None. 

Mayor Hupp adjourned the Closed Session at 6:29 p.m.

None. 

Mayor Hupp stated item 2E, Review of Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials, would be continued to a future meeting, and that certain Study Session items would be taken out of order.

Mayor Pro Tem Simonoff announced he will be abstaining from voting on Item 5F, Approve an Agreement between the City of Brea and Brea Towing Services, LLC, to provide official police towing services.

This item was not discussed and will be scheduled for a future Study Session.

This item was not discussed and will be scheduled for a future Study Session.

Administrative Services Director Lo continued the review of the Business License Tax and provided City Council with a presentation outlining three different scenarios and estimated business license revenues.

The City Council expressed concerns and discussed potential impacts, including revenue and equity considerations related to caps, and provided direction to staff to return with additional information and refinement of the proposal, including three options and a phased implementation approach with parameters for timelines and consideration of inflation-related variables. 

City Manager Griffith explained that voter approval would be required prior to implementation of a resolution and that the item would return to the City Council for consideration. She also noted that staff will prepare three options and return to the City Council at a future Study Session.

None. 

Mayor Hupp adjourned the Study Session at 6:59 p.m.

Boy Scout Troop 707 led the Pledge of Allegiance. 

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

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

Council Member Vargas announced Go Serve Brea is now accepting volunteers and will take place on April 25. He noted additional information can be found by visiting the City’s website.

Council Member Marick announced the Health and Wellness Expo will take place on Saturday, May 23, at the Brea Community Center. She noted that individuals interested in becoming a vendor may register by emailing help.wellexpo@cityofbrea.gov or by obtaining an application at the Community Center.

Mayor Pro Tem Simonoff announced the launch of the City’s Short-Term Rental Pilot Program. He noted that the application period is now open and will close on Monday, May 4, and that the limited-term program will authorize up to 100 business licenses. He added that residents may find the application and additional information on the City’s website.

Council Member Stewart announced the City’s Annual Pet Expo will take place on Saturday, April 11, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. He noted that the event will include adoption opportunities, K-9 demonstrations, and pet food and supplies available for purchase. He added that pets are not permitted at the event, admission is $3 per person, and children under the age of three are admitted free. Additional information can be found on the City’s website.

Public Works Director Ho provided an update on the Arovista Park Modernization Project and recent slurry seal projects. 

Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Killebrew provided an update on new businesses opening this month. He also reported that a Conditional Use Permit application was submitted in March for a proposed Costco retail store and gas station at 200 South Kramer, which is currently under review by the Planning Division. He noted that the project, along with the California Environmental Quality Act review, is anticipated to be presented to the Planning Commission later this year.

Mark Strom spoke about Costco, Dwight Manley, and documents produced in response to a public records request.

Crystal Eychaner spoke on transparency, accountability, and leadership.

Nancy Clifton-Hawkins spoke regarding the anticipated Costco development and expressed concerns related to transparency of the project.

Anna Beth Fishman commented on Dwight Manley, the Orange County Register, and anticipated Costco development.

Linda Criner spoke about anticipated Costco development and Dwight Manley.

Andrea Strom spoke about Costco, the previously approved Economic Development Agreement, and documents produced in response to a public records request.

Dale Mangun spoke about Costco, the approved Economic Development Agreement, and documents produced in response to a public records request.

Gary Eychaner spoke about the approved Economic Development Agreement process.

Andrew Herrera spoke about the Brea Trolley.

Keith Fullington spoke about Dwight Manley, the anticipated Costco development, and City events.

Ben Windes spoke about the anticipated Costco development, the approved Economic Development Agreement, and the Brea Trolley.

Harry Drake spoke on the approved Economic Development Agreement and the City’s budget.

Hector DeLATorre introduced himself as the Executive Director of the Gateway Cities Council of Governments and a candidate for U.S. Congress, and stated that he is present in his role to represent the City of Brea.

Bahram Golshan spoke about concerns with current and future traffic conditions related to the anticipated Costco development site, and the Economic Development Agreement.

Glen Vodhanel spoke about the anticipated Costco development and the City’s budget and taxes.

None. 

The City Council approved the February 17, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes as written.

The City Council approved an Agreement with JJ Kane Associates, Inc. for as-needed auction services for City surplus items for a three-year term, with the option for two one-year extensions, and authorized the City Manager to approve and execute any such extensions. 

The City Council approved the Master Agreement for Provision of OC Animal Care Services between the County of Orange and the City of Brea for the period of May 31, 2026, through May 30, 2031, and authorized the City Manager, or designee, to execute the Master Agreement and all annual Notices of Intent. 

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-14 approving job descriptions and salary tables for the positions of Water Quality Specialist and Building Maintenance Crew Leader, approved placement of the classifications in the Brea City Employees’ Association bargaining unit for representation purposes, and approved an amendment to the City’s Position Allocation List to include the positions in the appropriate Department and/or Division. 

The City Council waived full reading and adopted Ordinance No. 1272, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Brea Amending the Brea City Code to Reestablish Parking Restrictions on Public Streets for Street Sweeping Purposes and Approving a CEQA Exemption Determination.”

Item 5F was pulled by Council Member Vargas for separate discussion. 

Council Member Vargas inquired about the timeline for the towing contract. City Attorney Boga confirmed that no conflicts of interest were identified. 

Mayor Pro Tem Simonoff abstained from voting on item 5F. 

The City Council authorized the City’s Procurement and Contracts Administrator to issue a purchase order for the Police Department’s Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD)/Records Management System (RMS) annual support and maintenance renewal. 

The City Council received and filed the Monthly Report of Investments for the City of Brea for the period ended February 28, 2026.

The City Council received and filed the February Outgoing Payment Log and City Disbursement Registers for February 27, March 6, March 13, March 20, and March 27, 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 February 28, 2026.

The City Council, as the Successor Agency, received and filed the Successor Agency Disbursement Register for March 13, 2026.

None. 

None.