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City Clerk Harris-Neal clarified that the attachments for Item 6G, City of Brea Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Related Audit Reports for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2023, were made available at the meeting for the record, as was an updated attachment for Item 6F, Acceptance of Country Hills Subdivision Pavement and Water Improvements, Project 7322.

Financial Services Manager, Revenue Madrazo presented the item and provided a background on Development Impact fees; a history of fee studies and adjustments; and clarified what the fees are used for and provided examples.

Carlos Villarreal, Willdan, spoke about the methodology in fee calculations for the Fire Impact Fees and the Dispatch Impact Fees.

Eric Callocchia, New Gen Strategies, spoke about the Water and Sewer Impact Fees and the Sewer Connection Fees. He also explained the different distinctions between the impact fees and the connection fees.

Council requested clarification on the use of the Administration Fees, inflationary adjustments, and the methodology calculating the range in rates per zone, and the distinction between zones and districts.

Water & Equipment Superintendent Correa provided an explanation on the structure of the different zones and districts throughout the City.

Financial Services Manager, Revenue Madrazo spoke about the proposed timeline for the fee adoption and next steps.

Council directed staff to move forward with noticing and scheduling the Public Hearing for the adoption of Impact Fee Studies; Dispatch, Fire, Sewer and Water Impact Fees; and Updated Sewer Connection Fees.

Councilmember Vargas wished Rick Rios a speedy recovery.

Mayor Pro Tem Stewart requested an update and possible discussion on the status of AT&T's landline support as it relates to services provided in the area of Carbon Canyon.

Mayor Marick adjourned the Study Session at 6:54 p.m.

Boy Scout Troop 707 led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Pastor Darcy Webster, Birch Street Friends Church, delivered the Invocation.

City Manager Gallardo provided a report on the prior Study Session.

Councilmember Simonoff announced that the "Engage Brea" community engagement program is returning. He stated that the program is a great way to connect with local City government and better understand how it functions; and participants will receive a general overview of City operations, departments, and external agencies. He noted that the program will meet Thursday evenings for eight-weeks, beginning March 21 through May 2 and encouraged Brea residents to apply. He also announced that registration for non-residents opens on Thursday, February 15 and those interested can visit the City website for more information.

Mayor Pro Tem Stewart invited the community to join the Brea Fitness Center for their Zumba Party and fundraiser for the American Heart Walk on Saturday, February 24 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Brea Community Center. He stated that members can secure their spot with a donation-based entry and non-members can join the fun at the regular drop-in rate of $6 or $7. He also stated that guests will have the opportunities to win raffle prizes and encouraged the community to visit BreaFitness.com for more details.

Councilmember Hupp announced that Love Brea will take place on Saturday, April 27 and requested the community’s help in the form of sponsorships and donations. She indicated that contributions received go toward covering the cost of supplies, equipment, and other expenses necessary to make the event run smoothly. She stated that all donations are welcome, but there are also several sponsorship levels available and noted that each sponsorship offers different levels of recognition and exposure and all sponsors will be recognized at the event and on the Love Brea 2024 volunteer shirt.

Councilmember Vargas announced that the Republic Services/City of Brea Annual Compost Giveaway, originally planned for February 10, has been postponed due to inclement weather and directed the community to the City website for updates on a new event date.

Sean Thomas thanked the City for the annual Senior Center Christmas Party; wished the City Treasurer a speedy recovery; and requested clarification on item 6E, Accept a $196,762 Office of Community Oriented Policing Services Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act (LEMHWA) Implementation Projects Grant Award for Enhancement of the Police Department's Wellness Program. He also spoke about Coyotes in the area.

Gene Hernandez, Director, Yorba Linda Water District, introduced himself to the community and offered his support to Brea residents.

Police Chief Hawley responded to public inquiries.

The City Council approved the January 16, 2024 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.

The City Council adopted Ordinance No.1239, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Brea prohibiting large truck use of Carbon Canyon Road (State Route 142) and approving a CEQA exemption determination.

The City Council approved a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Brea and De Novo Planning Group for the Focused General Plan Update, Brea Core Specific Plan, Traffic Impact Fee Nexus Study, and associated environmental review, in an amount of not to exceed $1,289,816 plus contingency of $119,996 (9.3 percent); authorized and directed the City Manager and the City Clerk to execute the agreement, and authorized the City Manager and the Community Development Director to take all actions necessary to implement and administer the terms of PSA; amended the City’s 2023-25 Operating Budget to appropriate an additional $119,996 from the City’s General Plan Maintenance Fund (Fund 120) to cover the contingency as specified in the professional services agreement; and found the Professional Services Agreement and related actions exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15306 (Class 6, Information Collection).

The City Council approved the amendments to the October 24, 2022, Restated and Amended Joint Powers Agreement for Integrated Law & Justice Agency for Orange County (ILJAOC).

The City Council accepted the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act (LEMHWA) Implementation Projects Grant Award in the amount of $196,792, for the two-year grant period which begins October 1, 2023 and ends September 30, 2025.

The City Council accepted project as complete and authorized City Clerk to file and record Notice of Completion; accepted the Warranty Bond; and authorized the City Clerk to release the Performance Bond upon acceptance of the Warranty Bond and release the Payment Bond upon further notification from the Public Works Department.

The City Council received and filed the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Related Audit Reports for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2023.

The City Council received and filed the Outgoing Payment Log and January 12, 19 and 26, 2024 City Disbursement Registers.

The City Council received and filed the Monthly Report of Investments for the City of Brea for Period Ended December 31, 2023.

The City Council, as the Successor Agency, received and filed the Monthly Report of Investments for the Successor Agency to the Brea Redevelopment Agency for Period Ended December 31, 2023.

The City Council, as the Successor Agency, received and filed the January 26, 2024 Successor Agency Disbursement Register.

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