Dwight Manley asked Council discussed a clause that Newport Beach has in their Camping Ordinance that he would like for Brea to also add. He also discussed the 57 freeway being a fire hazard and asked for Council to urge Cal Trans to address the issue. Lastly, he urged Council to amend City Hall hours to be open every Friday.

Council Member Simonoff asked to move the Camping Ordinance item before the Legislative Platform item.

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Mayor Stewart adjourned the Study Session at 6:33 p.m.

Communications and Marketing Manager Liz Pharis provided the 2025 Legislative Platform Update.

Council Member Simonoff suggest that the City should work towards finding a way to get the PERS Board to invest more wisely and directed staff to amend wording regarding funding for mental health programs to include all public safety personnel.

Police Chief Hawley provided an updates on the Camping/Property Storage Ordinance. He addressed the questions raised by Council at the January 14th Special Study Session meeting and stated that staff was able to make the following changes to the proposed Ordinance, including: expand the definition of a public area; reduce the time that the Police Department may impound abandoned personal property; strengthen the anti-camping Ordinance with a provision that prohibits camping on private property to specifically include provision prohibiting camping on retail shopping center parking lots; prohibit camping in a vehicle; prohibit camping underground; and add several new obstruction provisions.

In response to Council questions, City Attorney Boga and Police Chief Hawley explained what constitutes an obstruction; discussed the Newport Beach ordinance briefly and how it may not be enforceable; noted that future lawsuits challenging the ordinance are possible; and talked about utilizing shopping carts for personal property.

It was the Council's consensus to move forward with the proposed ordinance for first reading at the General Session.

The City Council appointed Council Member Simonoff as the Delegate and Mayor Stewart as the Alternate for the Regional Conference and General Assembly, scheduled for May 1-2, 2025.

Council Members Marick and Simonoff as the Interview Committee, provided recommendations for the Committee/Commission appointments. They recommended that one additional member be added to the Investment Advisory Committee. Council Member Marick noted that Dave Penn will serve as the alternate until a new Resolution adding an additional member is approved by Council.

The City Council made the following appointments:

Art in Public Places Advisory Committee:

Judy Randlett

Margee Hill

Kris St. Clair

Yvonne Yen

Cultural Arts Commission:

Erika Bernal (Simonoff)

Benjamin Schultz (Marick)

Investment Advisory Committee:

Kris Spazafumo

Dave Penn (Alternate member until a Resolution adding an additional committee member is approved by Council)

Parks, Recreation and Human Service Commission:

Gill Realon (Simonoff)

Janet Son (Marick)

Planning Commission:

Ted Gribble (Simonoff)

Melanie Schlotterbeck (Marick)

Traffic Committee:

Rachel Hickenbottom

Scott Fujioka

Darlene Chandler

Erik Zambon

Albert Garcia

Mayor Stewart stated that all of his appointments will stay the same and directed staff to add him as an additional alternate to the Finance Committee.

Girl Scout Troop 2003 led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Pastor Rick Darden, Friends Community Church, delivered the Invocation.

The OC Free Gun Locks Program presentation was continued.

Community Services Supervisor Steyerman and John Michael from Brea Korea Sister City spoke about the relationship and exchange between the City of Brea and the City of Hanno, Japan.

Mayor Stewart presented the Hanno students and chaperones with Commendations.

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

Council Member Vargas announced that the City of Brea and the HOPE Center are partners in addressing street homeless outreach. He stated that if residents see someone in need of resources, they may call The HOPE Center at 657-243-1884. Live dispatch is available Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. He noted that outside of those hours, residents can leave a message that will be respond to on the following business day, or to speak to a live person, they may call OC Links at 855-625-4657.

Council Member Marick announced that the City of Brea is committed to ensuring the safety of the community. City staff are continuously monitoring conditions and are well staffed and prepared to respond during a wildfire emergency. She urged everyone in the community to stay alert and aware of potential dangers. She stated that if there is an emergency, it will be communicated through the City’s official social media sites, website and through emergency notification systems, such as AlertOC. She asked residents to please take time to sign-up or update your contact information on AlertOC.gov.

Council Member Simonoff announced that In order to keep our community safe, a new e-bike ordinance took effect in the City this year. He stated that the intent of the ordinance is to focus enforcement on reckless or destructive behaviors, as well as actions that pose a danger to the shared use of streets and trails by pedestrians and vehicles. He noted that the ordinance covers all electronic mobility devices, such as e-bikes, mobility devices, motorized scooters, skateboards, and pocket bikes; and also aligns with the City’s existing regulations for bicycles, skateboards, and roller skates. Lastly, he stated that the City, in partnership with the Brea Olinda Unified School District, has developed an educational campaign that will debut in the coming weeks.

Dennis Arp, Tom Piechota, Gina Santos, and Susan Perlson spoke regarding the Chapman University's Schmid College of Science and Technology Department Capstone project for students. They stated that the program provide local governments with a roadmap to decrease greenhouse gas emissions through sustainable practices such as renewable energy, recycling and enhanced tree coverage.

Lee Squire spoke about the birthday/anniversary of the US Navy, Marine Corp, US Army; the anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War; presented the City with a picture of the purple medal and all of those in Brea who were killed or wounded in action; thanked Dwight Manley; and expressed remembrance of the Holocaust.

Craig Farris expressed concern about fire hydrants being checked.

Jon'nae Sylvester, Brea Chamber of Commerce, invited Council to the Mayoral Reception on Monday, January 27th at 5:30 p.m. and announced that Jill Dunn from Chevron is the new Chamber of Commerce Chair.

The Brea Olinda High School Robotics talked about STEM education, their new bot, and competing at the Orange County Regionals. They asked the community for support and donations to help buy robot parts, etc.

Adam Robertson asked Council if the wildlands can be trimmed with a 100 foot buffer.

Mayor Stewart, Public Works Director Ho and Assistant City Manager Killebrew responded to Public Inquiries regarding the hydrants and fire defensible areas.

Mayor Marick suggested that the Robotix Team provide a way for donations to be submitted via electronic payment.

Police Chief Hawley provided an overview of the Camping/Property Storage Ordinance. He stated that item was presented to Council at two (2) Study Sessions and noted that the Ordinance is being brought for approval with Council's recommended amendments. The amendments include: expand the definition of a public area; reduce the time that the Police Department may impound abandoned personal property; strengthen the anti-camping Ordinance with a provision that prohibits camping on private property to specifically include provision prohibiting camping on retail shopping center parking lots; prohibit camping in a vehicle; prohibit camping underground; and add several new obstruction provisions.

He also highlighted the outstanding work that the HOPE Center and the Brea Resource Center does to conduct street outreach and positive street exits.

The City Council approved the December 3, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes as written.

 The City Council adopted Resolution Nos. 2025-01-, 2025-02, 2025-03 and 2025-04 adopting job descriptions and salary tables for the positions of Payroll Supervisor, Principal's (Accounting, Human Resources, Management and Planning), Public Works Utilities Supervisor, Utility Billing Supervisor, Management Assistant, Payroll Technician, Fire Division Chief, Fire Deputy Chief, Deputy Director of Community Development, Deputy Director of Public Works, Public Works Manager, and Public Works Utilities Manager; placing the classifications in the Administrative and Professional Employees’ Association (APEA), the Brea City Employees’ Association (BCEA), The Brea Fire Management Association (BFMA), and the Brea Management Association (BMA) bargaining units respectively for representation purposes including moving the Building Official from APEA to BMA; and amending the City’s Position Allocation List to include these positions in the appropriate Department and/or Division. 

Council Member Vargas pulled the item for discussion and expressed concerns about drones from China. In response to his questions, Police Chief Hawley noted that only federal laws prohibits usage of drones from China are Federal laws which doesn't apply to local government. The City Council approved the Police Department's purchase of two DJI Matrice 350 drone aircraft and related accessories from Advexure Unmanned Systems for $59,727.21.

Council Member Vargas pulled the item for discussion and expressed concerns about drones from China. In response to his questions, Police Chief Hawley noted that laws that prohibits usage of drones from China are Federal laws which doesn't apply to local government. The City Council approved a $274,140 increase to a December 2023 agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc., to fund Rooftop Pilot in Command (RPIC) services for Police Department's Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program.

The City Council 1) approved a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Brea and CSG Consultants, Inc. for as-needed building and safety services in the amount not-to-exceed $250,000.00 per agreement; 2) approved a Professional Services Agreement between the City of Brea and JAS Pacific and for as-needed building and safety services in the amount not-to-exceed $250,000.00 per agreement; 3) authorized the City Manager or designee to execute the Professional Services Agreements; and 4) authorized the City Manager to extend the term of the Professional Services Agreements for one additional one-year term.

The City Council adopted Resolutions Nos. 2025-05 - 2025-011 authorizing the Director of Public Works to prepare the Annual Maintenance Assessment Report for each Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District to present at the City Council meeting on April 15, 2025.

The City Council received and filed the November Outgoing Payment Log and December 6, 13, 20 and 27 City and Successor Agency Registers.

The City Council received and filed Monthly Report of Investments for the City of Brea for Period Ended November 30, 2024.

The City Council received and filed the Monthly Report of Investments for the City of Brea for Period Ended December 31, 2024.

The City Council received and filed the Monthly Report of Investments for the Successor Agency to the Brea Redevelopment Agency for Period Ended November 30, 2024.

The City Council received and filed the Monthly Report of Investments for the Successor Agency to the Brea Redevelopment Agency for Period Ended December 31, 2024.

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