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BREA CITY COUNCIL
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
BREA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
MEETING

MINUTES
March 20, 2018
             

CLOSED SESSION
5:45 p.m. - Executive Conference Room
Level Three

CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL - COUNCIL
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 Legal Counsel - Potential Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section §54956.9 - One Case - Lagos De Moreno Park/Laurel Elementary Magnet School - City Engineer Kooyman
             
3. Conference with City's Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code 54957.6 Regarding the Brea Fire Management Association (BFMA), Brea Fire Association (BFA) - Mario Maldonado and Chris Emeterio, Negotiators
             
4. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(2) - Chris Contreras v. City of Brea, (one case, three claims) WCAB ADJ9528431, ADJ9528440, ADJ9528434 – Compromise and Release (C&R), Mario Maldonado; Negotiator
             
STUDY SESSION
6:30 p.m. - Executive Conference Room
Level Three

CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL - COUNCIL
             
5. Public Comment
None.
             
6. Clarify Regular Meeting Topics
None.
             
DISCUSSION ITEM
             
7. Water Lifeline Subsidy Rates Update
Revenue & Budget Manager Madrazo noted a correction to the memo to Council.  Revenue & Budget Manager Madrazo  presented details of the report including who qualifies for the Lifeline discount, recertification of Lifeline status, annual realized savings to the customer, number of current customers, available options as listed in the memo, cost scenarios and stated that specific direction from Council is requested regarding the Lifeline program at the next budget update.  

After Council discussion on the use of various funds and grants, Council directed staff to bring back other potential funding options regarding the Water Lifeline Subsidy program.  
             
REPORT
             
8. Council Member Report
Mayor Pro Tem Marick reported attending the Waste Commission meeting.

Council Member Hupp reported attending the Vector Control meeting, noted that a new monthly report of calls for the City of Brea will be provided, and reported on the start of a curb and gutter assessment program.

Assistant City Manager/Community Services Director Chris Emeterio reported attending the National League of Cities Congressional Conference with Council Members Hupp and Simonoff and reported on different advocacy, economic development, safety, and crime prevention meetings attended; and meetings to seek federal dollars for the Lambert/57 Interchange and the Tracks at Brea projects.

Mayor Parker adjourned the Study Session meeting at 6:52 p.m.
             
GENERAL SESSION
7:00 p.m. - Council Chamber
Plaza Level

CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL - COUNCIL
Mayor Parker called the General Session meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., all members were present.
             
9. Pledge of Allegiance:
Girl Scouts led the Pledge of Allegiance.
             
10. Invocation:
Pastor Steve Chang, Living Hope Community Church delivered the Invocation.
             
11. Proclamation:
Mayor Parker presented a Proclamation to the Girl Scouts in recognition of National Girl Scout Week.
             
12. Report - Prior Study Session
City Manager Gallardo provided a report on the prior Study Session.
             
13. Community Announcements
Council Member Simonoff announced the Active School Shooter and Emergency Response Meeting will be held April 11 at 7 p.m. at Brea Olinda High School Performing Arts Center. The City of Brea is partnering with the Brea Olinda Unified School District (BOUSD) to host this important community meeting. The City of Brea, Brea Police Department, Brea Fire Department and BOUSD officials will present valuable safety information at this important community meeting. Please mark your calendar.

Council Member Hupp announced that according to the National Weather Service, significant rain storms are predicted beginning this Tuesday evening. Steady rain with periods of moderate to heavy rainfall are expected, especially Wednesday afternoon through Thursday night. Emergency Preparedness reminds you to be prepared and stay safe. Visit CityofBrea.net for preparedness tips.

Mayor Parker announced that there is still room in the upcoming CERT series. Be Prepared, register for CERT Today at CityofBrea.net. Learn to protect your family and help your neighbors by becoming a CERT volunteer. The free series begins April 10 and run through April 28 at the Brea Civic & Cultural Center.

Mayor Pro Tem Marick announced "Love Brea," the city-wide serve day is Saturday, April 28. Do you know of a Brea resident who doesn’t have the means to get a project done around the house? Maybe they need help with yard clean up or window washing for example. Visit LoveBrea.org to submit a project for review, volunteer or donate.

Council Member Vargas announced Live at the Curtis Theatre: Click, Clack, Moo. A live musical perfect for ages 4 & up! The award-winning touring group, TheatreworksUSA, brings the popular children's book, Click Clack Moo, to life on stage as a musical Sunday, April 8 at 3 & 5 p.m. Purchase tickets at CurtisTheatre.com.
             
14. Matters from the Audience
Don Parker spoke regarding the City Manager's contract extension, noted California Government Code Sections regarding the discussion of local agency executive salary and the conformance to Measure T salary limitations.

Sean Thomas spoke regarding a Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the County of Orange, citizen involvement and pension reform.

Bill Hall spoke in support of Item Number 20 on the Agenda and suggested community engagement and education regarding treatment for private residential trees against the Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer.

Dwight Manley spoke regarding the intent and legal reading of Measure T and suggested the City Attorney confer with outside legal counsel regarding the application of Measure T.

Steve Shatynski spoke regarding the re-location of the homeless in Orange County, commended Council Member Hupp for her active involvement in finding solutions to the homeless problem, and invited the community to the Brea Country Fair on July 4th.

Glen Vonhanel spoke regarding deficit spending, Measure T, City Manager's salary and the elimination of Council Member health benefits.

Keith Fullington requested the Council pull Item Number 18 for separate discussion; discussed Measure T and the City Manager's employment contract; inquired as to the status of the Lagos De Moreno Park/Laurel Elementary Magnet School renovation and requested the City Council vote to decommit as a sanctuary city.
             
15. Response to Public Inquiries - Mayor / City Manager
City Manager Gallardo addressed several comments made by members of the public regarding 5-year budget projections, long-term obligations, pension reform and employee contributions toward their retirement.

City Attorney Markman presented a report on Agenda Item Number 18, including Measure T provisions, past Council actions, the City Manager's contract provisions identified in the staff report and associated Government Codes and case law.

Mayor Parker commented on the City's budget and obligations, pension liabilities, the County's homeless issues, City Manager's salary and invited the Community to the Country Fair and to join the County Fair planning committee.
             
PUBLIC HEARING - This portion of the meeting is for matters that legally require an opportunity for public input. Audience participation is encouraged and is limited to 5 minutes per speaker.
             
16. Development-Related User Fees - There will be no Staff presentation or discussion at this meting. This item is continued to the Regular City Council Meeting of April 3, 2018.
  Motion was made by Mayor Parker, seconded by Council Member Hupp to continue this item to a future Council meeting.
 
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
Council Member Vargas addressed a letter submitted for the record regarding Measure T.
             
17. March 6, 2018 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
The City Council approved the March 6, 2018 City Council Regular meeting minutes. 
             
18. City Manager Employment Agreement 
The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2018-012 approving Amendment No. 1 to the City Manager's Employment Agreement. 
             
19. Final Parcel Map 2016-178, Subdivision Improvement Agreement and Bonds, Site Maintenance and Reimbursement Agreement and Assignment and Novation of Subdivision Improvement Agreement for Brea Place Located on Northwest Corner of State College Boulevard and Birch Street 
The City Council: 1) Accepted Final Parcel Map; 2) Approved Subdivision Improvement Agreement and Bonds; 3) Approved Maintenance and Reimbursement Agreement; and 4) Approved Assignment and Novation of Subdivision Improvement Agreement with City Consent.  
             
20. Approve Purchase Order for Shot Hole Borer Treatment 
The City Council approved the Purchase Order for Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer Treatment in the amount not-to-exceed $50,000 with West Coast Arborists, Inc.  
             
21. Amendment No.1 to Professional Services Agreement with Parsons Transportation Group, Inc. for Design Services and Resolution for Appropriating Additional Funds for the SR-57 & Lambert Road Interchange Improvements, CIP 7251 -
The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2018-013 for appropriating additional funds and approved Amendment No.1 to Professional Services Agreement with Parsons Transportation Group, Inc. for design services for the SR-57 & Lambert Road Interchange Improvements, CIP 7251. 
             
22. Adopt Resolution to support the Reducing Crime and Keeping California Safe Act of 2018
Council Member Simonoff requested Police Chief Conklin present a brief oral report on Agenda Item Number 22. 

Police Chief Conklin presented details of staff report including the passage of Proposition 47, local crime statistics over the past few years, changes in reclassifications of charges in the criminal justice system, arrest patterns and the Police Chief's Association's support for the passage of Proposition 57 and Assembly Bill 109, the "Reducing Crime and Keeping California Safe Act of 2018."

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2018-014 in support of the Reducing Crime and Keeping California Safe Act of 2018.
             
23. Outgoing Payment Log and March 9 and 16, 2018 City Check Registers 
Receive and file.
             
24. Monthly Report of Investments for the City of Brea for Period Ending January 31, 2018
Receive and file.  
  Motion was made by Council Member Vargas, seconded by Council Member Hupp to approve Consent Calendar Items 17-24
 
AYES: Mayor Parker, Mayor Pro Tem Marick, Council Member Hupp, Council Member Simonoff, Council Member Vargas
Passed
             
CITY/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY - CONSENT
             
25. Monthly Report of Investments for the Successor Agency to the Brea Redevelopment Agency for Period Ending January 31, 2018
Receive and file. 
  Motion was made by Council Member Hupp, seconded by Council Member Vargas to approve City/Successor Agency Consent Item 25.
 
AYES: Mayor Parker, Mayor Pro Tem Marick, Council Member Hupp, Council Member Simonoff, Council Member Vargas
Passed
             
ADMINISTRATIVE ANNOUNCEMENTS
             
26. City Manager
City Manager Gallardo thanked the Council for their approval of Agenda Item Number 18 and acknowledged the men and women of the organization for providing outstanding service to the community.
             
27. City Attorney
None.
             
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Parker commented on the salary, job duties and community involvement of the City Manager; and noted the annual review of the clearly stated goals and objectives for the executive team. Mayor Parker also encouraged the community to share feedback and noted recent Brea Envisions engagement through the program showed the community is satisfied with the service and programming the City provides.
             
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Parker adjourned the General Session at 8:14 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, The foregoing minutes are hereby
approved this 3rd day of April, 2018.




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Lillian Harris-Neal, City Clerk




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Glenn Parker, Mayor

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