BREA CITY COUNCIL
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
BREA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
MEETING
MINUTES
MARCH 21, 2023
GENERAL SESSION
7:00 p.m. - Council Chamber
Plaza Level
and
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Ventura Lobby
5818 Valentine Road, Ventura, CA 93003
CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL - COUNCIL
Mayor Simonoff called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., all members were present, except for Councilmember Vargas who was absent.
Present: Simonoff, Marick, Hupp, Stewart
Absent: Vargas
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Brea Girl Scouts led the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Invocation
Pastor John Schaefer, Formation Church, delivered the Invocation.
3. Proclamation: Brea Girl Scouts
Mayor Simonoff, on behalf of the entire City Council, presented Jill Patterson, Brea Girl Scouts, with a Proclamation in honor of National Girl Scout Week. Ms. Patterson spoke about their Take Action Projects and contributions to the Brea community.
4. Commendation: Brea Little League Seniors All Stars
Mayor Simonoff, on behalf of the entire City Council, presented the Brea Little League Senior All Stars with a commendation in recognition of their achievements in being named the 2022 California District 56 Senior All Star Champions.
5. Report - Prior Study Session
None.
6. Community Announcements
Councilmember Hupp announced that Caltrans is hosting a free paper shredding event for Orange County residents this Saturday, March 25 at 8:00 a.m. in the Wildcatters Park parking lot. She indicated that no appointment is necessary; and up to four (4) boxes of documents per person will be accepted; the event is first -come, first -serve and they will be accepting items until 10:00 a.m. or when full capacity is reached.
Mayor Pro Tern Marick announced that the Brea Fitness Center is hosting its annual Well -Fit March 21, 2023
Day on Saturday, March 25, starting at 8 a.m. She encouraged the community to celebrate healthy living with a day of fun -filled group exercise classes, healthy food tastings, chair massages, and more. She added that the event is free for Brea Fit members, and $7 for non-members.
Mayor Pro Tern Marick encouraged the community to participate in this year's Love Brea day of service, on Saturday, April 22 She announced that residents may sign up to volunteer for a project, and available service projects range from gardening to clean-up.
Councilmember Stewart announced that the Fourth Annual Pet Expo will be held on Saturday, April 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Brea Community Center and will feature over 100 vendors, highlighting pet products, learning opportunities, pet adoptions, and K-9 demonstrations.
Councilmember Stewart announced that OC Waste & Recycling is hosting a free compost giveaway at the Olinda Alpha Landfill and that Orange County residents can pick up free compost on Saturday, April 1, between 8:00 a.m. and noon, while supplies last.
7. Matters from the Audience
Adam Prior, Public Policy staffer, Brea Chamber of Commerce, introduced himself to the City Council.
8. Response to Public Inquiries - Mayor 1 City Manager
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR - The City Council/Successor Agency approves all Consent Calendar matters with one motion unless CouncillAgency 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
9. March 7, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
The City Council approved the March 7, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.
10. 2022 General Plan Annual Report
Community Development Director Killebrew provided a brief presentation explaining the item in response to a question that was received.
The City Council received and filed the 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report and directed staff to submit the Housing Element Annual Report to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and Office of Planning and Research (OPR).
11. Property Tax Exchange Agreement between the City of Brea and the County of Orange for the Annexation of Remnant Brea 265 Property
The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-014 approving a Property Tax Exchange Agreement between the City of Brea and the County of Orange for the annexation of approximately 1.45 acres of unincorporated Orange County land that is generally located at the northeast corner of Valencia Avenue and Rose Drive.
12. Professional Services Agreement for EJ Ward, Inc.
The City Council approved the upgrade to the EJ Ward, Inc. Fueling System equipment in the amount of $105,043.
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13. Approve renaming of the Brea War Memorial to the Brea Veterans Memorial The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-015 authorizing the name change.
14. Professional Services Agreement with Arts Orange County for Cultural Arts Master Plan
The City Council approved the Professional Services Agreement in an amount not -to -exceed $50,000.
15. March 3 and 10, 2023 City Disbursement Registers
The City Council received and filed the March 3 and 10, 2023 City Disbursement Registers.
Motion was made by Council Member Hupp, seconded by Council Member Stewart to approve City Council Consent Items 9 - 15.
AYES: Mayor Simonoff, Mayor Pro Tem Marick, Council Member Hupp, Council Member Stewart
Other: Council Member Vargas (ABSENT)
Passed
ADMINISTRATIVE ANNOUNCEMENTS
16. City Manager
None.
17. City Attorney
None.
18. Council Requests
None.
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Stewart announced that a replica of the Vietnam Veteran's War Memorial and mobile education center will be on display in Hawaiian Gardens from March 23-26 and in Menifee from April 6-9.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Simonoff adjourned the General Session at 7:31 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, The foregoing minutes are hereby approved this 18 day of April, 2023.
E_iflian Harris -Neal, City Clerk �F*`� tiA�' y imo o o March 21, 2023