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Mayor Stewart adjourned the Closed Session at 6:13 p.m.

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Mayor Stewart announced that the Study Session items will be taken out of order.

Administrative Services Director Lo provided background information on the item. Tony Trasher from Willdan Financial Services provided an oral presentation and spoke about the importance of updating user fees. He stated the objectives for the fee adjustments are to determine the full cost of providing services and to update fees for services based on cost analysis. He provided suggested fee adjustments for Administrative Services, Water Utility Billing, Planning, Building, Community Services, Fire, Police and Public Works.

City Council discussed concerns with the new user fees proposed for planning, parking permits, alarm permits, and tree removal permits.

In response to Council discussion, Assistant City Manager/Community Development Director Killebrew stated the cost adjustments are to subcategorize existing fees only and no new fees have been created.

City Council requested staff bring the item back to a future Study Session with a breakdown of all Department fee adjustments.

Management Analyst Magaña presented an overview of the draft zoning text amendments and reviewed the eligibility requirements for Accessory Dwelling Units, mobile homes and house trailers for short-term rentals. She announced the short-term rental pilot program will commence on February 1, 2026, and expire on December 31, 2029. She also reviewed the eligibility requirements for properties that reside within an homeowner's association (HOA) and stated HOA’s have been notified of the City’s intent to review and update their short-term rental regulations. She stated the number of short-term rental permits allotted will vary between single-family and multi-family properties.

Council discussed the number of permits allocated for multi-family housing complexes and distance requirements.

In response to Council discussion, Assistant City Manager/Community Development Director Killebrew indicated that the number of allotted permits can be changed and stated that the proposed policy would allow the City to hold property owners responsible for any misconduct.

Management Analyst Magaña continued her presentation and reviewed the application process and requirements.

Council discussed the geography of allotted permits and suggested a first come first serve or lottery system to help mitigate the number of permits issued. The Council requested staff to research local agencies short-term rental policies and return to a future meeting with an ordinance for consideration.

Community Development Manager Furio provided an oral presentation that included background information, research, and elements of the proposed ordinance. She specified the purpose of this ordinance is to formalize the work already being done in economic development and to establish incentives for qualifying eligible businesses. She stated the goals for the economic development program are to increase business attraction retention, economic diversification, tourism in the City, and workforce development. She stated over 92 cities in California have Sales Tax Rebate agreements and provided a list of local surrounding agencies. She reviewed the proposed qualifications and requirements for retail sales and warehouse stores, automotive sales and leasing, and business endeavors. She also reviewed proposed incentives and stated any financial incentives would come back to the Council at a public hearing for consideration.

Council Member Marick asked if neighboring cities were left off the Sales Tax Rebate Agreement list because they are a part of a redevelopment agency and if so, that information should be provided in a future staff report.

Assistant City Manager/Community Development Director Killebrew stated the list does not include any type of Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) and asked the Council if that information should be reported as well.

Council concurred that the TOT information is not necessary and directed staff to move forward with bringing an ordinance to a future City Council meeting.

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Mayor Stewart adjourned the Study Session at 7:01 p.m.

Boy Scout Troop 707 led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Pastor Rick Crockett, Crosspointe Church, led the Invocation.

Mayor Stewart presented Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Lisa Keyworth and members of the CERT Team with a Proclamation recognizing September as National Preparedness Month.

Mayor Stewart presented representatives from the Brea Rotary Club, Brea/La Habra Soroptimists Club, Brea Lions Club and St. Angelia Merici Knights of Columbus a Proclamation recognizing September as Service Club Month.

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

Council Member Simonoff announced that the City has reinstated parking enforcement for the street sweeping program. He stated warnings have been issued and citations will be given out starting the week of November 3, 2025. He explained the goal of the street sweeping program is to maintain the safety and cleanliness of the city streets. He asked residents to please keep their vehicles off the streets during designated street sweeping days, and to visit the the City website for additional information.

Council Member Hupp invited the community to attend the Inner Coastal Cleanup Day on Saturday, September 20 at the Brea Creek Channel from 7:00 to 11:00 a.m. She stated supplies will be provided to all participants and additional information can be found on the City website.

Council Member Marick announced the City will be participating in the County Alert OC test on Wednesday, September 17 at 10:00 a.m. She encouraged the community to sign up or update phone numbers and emails on AlertOC.org.

Mayor Stewart announced the 2025 State of the City is now available to view online. He indicated that the State of the City is an opportunity for the community to learn about what has been accomplished this past year, and what is planned for the future. He stated the topics included are budget, development, public safety and more. He added that the State of the City is available to watch on-demand on the City website, Brea TV streaming app and the City's YouTube channel.

Prashant and Najale Shah spoke regarding parking and parking enforcement on South Orange Avenue.

Priscilla Sanchez spoke in opposition to the location of the Jamboree Housing Development Project.

Suranee Waleszonia spoke about the lack of transparency regarding the Permanent Supportive Affordable Housing Project on Brea Boulevard.

Emily Villalobos spoke in opposition to the location of the Permanent Supportive Affordable Housing Project on Brea Boulevard.

Roy Jefferson spoke regarding Service Clubs recognition and thanked the council for Proclaiming September as Service Clubs Month.

Sean Thomas expressed gratitude to the Council and Public Works Department for resolving a trash concern. He also spoke regarding E-Bike Safety on the Brea Trails.

Mayor Stewart responded to public inquires.

Building Official Varela provided a presentation on the item and spoke regarding legal requirements, effective dates and background information.

Mayor Stewart opened the public hearing.

Seeing no members of the public wishing to address the Council, Mayor Stewart closed the public hearing.

Motion was made by Council Member Simonoff and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hupp to adopt by title only and waive further reading of Ordinance No. 1264,"An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Brea adopting by reference the 2025 Edition of the California Administrative, Building, Residential, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Green Building Standards, Energy, Historical Building, and Existing Building Codes, the 2024 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code, and the 2024 Edition of the International Swimming Pool And Spa Code, together with appendices, amendments, deletions and penalties, amending Title 15 of the Brea City Code, and approving a CEQA Exemption Determination, "adopting by reference and amending, Codes comprising the 2025 Edition of the California Building Standards Code, and related “model” codes (collectively “California Code(s)”sometimes herein), the 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, and the 2024International Property Maintenance Code; and adopt Resolution No. 2025-061, setting forth required findings for amendments to the2025 Edition of the California Building Standards Code and related “model” codes (collectively “California Code(s)” sometimes herein), and the 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, based on local climatic, topographical, and/or geological conditions. Motion passed 4-0-1-0 (Ayes: Stewart, Hupp, Marick, Simonoff. Absent: Vargas)

Fire Marshal Pesqueira provided a presentation on the item and spoke regarding changes to the Brea Fire Code.

Mayor Stewart opened the public hearing.

Seeing no members of the public wishing to address the Council, Mayor Stewart closed the public hearing.

A motion was made by Council Member Simonoff and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hupp to adopt by title only and waive further reading of Ordinance No. 1265, "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Brea adopting by reference and Amending the 2025 California Wildland - Urban Interface Code and California Fire Code and Portions of the 2024 International Fire Code, as the City of Brea Fire Code, together with certain amendments, additions, deletions and exceptions, amending Title 16 (Fire Safety) of the Brea City Code, and Approving a CEQA Exemption Determination," adopting by reference and amending the 2025 California Fire Code (CFC) and 2025 California Wildland Urban Interface Code (CWUIC); and adopt Resolution No. 2025-062, setting forth required findings for amendments to the2025 California Fire and Wildland Urban Interface Codes based on local climatic, topographical, and/or geological conditions. Motion passed 4-0-1-0 (Ayes: Stewart, Hupp, Marick, Simonoff. Absent: Vargas)

Police Lieutenant Haddad provided a report on police use of military equipment for calendar year 2024 in compliance with Assembly Bill 481.

The City Council received and filed the report.

The City Council approved the August 19, 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes as written.

The City Council received and filed the annual Mills Act compliance report.

The City Council approved the Encroachment, Maintenance, and Restoration Agreement for Main Event at 245 W. Birch St.; authorized the City Manager to execute the Encroachment, Maintenance, and Restoration Agreement and any non-monetary contract amendments and ancillary documents required for implementation of the Encroachment, Maintenance, and Restoration Agreement; and authorized the City Clerk to record the Encroachment, Maintenance, and Restoration Agreement.

The City Council authorized the City’s Procurement & Contracts Administrator to provide a Purchase Order for the purchase of Mobile Data Computers (MDCs), modems, and peripherals for the Police Department and authorized the City Manager to sign the Professional Services Agreement with Motorola Solutions for $522,924.75.

The City Council found the below-mentioned Easement Agreements exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3); Approved Easement Agreements and related closing documents with TPA VI, LLC (TowerPoint) for purchase of the City’s lease interests in wireless telecommunications sites located at 101 South Brea Boulevard and 400 North Kraemer Boulevard; Adopted Resolution Nos. 2025-063 and 2025-064 approving execution of the Easement Agreements and authorizing the City Manager to execute such Easement Agreements and all related closing documents upon completion of TowerPoint's title search/commitments as described in Attachment I; Authorized the City Manager to administratively make non-substantive revisions to the Easement Agreements and related closing documents as necessary or appropriate; Amended the Fiscal Year 2025-27 City’s General Fund (110) Operating Budget to: Appropriate up to $1,785,000 in one-time revenue from the new Easement Agreements; and De-obligated up to $194,075 (for this budget cycle) in revenue due to the new Easement Agreements’ purchase of the City’s interests in the two existing wireless leases.

The City Council reviewed and approved the Investment Policy Guidelines for the City of Brea’s Employee Benefits Fund Pension Plan through Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS). 

The City Council reviewed and approved the City of Brea/Successor Agency to the Brea Redevelopment Agency Statement of Investment Policy.

The City Council reviewed and approved the Investment Guidelines for the City's Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust Fund through Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS).

The City Council received and filed the Monthly Report of Investments.

The City Council received and filed the August Outgoing Payment Log and City Disbursement Registers.

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 August 31, 2025.

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