voted yesJun 2, 2026

Termination of Priceless Pet Rescue Agreement and Emergency Procurement with WAGS

Voted yesJun 2, 2026

Consent Calendar Approval

Voted yesJun 2, 2026

Award of Contract to Renovate Jack Hammett Sports Complex Fields 1 and 2

Voted yesJun 2, 2026

Business Improvement Area (BIA) Reauthorization and Annual Assessment

Voted noJun 2, 2026

Adoption of Fiscal Year 2026-27 Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budget

Voted against the budget due to concerns over vacancy assumptions, overtime shortfalls, and a desire for deeper budget scrutiny.

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Consent Calendar Approval

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Agreement for Unleaded Fuel Services with Merrimac Petroleum, Inc.

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Professional Services Agreement to Provide Shelter Operations at the Costa Mesa Bridge Shelter

Voted yesMay 19, 2026

Update on SB 707 and Adopt the Council Policy for Disruption of Telephonic or Internet Service During City Council Meetings

Voted yesMay 5, 2026

Special Use Permit for Sober Living Home at 1601 Baker Street

Concurred that the ministerial review process must be respected to maintain consistency with local ordinances and federal protections.

Voted yesApr 21, 2026

National Opioid Litigation Settlements

Voted yesApr 7, 2026

Consent Calendar Approval

Voted yesApr 7, 2026

Storm Drainage Impact Fees and Nexus Study Adoption

Voted yesApr 7, 2026

Housing Element Rezoning and Related Code Amendments

Voted yesApr 7, 2026

Code of Ethics and Conduct Consideration

Voted yesApr 7, 2026

Active Transportation Committee Annual Report

Voted yesApr 7, 2026

Fairview Park West Bluff Restoration Project Agreement

Voted yesApr 7, 2026

Costa Mesa Skate Park Expansion and Improvement Project

Voted yesApr 7, 2026

Waste Infrastructure System Enterprise (WISE) Agreement

Voted yesApr 7, 2026

Appointments to Various City Committees

Voted noMar 17, 2026

Just Cause Residential Tenant Protections Report

Voted yesMar 17, 2026

Rental Registry and Renter Solutions Network Direction

Voted yesMar 17, 2026

Adoption of Housing Element Amendments (PCTY-26-0001)

Voted yesMar 17, 2026

Housing Element Sites Rezoning and Code Amendments

Voted yesMar 17, 2026

Funding Commitments for Affordable Housing Projects

Voted yesMar 17, 2026

Additional Housing Trust Fund Allocation for Costa Mesa Senior Project

Voted yesMar 17, 2026

Approve staff recommendation.