Proposals & Initiatives

Will be presented to Staff & Council within first 3 months as your District 1 Council Member

Quality of Life Albert Ricci Quality of Life Albert Ricci

Modern Permit Parking

Modern Permit Parking is a common-sense upgrade to the City’s residential parking system that replaces outdated physical hangtags with a digital, license plate-based permit model using technology the City already uses. The program protects the number of permits currently issued to residents while introducing a scalable structure for any additional permits beyond that amount, helping reduce overcrowding improving availability and potential revenue. By modernizing enforcement, simplifying the resident experience, and cutting administrative inefficiencies, this initiative delivers a more efficient, and accountable approach to managing parking across Orange.

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Albert Ricci Albert Ricci

Restoring Trust in the Permit Process

The Safe Compliance Initiative is a limited-time program that gives Orange homeowners a clear, penalty-free path to bring unpermitted work into compliance through a simple, streamlined process focused on safety. By making it easier for residents to come forward, the program rebuilds trust between homeowners and City Hall while ensuring properties meet building standards.

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Transparency & Education Albert Ricci Transparency & Education Albert Ricci

Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders in Orange

The future of Orange will be shaped by the next generation, and their voices should be part of the conversation today. This proposal introduces the idea of a Youth Advisory Committee, bringing together residents ages 18–24 to engage with city government. The committee would give young people an opportunity to share ideas, learn about civic leadership, and participate in shaping their community. Investing in youth civic engagement today helps build stronger leadership for Orange tomorrow.

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Economic Albert Ricci Economic Albert Ricci

From Breakdown to Breakthrough: A Smarter Budget Starts Here

Orange is facing tightening revenues and rising service costs, making budget transparency and community involvement essential. Instead of focusing on blame, the priority is stabilizing finances while protecting critical services, then later reviewing how the city got into its current position. The plan calls for plain-language, visual budget presentations, interactive dashboards, and cost-neutral strategies like digital outreach, renegotiating underused contracts, leveraging local expertise, and encouraging staff-driven savings ideas. The message emphasizes that the budget affects everyone, and solutions must be built collaboratively to create a stronger, more resilient city.

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Reintroducing Chapman University & The City of Orange

As Orange faces tough financial headwinds, it's time to rethink old dynamics and tap into untapped assets—starting with Chapman University. By partnering with Chapman’s private sector resources and connections to help reimagine underutilized city properties, the City can reduce costs, build smarter, and strengthen a relationship that’s long overdue for a reset.

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Transparency & Education Albert Ricci Transparency & Education Albert Ricci

It’s Your City. Learn How to Use It

A citywide push to help residents better understand and use their local government. This campaign aims to equip citizens with the knowledge and tools to navigate City Hall, understand budgets, and get real issues solved. Through easy-to-digest videos, guides, email content, and community events, the initiative targets not just District 1, but the entire City of Orange.

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