BREA CITY COUNCIL
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
BREA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
MEETING
MINUTES
MAY 2, 2023
CLOSED SESSION
6:00 p.m. - Executive Conference Room
Level Three
CALL TO ORDER ! ROLL CALL - COUNCIL
Mayor Simonoff called the Closed session to order at 6:00 p.m., all members were present.
Present: Simonoff, Marick, Hupp, Stewart, Vargas
1. Public Comment
Closed Session may convene to consider matters of purchase ! sale of real properly (G. C. §54956.8), pending litigation [G.C.§54956.9(d)(1 )], potential litigation I [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 Brea Management Association (BMA), Brea City Employees' Association (BCEA), and Administrative and Professional Employees' Association (APEA),- Bill Gallardo, Negotiator and Laura Kalty and Oliver Yee LCW Attorneys.
3. Conference with Real Property Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8.
Property: 15 Ft. Wide Railroad Corridor Easement Between Palm Street and Berry Street/Mercury Lane
City of Brea Negotiator: Public Works Director Michael Ho Negotiating Party: Union Pacific Railroad Company
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
Mayor Simonoff adjourned the Closed Session at 6:57 p.m.
STUDY SESSION
6:15 p.m. - Executive Conference Room
Level Three
CALL TO ORDER 1 ROLL CALL - COUNCIL
The Study Session was continued to the next regular City Council meeting.
4. Public Comment
5. Clarify Regular Meeting Topics
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4 DISCUSSION ITEM
6. Update on the Police Department's Proposed Integrated Crime Center Outreach REPORT
7. Council Member Report/Requests
GENERAL SESSION
7:00 p.m. - Council Chamber
Plaza Level
CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL - COUNCIL
Mayor Simonoff called the General Session to order at 7:03 p.m., all members were present.
8. Pledge of Allegiance
Boy Scout Troop 707 led the Pledge of Allegiance.
9. Invocation
Pastor Fernando Villicana, Firehouse Church, delivered the Invocation.
10. Presentation: Lifesaving Recognition
Mayor Simonoff, Mayor Pro Tern Marick and Fire Chief Avery presented Brea Fire Engineer Brad Brown, Brea Fire Emergency Preparedness Manager Lisa Keyworth, and Council Member Blair Stewart with certificates of recognition in honor of their heroic, lifesaving efforts they recently performed.
11. Presentation: Orange County 2021 Hate Crime Report Release Eyeluta "Lulu" Haileleul, OC Human Relations, provided a presentation on the assistance the organization has provided to communities throughout the County. She also spoke about how OC Human Relations worked with Brea residents over the last fiscal year.
12. Report - Prior Study Session
City Manager Gallardo indicated that due to time constraints, the Study Session items that were scheduled will be brought back to the next City Council meeting.
13. Community Announcements
Councilmember Stewart invited the community to a day of fun activities at the Fire Department and Public Works Open House, on Saturday, May 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Fire Station 1 and the City Service Center. He announced that the family -friendly event will feature equipment and vehicle displays, demonstrations, refreshments, live music, and giveaways; and added that there will also be opportunities to learn about water and energy conservation, recycling, composting, and emergency preparedness. He directed the community to visit cityofbrea.net for more information.
Mayor Pro Tern Marick announced that Orange County 4th District Board Supervisor Doug Chaffee would like to invite current high school students to apply for the Future Leaders Program. She stated that students in 10th and 11th grade who participate in the upcoming, six -week session will be able to develop their leadership skills, explore different career opportunities, and learn how local government works. She also stated that applications are due Friday, May 5- and the program will begin on Saturday, June 3 and directed those interested to call (714) 834-3440 or visit d4.ocgov.com for more information.
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3 Councilmember Vargas announced that the annual Made in California exhibit is now on display at the Brea Art Gallery. He stated that the exhibit features artists throughout the state working in an array of mediums and styles and admission to the Gallery is always free for Brea residents.
Councilmember Hupp thanked the community for another successful Love Brea event and announced that over 400 volunteers signed -up to work on 48 different service projects located throughout the community. She also thanked Love Brea sponsors for donating over $10,000 to support the day.
14. Matters from the Audience
Robert Warkenton spoke about the offerings and experiences at the Curtis Theatre and Brea Art Gallery. He also highlighted some of Brea's local restaurants.
Gary Goff spoke about Brea Olinda High School Alumni, John Godfrey, who currently serves as the Ambassador of the United States to Sudan.
Sean Thomas commended Brad Brown, Lisa Keyworth and Blair Stewart on their lifesaving efforts. He also spoke about a Certificate of Recognition he received from Assemblyman Phillip Chen.
Max Stites spoke about the zoning history of Gaslight Square.
Mary Martinez spoke about the Laurel circulation and traffic study.
Kari Windes urged council to deny the change in zoning at Gaslight Square, Dianne Stites spoke about the impacts of the Gaslight Square project to the surrounding area.
15. Response to Public Inquiries - Mayor I City Manager City Manager Gallardo announced that a public hearing regarding Gaslight Square will take place at the May 16 City Council Meeting.
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. Environmental Impact Report No. 2020-01 and Approval of General Plan Amendment No. 2020-01, Zone Change No. 2020-01, Development Agreement No. 2020-01 Tentative Parcel Map No. 2022-113, Precise Development Plan No. 2020-02, and Conditional Use Permit Nos. 2020-06, 2022-16, 2022-17, and 2022-18 (Brea Mall Mixed -Use Project) Community Development Director Killebrew provided a Powerpoint presentation on the item and spoke about the history of the Brea Mall, site conditions, proposed project, requested entitlements, General Plan land use & zoning, mixed -use development, residential apartment complex, commercial, Lifetime Fitness Center, shared parking, open spaces, mobility strategies, CEQAIEIR, development agreement, project timeline, project phasing, noted updates to conditions of approval and presented staffs recommended actions.
Council discussed access and connectivity to the property; surface and structure parking; and City access to central green.
Jocelyn Gubler, Vice President, Development, Simon Property Group, provided a Powerpoint presentation on the item and spoke about the history of the Brea Mall, imagining the future of the Brea Mall, and project attributes. She also spoke about the benefits to the City of Brea, including economic growth; affordable and market rate housing; healthy lifestyles; urban May 2, 2023
design; green space; resource conservation; new public art; pedestrian and bicycle connectivity; Randolph & Birch bike lane; electric vehicle charging (EVC) stations; and City signage and visibility. She also spoke about project timing and schedule.
Council discussed seating at the green space and public art.
Mayor Simonoff opened the public hearing.
Joseph Gonzales spoke about unavoidable impacts with the project, including the increase in traffic, and requested further information on air quality and contamination issues.
Jamie encouraged the Council to support the project and spoke about the need for growth of business and housing in the City.
Adam Prior spoke in support of the Brea Mall redevelopment project.
Elizabeth Hansburg spoke in support of the project and spoke about mall redevelopment throughout Orange County. She also encouraged the Council to bring more housing to Brea.
Ashley Cole spoke in support of the proposed mixed -use development, an increase in housing and encouraged the Council to approve the project.
Amanda Armstrong spoke in support of the Brea Mall redevelopment project.
Lacey Schoen spoke in support of the Brea Mall redevelopment project and stressed the need for workforce housing in Brea.
Seeing no other members wishing to address the Council, Mayor Simonoff closed the public hearing.
Council discussed infiltration chambers, the preservation of trees, permit fees, community benefit, and affordable housing.
The City Council recessed the meeting at 9:16 p.m.
The City Council reconvened the meeting at 9:25 p.m.
Council congratulated Simon Property Group and staff for their hard work. They also discussed the Planning Commission requests to consider a system that monitors parking availability, landscaping plans, economic potential and the opportunity for commercial availability for new businesses. They also discussed the large reinvestment Simon Property Group is making in this property with the revitalization.
Motion was made by Council Member Hupp, seconded by Council Member Stewart to:
adopt Resolution No. 2023-024 certifying a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Environmental Impact Report (EIR), State Clearinghouse No. 2019080299, which analyzed the environmental impacts resulting from construction and operation of the Project, and which was prepared pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15132 (Contents of Final EIR), and CEQA Guidelines Section 15090 (Certification of the Final EIR); adopt Resolution Nos. 2023-025 through 2023-028 approving the following entitlements, based on findings and conclusions in the corresponding resolutions, and subject to the recommended conditions of approval: GPA No. 2020-01, to change the General Plan Land Use designation of the Project Site and the entire Brea Mall property from Regional Commercial to Mixed -Use I; TPM No. 2022-113, to adjust lot lines within the Project Site to accommodate the Project; PD No. 2020-02, to demolish the former Sears department store building, associated auto May 2, 2023
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center, and the adjacent surface parking lot and allow a new mixed -use development that includes retail, restaurants, for -rent residential apartments, a resort -type fitness center, and an outdoor gathering space; CUP No. 2020-06, to establish a new comprehensive sign program for the Project; CUP No. 2022-16, to allow on -site alcohol consumption of beer, wine and distilled spirits within dining establishments; CUP No. 2022-17, to allow a shared parking plan for the Project; and CUP No. 2022-18, to allow a new resort -type fitness center; Introduced by title only and waive further reading of Ordinance Nos. 1236 and 1237 approving the following entitlements, based on findings and conclusions in the corresponding ordinances: ZC No. 2020-01, to change the zoning designation of the Project Site and the entire Brea Mall property from Major Shopping Center (C-C) with a Precise Development (P-D) overlay to Mixed -Use I (MU-1); and DA No. 2020-01, for a contract between the Applicant and the City, defining the terms of development proposed by vesting the City's approval while specifying public benefits and improvements; and scheduleed the adoption of aforementioned Ordinances at the next regular City Council meeting.
AYES: Mayor Simonoff, Mayor Pro Tern Marick, Council Member Hupp, Council Member Stewart, 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
17. April 18, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes The City Council approved the April 18, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes as written.
18. Rejection of Bids for the Senior Center & Pioneer Hall Roofs, CIP Project No. 7975 The City Council approved the rejection of all bids for the Senior Center & Pioneer Hall Roofs, CIP Project No. 7975 and directed the City Clerk to return all bid bonds.
19. Acceptance of Country Hills Subdivision Pavement and Water Improvements, Project No. 7322
Public Works Director Ho explained the phasing approach of the project was due to the size of the project, and indicated that this action is for the first phase of the project. He also stated that the second phase of the project is in progress and Branch Street paving is currently in progress.
The City Council authorized increasing the Contract Contingency by 1.8%, accepted the project as complete, authorized the City Clerk to record Notice of Completion, accepted the Warranty Bond and authorized the City Clerk to release the Performance Bond upon acceptance of the Warranty Bond, and release the Payment Bond upon further notification from the Public Works Department.
20. Update to (Azteca Systems, Inc) Cityworks Software License and Maintenance Agreement
The City Council approved the updated Software License and Maintenance Agreement for Public Works Maintenance Management Program.
21. April 14 and 21, 2023 City Disbursement Registers
The City Council approved the April 14 and 21, 2023 City Disbursement Registers.
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Motion was made by Council Member Vargas, seconded by Council Member Hupp to approve City Council Consent Items 17-21.
AYES: Mayor Simonoff, Mayor Pro Tern Marick, Council Member Hupp, Council Member Stewart, Council Member Vargas
Passed
ADMINISTRATIVE ANNOUNCEMENTS
22. City Manager
None.
23. City Attorney
None.
24. Council Requests
None.
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Hupp announced that residents can reach out to Orange County Vector Control for free inspection and mosquito control spraying.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Simonoff adjourned the General Session at 9:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, The foregoing minutes are hereby approved this 16 day of May, 2023.
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