City of Brea

1. STUDY SESSION - EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM 3RD FLOOR - 6:30 P.M.

1.A. Call to Order/Roll Call-

Mayor Marick called the Study Session to order at 6:30 p.m. All members were present, with Council Member Vargas participating via Zoom teleconference.

1.B. Public Comment-

None.

1.C. Clarify Regular Meeting Topics -

In reference to Item 3B, Disposition, Development, and Loan Agreement, and Ground Lease for a Permanent Supportive Affordable Housing Project at 323 North Brea Boulevard, Council asked for clarification regarding the loan percentage, usage of housing dollars, investment strategies, and city fees.

Community Development Director Killebrew clarified council questions and explained how the duration of the project was determined.

1.D. Wildland Urban Interface Presentation-

Mayor Marick noted Item 1D, Wildlife Urban Interface Presentation, will be continued to next council meeting.

Council Member Vargas asked Fire Chief Terrill to follow up with the test run and evacuation process at El Rodeo Equestrian Center.

1.E. Council Member Reports/Requests-

None.

Mayor Marick adjourned the Study Session at 6:38 p.m.

2. GENERAL SESSION - COUNCIL CHAMBERS PLAZA LEVEL - 7:00 P.M.

2.A. Call to Order/Roll Call-

Mayor Marick called the General Session to order at 7:01 p.m., all members were present with Council Member Vargas participating via Zoom teleconference.

2.B. Pledge of Allegiance: Brea Girl Scouts-

Brea Girl Scouts led the Pledge of Allegiance.

2.C. Invocation: Pastor Dan Crane, Formation Church-

Pastor Joel Bishop, Formation Church, led the Invocation.

2.D. Presentation - Brea Students Trip to Sister City of Anseong Gyeonggi-do Republic of Korea and Friendship City of Namyangju, Gyeonggi-do Republic of Korea-

Community Services Supervisor Steyerman provided a brief presentation on the student exchange program coordinated by the Brea Korea Sister City Association (BKSCA), and thanked staff.

Ho-El Park, President, BKSCA, spoke about the background of the organization and invited several program participants to share their experiences.

Mayor Marick, on behalf of the entire City Council, recognized all participants and presented them with Certificates of Recognition.

2.E. Proclamation - National Public Works Week-

Mayor Marick, on behalf of the City Council, presented Frank Aduna, City of Brea Street Sweeper Operator, with a Proclamation in honor of National Public Works Week.

2.F. Presentation - Cal Domestic Annual Update

Linda Noriega, President, California Domestic Water Company (Cal Domestic), gave an update on Cal Domestic's current fiscal year activities, strategic initiatives, and changes in service. She explained how Brea residents would be affected by a shift in water supply. Following her presentation, she answered Council questions regarding past and future water usage.

2.G. Report - Prior Study Session

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

2.H. Community Announcements -

Council Member Hupp announced that the City is starting the processes of preparing a focused update to the General Plan and a new Specific Plan. She encouraged residents to participate in two (2) upcoming opportunities to help shape the future of Brea, including an Open House on Wednesday, June 5, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at the Brea Civic & Cultural Center. She also stated that the City website has an online survey where the community can share their ideas.

2.I. Matters from the Audience

Siarhei Semashka suggested that the City utilizes billboards as a way to advertise community events.

Gene Hernandez, Member, Yorba Linda Water District, provided an update on current water well projects.

Sean Thomas thanked the City Council for supporting Brea Downtown's Bonanza Days event and mentioned a decrease in coyote presence. He also spoke in appreciation of the presentation for Brea's exchange students to Korea at the end of Asian America Pacific Islander Heritage month.

2.J. Response to Public Inquiries-

City Manager Gallardo responded to public inquiries.

3. PUBLIC HEARING

3.A. Conduit Financing for the Rancho Brea Project

Community Development Director Killebrew provided a brief presentation on the Conduit Financing for the Rancho Brea Project, in connection to the proposed issuance of revenue bonds by the California Municipal Finance Authority (CMFA) and recommended adoption of Resolution No. 2024-032 to approve issuance of bonds to Caritas Affordable Housing, Inc.

Mayor Marick opened the Public Hearing.

Seeing no members of the public wishing to address the Council, Mayor Marick closed the Public Hearing.

Community Development Director Killebrew and Lolly Enriquez, Attorney, Richards Watson Gershon, addressed Council's questions regarding any financial obligations to the City and clarified the procedures of the CMFA.

Motion was made by Council Member Hupp and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Stewart to adopt Resolution No. 2024-032 approving the issuance of the Bonds by the CMFA for the benefit of Caritas Affordable Housing, Inc. (the “Corporation” and, together with the LLCs, the “Borrowers”), to provide for the financing of the Project, such adoption is solely for the purposes of satisfying the requirements of TEFRA, the Code and the California Government Code Section 6500 (and following). Motion passed 4-0-1-0 (Ayes: Marick, Stewart, Hupp, Simonoff; Abstain: Vargas).

3.B. Disposition, Development, and Loan Agreement, and Ground Lease for a Permanent Supportive Affordable Housing Project at 323 North Brea Boulevard

Senior Management Analyst Dao spoke about Affordable Housing Efforts; the Proposed Project; the May 7, 2024 City Council Meeting Actions; Disposition, Development, and Loan Agreement; Next Steps; and staff's recommendation.

Mayor Marick opened the Public Hearing.

Jon'Nae, a representative for the Brea Chamber of Commerce, expressed support for the Permanent Supportive Affordable Housing Project at 323 North Brea Boulevard.

Seeing no other members of the public wishing to address the Council, Mayor Marick closed the Public Hearing.

Mayor Pro Tem Stewart and Council Member Hupp spoke about recent visits to a Jamboree Housing Site and expressed support for the project.

Community Development Director Killebrew, Senior Management Analyst Dao, and Natalie Reider, Jamboree Senior Vice President of Community Operations, answered Council questions regarding parking, construction, financing, maintenance, and tenant housing plans.

Motion was made by Council Member Simonoff and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Stewart to approve a Disposition, Development, and Loan Agreement (“DDLA”) regarding 323 North Brea Boulevard, which includes the terms and conditions for a 99-year ground lease to JHC-Acquisitions LLC (“Jamboree”); authorized the City Manager and City Clerk to execute the DDLA; authorized the City Manager and City Attorney to administratively make non-monetary revisions to the DDLA and related documents as necessary or appropriate; and adopted Resolution No. 2024-031, approving the DDLA (and its exhibits) and making findings California Health and Safety Code Section 33433. Motion passed 4-1-0-0 (Ayes: Marick, Stewart, Hupp, Simonoff; Noes: Vargas).

4. CONSENT CALENDAR

Motion was made by Council Member Simonoff and by seconded Council Member Hupp to approve Consent Calendar Items No. 4A - 4I. Motion Passed 5-0-0 (Ayes: Marick, Stewart, Hupp, Simonoff, Vargas).

4.A. May 7, 2024 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes-

The City Council approved the May 7, 2024 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes as written.

4.B. Accept a one-time $100,000 Community Development Block Grant under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act for ADA Improvements at the Arovista Park Upper Parking Lot-

The City Council accepted a one-time grant for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, H.R. 748. with the County of Orange in the amount of $100,000 for ADA improvements at the Arovista Park Upper Parking Lot Project (CIP 7948); and adopted Resolution No. 2024-033 authorizing the Mayor or his/her designee to execute, for an on behalfof the City of Brea, the necessary agreement(s) and/or any other documents or actions required by the grant.

4.C. November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election Authorization and Consolidation Request-

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-034 calling and giving notice of the holding of a General Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 for the election of certain officers as required by provisions of the laws of the State of California relating to General Law cities; and adopted Resolution No. 2024-035 requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Orange to consolidate a General Municipal Election held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 with the Statewide General Election to be held on that date pursuant to Section 10403 of the California Elections Code.

4.D. Personnel Budgeting Software Purchase-

The City Council authorized the City Manager or designee to approve the Software as a Service Agreement between the City of Brea and ClearGov, Inc. for a Personnel Budgeting software solution in the amount of $127,141 for a five-year term.

4.E. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 1250, An Ordinance of the City Council of the Brea Amending the Brea City Code by Adopting Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment (ZOTA) No. 2023-03 and approving a CEQA Exemption Determination-

The City Council waived full reading and adopted Ordinance No. 1250 titled “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Brea Amending the Brea City Code by Adopting Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 2023-03 and approving a CEQA Exemption Determination”; and approved a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Exemption Determination

4.F. Amended Contract with Emergency Ambulance Services Inc, for Emergency Ambulance Transport-

The City Council approved the First Amendment to limit EAS’ scope of service to performance of ambulance transport services in an amount not to exceed $993,165.12 until January 18, 2025 unless earlier terminated as provided in the Agreement; and amended the City’s Fiscal Year 2023-25 Operating Budget to appropriate $993,165.12 from the City’s Paramedic Services Fund (174) for Ambulance Transport Services and appropriate $993,165.12 in revenues for ambulance billing services.

4.G. Adoption of a new job description and salary table for Ambulance Operator, amend the position allocation list for FY 2024/25 to reflect the changes and place the classification in the Part-Time Employment and Benefits Policy, adopt compensation and benefits plan for full-time equivalent position. -

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-36 and 2024-037 amending the Part-Time Employment and Benefits Policy by adding the salary and classification of Ambulance Operator; adopting a compensation and benefits plan for full-time equivalent positions; amending the Position Allocation List to include this position in the Fire Department and one Human Resources Technician in the Administrative Services Department; and adopting new job description and salary range for Ambulance Operator.

4.H. Monthly Report of Investments for the City of Brea for Period Ended April 30, 2024-

The City Council received and filed the monthly report of investments for the City of Brea for period ended April 30, 2024.

4.I. May 3 and 10, 2024 City Disbursement Registers-

The City Council received and filed the May 3 and 10, 2024 City Disbursement Registers.

5. CITY/SUCCESSOR AGENCY - CONSENT

Motion was made by Council Member Hupp and by seconded Council Member Simonoff to approve City/Successor Agency Consent Calendar Items No. 5A. Motion Passed 5-0-0 (Ayes: Marick, Stewart, Hupp, Simonoff, Vargas).

5.A. Monthly Report of Investments for the Successor Agency to the Brea Redevelopment Agency for Period Ended April 30, 2024 -

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 April 30, 2024.

6. ADMINISTRATIVE ANNOUNCEMENTS

6.A. City Manager-

City Manager Gallardo announced the retirement of Assistant City Manager/Community Services Director Emeterio after 43 years of service.

6.B. City Attorney-

None.

6.C. Council Requests-

None.

7. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS

7.A. Council Announcements-

None.

8. ADJOURNMENT

8.A. Meeting Adjournment-

Assistant City Manager/Community Services Director Emeterio spoke about his career with the City of Brea and expressed his appreciation to Council Members, Commissioners, and staff over the years.

Mayor Marick adjourned the General Session at 9:09 p.m.