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Mayor Hupp adjourned the Closed Session at 5:56 p.m.

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Administrative Services Director Lo continued the review of the Business License Tax modernization effort and presented staff’s recommended model, including updates based on prior City Council direction. She reviewed Model 4, which consolidates over 30 existing business categories into five broader categories and applies a flat $55 rate for businesses with gross receipts up to $25,000. She also discussed proposed rate structure options, including a phased implementation approach with a three-tiered rate increase to allow businesses to adjust incrementally and reduce immediate financial impacts. Staff presented revenue comparisons, noting that the proposed model is estimated to generate approximately $1.7 million annually, compared to the City’s current $1.1 million in business license revenue.

Administrative Services Director Lo further outlined a proposed transition plan incorporating a 3% annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustment beginning in Fiscal Year 2028 through 2053, along with updates to property rental rates to align with the overall modernization effort. She noted that the proposed starting rates would bring Brea’s business license structure more in line with other Orange County cities and reviewed next steps, including community outreach and future Council actions.

The City Council discussed the proposal and inquired about ballot-related costs. Following discussion, the City Council directed staff to conduct outreach with businesses and the Chamber of Commerce and to return with feedback from those efforts.

Deputy Director of Community Services Matlock provided a presentation on the Distinguished Brea Athlete Program and provided a program update, nominee selection, plaque options, and next steps. He acknowledged former Parks, Recreation, and Human Services Commissioner Bill McMillan for his role in developing the program policy. He also spoke about Distinguished Brea Athlete nominee, Jeanette Pohlen, former Brea Olinda High School athlete and current Stanford coach. He also discussed a proposed alternative plaque option due to cost considerations and noted that a donation was received and will be placed in a fund for future plaque replacement efforts.

The City Council inquired about retaining the option for a bronze plaque in addition to the alternative option. Staff indicated that additional research would be conducted regarding maintaining both options.

City Clerk Popescu provided the City Council with a review of the code of ethics and conduct for elected and appointed officials and discussed a summary of the Brea's code of conduct and model of excellence timelines over the last 25 years. She presented a draft of the document that updates language, cleans up formatting, merges previous documents to one consistent document and incorporates updates to address provisions of Senate Bill 707. Staff indicated that the code will be brought back to a future City Council Meeting for adoption. 

Council Members discussed changes as it pertained to protocol for volunteers and interns. 

City Clerk Popescu provided an overview of recent updates related to Senate Bill 707. She discussed provisions outlining eligibility requirements for remote participation by members of the legislative body and enhancements to public accessibility, including teleconferencing requirements that preserve public access at each remote locations. She noted that the legislation extends certain teleconferencing practices implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic and will be implemented in phases beginning in January 2026 and July 2026.

City Clerk Popescu further explained that several provisions are already in place and that the City is currently in compliance with multiple requirements under Senate Bill 707, while additional requirements will be implemented as mandated. She noted that the City is actively working to meet all compliance deadlines and that future items may be brought before the City Council to support implementation and address potential public engagement considerations.

Mayor Hupp adjourned the Study Session at 6:45 p.m.

Brea Girl Scouts led the Pledge of Allegiance. 

Pastor Doug Green, North Hills Church, led the Invocation. 

City Engineer Chapman and Deputy Fire Chief Flores provided a presentation on the Carbon Canyon Helicopter Hydrant Station Dip Tanks. Staff discussed the project background, development agreement status, and next steps, and provided an overview of dip tank operations and their role in enhancing community safety.

City Council discussed regional water accessibility, refill times, and heli-hydrant locations.

In response to Council inquiries regarding manual refills for the Dip Tanks, Deputy Fire Chief Flores provided clarification on the remote activation of the automated valve and refill system.

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

Council Member Stewart announced California Mosquito Awareness Week and provided information on resources available to help residents stay safe during mosquito season. He encouraged residents to visit mosquitossuck.org for additional information.

Mark Strom spoke about the Costco development, transparency, e-mail exchanges, and documents produced in response to a public records request. 

Nancy Clifton-Hawkins spoke regarding transparency and community engagement as it pertains to development. 

Anne Hatami spoke on fiscal impact of the Costco development and Economic Development Agreement. 

Felix Rode spoke on financial analysis of the Costco development and Economic Development Agreement. 

Jean Chung spoke on the financial impact of the Costco development.

Bret Yourstone spoke regarding his experience with development projects and commented on past and future development in the City of Brea.

Dave Maxey spoke about his prior appeal of the Amazon development project and his experience working with the City, and encouraged residents to meet with City staff and developer.

Doug Green announced the Mayor's Prayer Breakfast taking place on May 6 from 6:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. 

Keith Fullington spoke in support of the Costco development project and city events. 

Mary Martinez spoke on her previous participation in Engage Brea and the Costco development. 

Bev Perry spoke about the Costco development, Economic Development Agreement, and financial findings after speaking with City staff. 

Craig Farris spoke about Dwight Manley and spoke in support of Costco. 

Glen Vonhandle spoke about Costco, Dwight Manley, and City's finances. 

The City Council approved the March 11, 2026 Special City Council Meeting Minutes as written. 

The City Council approved the April 7, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes as written. 

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-16, authorizing the Police Chief or his designee to execute Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Grant documents for and on behalf of the City of Brea; and authorized the City Manager, Police Chief or designated persons within the Brea Police Department to oversee and administer the projects associated with the Anaheim/Santa Ana UASI training and funding on behalf of the City; and approved an agreement with the City of Santa Ana for transfer or purchase of equipment/services or reimbursement of training costs; and authorized the City Manager and City Attorney to make any necessary, non-monetary changes to the agreement; and authorized the Police Chief to execute the agreement.

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-17, approving the name of Janette Pohlen as a Distinguished Brea Athlete and adding a plaque honoring her to the Distinguished Brea Athlete Wall of Honor at the Brea Sports Complex; and approved staff moving forward with the proposed non-bronze plaque to honor Distinguished Brea Athletes for any new honorees after the inaugural bronze bronze plaques were placed in 2010.

The City Council received and approved the annual Engineer's report for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District's Nos. 1,  2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7, and Resolution Nos. 2026-18 - 2026-24 to set a Public Hearing for each District on June 2, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. 

The City Council received and filed the Monthly Report of Investments for the City of Brea for the period ended March 31, 2026. 

The City Council received and filed the Outgoing Payment Log and City Disbursement Registers for April 3, April 10, and April 17, 2026. 

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 the period ended March 31, 2026.

Mayor Pro Tem Simonoff recused himself from the item and left the meeting at 8:49 p.m. 

Senior Management Analyst Cuevas provided a presentation and background information on the Waste Infrastructure System Enterprise Agreement (WISE) and the disposal rates, residential and commercial rate impact, additional terms, budget adjustments and staff recommendations. 

Council discussed differences in rates, timelines, and provided direction to staff on resident informational outreach. 

Tom Koutroulis, Director OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR), for the County of Orange also provided information to Council. 

A motion was made by Council Member Stewart and seconded by Council Member Vargas to approve Administrative Item 7B. Motion passed 4-0-0-1. (Ayes: Hupp, Marick, Stewart, Vargas; Recused: Simonoff)

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