Agenda

CLOSED SESSION

5:15 p.m. - Executive Conference Room
Level Three

CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL - COUNCIL
Mayor Parker called the Closed Session to order at 5:15 p.m., all members were present except for Mayor Pro Tem Marick.

Mayor Pro Tem Marick arrived at 5:16 p.m.

Present:

Parker, Marick, Hupp, Simonoff, Vargas

1.

Public Comment
None.

Closed Session may convene to consider matters of purchase / sale of real property (G. C. §54956.8), pending litigation [G.C.§54956.9(d)(1)], potential litigation [G.C. §54956.9(d)(2)(3) or (4)], liability claims (G. C. §54961) or personnel items (G.C.§54957.6). Records not available for public inspection.

2.

Conference with City's Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code 54957.6 Regarding the Administrative and Professional Employees' Association (APEA) - Chris Emeterio and Mario Maldonado, Negotiators

STUDY SESSION

5:30 p.m. - Executive Conference Room
Level Three

CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL - COUNCIL
Mayor Parker called the Study Session to order at 5:42 p.m., all members were present.

3.

Public Comment
Karissa Willette expressed the Building Industry Association's concerns with the proposed development fee study and provided the City Clerk with a letter that was sent to Council.

4.

Clarify Regular Meeting Topics
Regarding Item 23 (Purchase of Pierce Arrow XT Pumper), Council Member Hupp expressed concern regarding the 80% upfront deposit. Staff stated that they will work with the seller to ask if the upfront costs can be reduced. However, the discount in cost savings from the purchase price may be more advantageous, staff will evaluate.

Council Member Hupp directed the City Attorney to provide the next steps regarding the Madrona Lawsuit during the General Session.

Regarding Item 20 (December 19, 2017 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes), City Clerk Harris-Neal stated that the wording to minutes will be added for the following items: motion wording for the Consent Calendar and Mayor Parker reason for continuing the adoption of Ordinance 1201.

DISCUSSION ITEMS

5.

Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) General Assembly Delegate and Alternate Appointment
Mayor Parker appointed Council Member Hupp as the delegate to the 2018 SCAG General Assembly.

6.

Mayor Appointments and Creation of PERS Reform Ad Hoc Committee
Mayor Parker stated that he would like the Council Members to keep their current Council committee assignments, appointed Council Member Hupp and himself to the PERS Reform Ad Hoc Committee, and clarified that the Land Use Ad Hoc Committee members are Mayor Pro Tem Marick and Council Member Hupp.

7.

Draft Legislative Platform for the 2018 Legislative Session
Human Resources Manager/Assistant to the City Manager Maldonado reported that the Legislative Platform outlines City Council positions on essential issues and serves as authorization for Brea elected officials and professional staff to advocate the City’s position as legislation proceeds at the federal, state and regional levels. He noted that staff will add specific language to the legislative platform that would: oppose any laws that force local governments to lease out publicly owned infrastructure, support incentives to cities and businesses to encourage them to comply with organic waste recycling and oppose legislative mandated police training which does not also provide funding for said training. He noted that the item will be brought to Council for formal approval.

8.

Brea Development Fee Study
Community Development Director Crabtree presented a PowerPoint that included the flat fee details for the building safety and planning; public works/engineering; and fire departments. He also provided the schedule and next steps.

Council expressed concern that there will be work performed without permits if the permit fee is substantially increased.

In response to Council questions, staff believed that a deposit type fee is best; provided examples of how deposits will be utilized; clarified that only a supervisor can approve deposit adjustments; and noted that deposits will not be higher than the typical amount needed to provide the service.

Regarding parking permits, Council discussed providing an incentive for applying online and discussed that the online renewal fee should be $20, the in-person renewal fee should be 25.00, and the in-person initial fee should be $37.50. Regarding accessory dwelling units, Council discussed affordable housing fees and explained the deposit fees for that type of permit. Mayor Pro Tem Marick asked for information on the loss of revenue by permit type for subsidizing these permits.

9.

Organic Waste Program
Council Member Simonoff recused himself and departed the meeting room.

Public Works Director Olmos presented a PowerPoint that included: Information regarding California Assembly Bill 1826; prior City Council updates; current updates; a Cal Recycle Non-Compliance letter that was sent to the City; and next steps/recommendations.

In response to Council questions, staff will be provide the organic waste rate proposals and possible Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) costs to Council at a later date.

REPORT

10.

Council Member Report
None.

Mayor Parker adjourned the Study Session at 6:58 p.m.

GENERAL SESSION
7:00 p.m. - Council Chamber
Plaza Level

CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL - COUNCIL

11.

Pledge of Allegiance
U.S. Air Force Auxiliary, Capt. Jeff Goeggel, Civil Air Patrol, led the Pledge of Allegiance.

12.

Invocation
Pastor Fernando Villicana, Firehouse Church, delivered the Invocation.

13.

Presentation:
Mayor Parker Presented Commendations to the Students and Chaperones from Brea Sister City - Anseong, Korea.

14.

Presentations:
Mayor Parker Presented Commendation to the Visiting Students and Chaperones from Brea Sister City - Hanno, Japan.

15.

Report - Prior Study Session
City Manager Gallardo provided the Prior Study Session Report.

16.

Community Announcements
Mayor Pro Tem Hupp announced that tickets are still available for Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on stage at the Curtis Theatre weekends through January 28. Tickets are only $15. She also announced that Sister Act: the Musical produced by the Curtis Theatre & Southgate Productions will begin February 10 and runs weekends through February 25. Visit CurtisTheatre.com for more information on these shows and the entire season.

Council Member Hupp announced that the Brea Community Center’s annual Bridal Show is Saturday, January 27 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Admission is $6, parking is free. Visit CityofBrea.net for more information.

Council Member Simonoff announced that it is time to renew parking permits for 2018. Permits are now available to renew online and are available at City Hall, third floor. He encouraged residents to apply or renew on-line and save a trip to City Hall. Simply put the words: “Overnight Parking Permit” in the Search bar at CityofBrea.net.

17.

Matters from the Audience
Robert Lowden expressed concern that the proposed public assembly ordinance is too restrictive.

Sean Thomas discussed racism.

Regarding Item 23 (Purchase of Pierce Arrow XT Pumper), Bill Hall discussed trade-in value of the current fire truck and expressed appreciation with Council Member Hupp's concern regarding the 80% upfront deposit.

18.

Response to Public Inquiries - Mayor / City Manager
City Manager Gallardo responded to public inquiries.

ADMINISTRATIVE ITEM - This agenda category is for City Council consideration of a wide variety of topics related to the City's operations. Public comments regarding items in this section should be presented during " Matters from the Audience."

19.

Amend Title 6 of the Brea City Code - Animal Control, Welfare, and License Requirements
Police Captain Burks briefly discussed the minor changes and explained that the service contract with the County of Orange requires the City to adopt municipal animal control codes that are identical to County animal control ordinances.

Motion was made by Council Member Vargas, seconded by Council Member Simonoff to Introduce Ordinance No. 1202 for First Reading by Title Only and Waive Further Reading Updating and Adopting by Reference Animal Control, Welfare and Licensing Requirements of the County of Orange, Establishing Penalties, and Amending Title 6 of the Brea City Code.

AYES:	Mayor Parker, Mayor Pro Tem Marick, Council Member Hupp, Council Member Simonoff, Council Member Vargas
Passed

CONSENT CALENDAR - The City Council/Successor Agency approves all Consent Calendar matters with one motion unless Council/Agency or Staff requests further discussion of a particular item. Items of concern regarding Consent Calendar matters should be presented during “Matters from the Audience."

CITY COUNCIL - CONSENT

20.

December 19, 2017 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
The City Council Approved the December 19, 2017 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes as Amended.

21.

Annual Maintenance Assessment in Landscape and Lighting Maintenance Districts 1 Through 7
The City Council Adopted Resolution Nos. 2018-001 Through 2018-007 Ordering the Director of Public Works to Prepare and File Improvement, Maintenance Costs and Assessment Reports.

22.

Fiscal Year 2018/19 - 2023/24 Orange County Federal Transportation Improvement Program
The City Council Adopted Resolution No. 2018-008 Certifying Funding and Affirming Commitment to Implement Projects.

23.

Purchase of Pierce Arrow XT Pumper
The City Council Authorized the Purchasing Agent to Issue a Purchase Order for $669,182.37 to South Coast Fire Equipment for a Pierce Arrow XT Pumper.

24.

Agreement with Onward Engineering for Additional Construction Management and Inspection Services on Capital Improvement Projects
The City Council Approved Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement.

25.

Annual Development Impact Fee Report And Five Year Findings for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2017
Received and Filed.

26.

Professional Services Agreement for Forensic Phlebotomy Services
The City Council Approved the Professional Services Agreement with California Forensic Phlebotomy, Inc. to Provide As-Needed Forensic Phlebotomy Services in an Amount Not to Exceed $25,000 Per Year; and Authorized the City Manager to Exercise up to Four (4) Optional One-Year Extensions.

27.

November and December Outgoing Payment Log and December 22, 2017 and January 5 & 12, 2018 City Check Registers
Received and Filed.

28.

Monthly Report of Investments for the City of Brea for Period Ending November 30, 2017
Received and Filed.

Motion was made by Council Member Vargas, seconded by Council Member Simonoff to Approve Consent Calendar Items 20-28.

AYES:	Mayor Parker, Mayor Pro Tem Marick, Council Member Hupp, Council Member Simonoff, Council Member Vargas
Passed

CITY/SUCCESSOR AGENCY JOINT CONSENT ITEMS

29.

Bond Proceeds Funding Agreement Between the City of Brea and the Successor Agency to the Brea Redevelopment Agency for the 2011A Non-Housing Bonds

Motion was made by Council Member Simonoff, seconded by Council Member Vargas to Adopt City Resolution No. 2018-009 and Successor Agency Resolution No. SA 2018-01 approving the Bond Proceeds Funding Agreement.

AYES:	Mayor Parker, Mayor Pro Tem Marick, Council Member Hupp, Council Member Simonoff, Council Member Vargas
Passed

SUCCESSOR AGENCY - CONSENT

30.

Last and Final Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule
The City Council Adopted Resolution No. SA 2018-02 Approving the Last and Final Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (LFROPS) and Take Related Actions.

31.

December 22, 2017 Successor Agency Check Register
Received and Filed.

32.

Monthly Report of Investments for the Successor Agency to the Brea Redevelopment Agency for Period Ending November 30, 2017
Received and Filed.

Motion was made by Council Member Simonoff, seconded by Council Member Vargas to Approve Successor Agency Consent Calendar Items 30-32.

AYES:	Mayor Parker, Mayor Pro Tem Marick, Council Member Hupp, Council Member Simonoff, Council Member Vargas
Passed

ADMINISTRATIVE ANNOUNCEMENTS

33.

City Manager
None.

34.

City Attorney
City Attorney Markman provided an update on the Madrona case.

COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council Member Hupp encouraged residents to attend a Brea Show Choir performance this season.

ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Parker adjourned the General Session at 7:57 p.m. in memory of Ms. Darlene Riley.

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BREA CITY COUNCIL SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE BREA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING MINUTES January 16, 2018