Minutes for the City Council Regular Meeting
1 Civic Center Circle, Brea, California 92821
June 2,2026
Roll Call: (The following members were in attendonce)
o Cecilia Hupp, Mayor
. Marty Simonoff, Mayor Pro Tem
o Christine Marick. Council Member
o Blair Stewart Council Member
o Steven Vargas, Council Member
1. CLOSED SESSION - EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM 3RD FLOOR - TIME 5:30 P.M.
1.A. Call to Order/Roll Call
Mayor Hupp called the Closed Session to order at 5:30 p.m. All members were present
1.8. Public Comment
N one.
1.C. Conference with Legal Counsel Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(dX4) - Anticipated Litigation. lnitiation of Litigation: 2 potential cases.
1.D. Conference with Real Property Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8.
Property: Railroad Corridor Between Palm Street and Berry Channel. City of Brea Negotiators:
Public Works Director Michael Ho and lnterim Community Services Director Sean Matlock.
Negotiating Pa rty: Union Pacific Railroad Company. Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment.
Mayor Hupp adjourned the Closed Session at 6:36 p.m.
2. STUDY SESSION - EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM 3RD FLOOR - TIME 6:30 P.M.
1.E. Conference with City's Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 Regarding the Brea Management Association (BIr,1A), Brea City Employees' Association (BCEA), Administrative and Professional Employees'Association (APEA), Brea Police Management Association (BPMA), Brea Fire Association (BFA) and the Brea Fire Management Association (BFIMA) - Kristin Grif6th, Negotiator, Laura Drottz Kalty, LCW Attorney and Alexander Volberding, LCW Attorney
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2.A. Call to order/Roll Call
Mayor Hupp called the Study Session to order at 6:37 p.m. All members were present
2.8. Public Comment
None.
2.C. Clarily Regular Meeting Topics
None.
2.D. Brea 2050: Focused General Plan Update and Brea Core Specific Plan City Planner Tinio introduced the item.
Senior Planner Newton provided an overview on the required entitlements, Planning Commission recommendations, BREA 2050 documents, key general plan highlights, proposed land use, and Brea Core Specific Plan (BCSP) proposed zoning.
City Planner Tinio responded to Council inquires regarding the Planning Commission's feedback, potential density increase, mobility improvements, mixed-use zones, and growth and development in core areas.
Assistant City Manager/Community Development Director Killebrew discussed a letter received by Sycamore Development seeking increased policies and goals. He provided an overview on staff's recommendation and indicated that there is no need for additional policies beyond the City's cu rrent jurisdiction.
2.E. Council Member Reports/Requests
Council Member Marick announced that the Distinguished Brea Athlete plaque for Jeanette Pohlen has been fully funded by a donor. She indicated that the donor will provide a check to the City through the Brea Olinda Ladycat Booster Club.
Council Member Marick inquired about future donations to assist with the maintenance of the Distinguished Athlete Wall of Fame.
City Manager Griffith provided information about the online donation process and discussed the possibility of expanding the sponsorship program on the City website. 2 2. F. Study Session Adjournment
Mayor Hupp adjourned the Study Session at 6:48 p.m.
3. GENERAL SESSION - COUNCIL CHAMBERS PLAZA LEVEL - 7:00 P.M.
3.A. Call to Order/Roll Call
Mayor Hupp called the General Session to order at 7:01 p.m. AII members were present.
3.8. Pledge of Allegiance: Boy Scout froop 707
Boy Scout Troop 707 led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.C. lnvocation: Pastor Rick Crockett, Crosspointe Church Pastor Rick Crockett, Crosspointe Church, led the invocation.
3.D. Presentation: Business of the Quarter
The City Council displayed a video recognizing the Business of the Quarter, Brea lmprov.
3.E. Report - Prior Study Session
City Manager Griffith provided a report on the prior Study Session.
3.F. Community Announcements
Council Member Vargas invited the community to participate in the Home Beautification Contest in honor of the Fourth of July and the America 250 celebration. He encouraged residents to decorate their homes with patriotic flair for a chance to win a prize of $100. He indicated that participants must submit images of their homes by Tuesday, June 23, to [email protected]. Additional information can be found on the City website.
Council Member Marick announced the July 4th Country Fair Block Party will be held on July 4th at City Hall Park from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. She indicated that the event will feature giveaways of stickers, bookmarks, and coloring sheets as well as the sale of limited edition Brea Celebrates America 250 t-shirts. She encouraged residents to submit their photos to assist with creating an end of summer video. Additional information can be found at CityofBrea.govl250.
Mayor Pro Tem Simonoff announced that the City and Republic Republic Services will be hosting a Paper Shredding and Compost Giveaway event on Saturday, June 6th from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. in the Brea Community Center parking lot. He indicated that residents can bring up to five bankers boxes of paper for shredding and collect up to four bags of compost. Proof of Brea residency is required to participate.
Council Member Stewart reminded the community that the sale, use, or discharge of fireworks is strictly prohibited in Brea. Violators of this law, can face fines up to $ 1,000. He encouraged 3 residents who are able to identify the exact location of someone using fireworks to contact the Brea Police Department's non-emergency line at (7'14) 990-7911.
3.G. Matters from the Audience
Stephen Estrada spoke about the recent chemical incident in Garden Grove and inquired about tanks located at Pacific Plastics lnc.
Craig Farris spoke about the Mayor's Prayer Breakfast event, potential Costco development, communication with City staff, and recent City development.
Mark Strom spoke about tax sharing agreement, records produced in response to a public records request, Finance Committee meeting, Economic Development Agreement with Dwight Manley, potential Costco development, and transparency.
Linda Criner spoke about the potential Costco development, Economic Development Agreement with Dwight Manley, sales tax revenue, tax sharing agreement, and expressed concerns with the quality of life.
Michael Burns spoke in support of the potential Costco development.
3.H. Response to Public lnquiries
Fire Marshal Pesqueira responded to public inquires regarding HAZMAT procedures and awareness.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Council Member Stewart and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Simonoff to approve Consent Calendar items 44 - 4F. Motion passed 5-0-0-0 (Ayes: Hupp, Simonoff, Marick, Stewart, Vargas).
4.A. May 19,2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
The City Council approved the May 19,2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes as written
4.B. Resolutions Calling November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-30 calling and giving notice of holding a General Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 3,2026 for the election of certain officers as required by provisions of the laws of the Stat of California relating to General Law Cities; and adopted Resolution No. 2026-31 requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Orange to consolidate a General Municipal Election held on that date pursuant to Section 10403 of the California Elections Code.
4 4.C. Road Repair and Accountability Act - Local Streets and Roads Funding Program, Fiscal Year 2026-27 Proposed Project List
The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-32 approving projects funded by the Road Repair and Accountability Act.
4.D. Renewed Measure M (M2) Eligibility Submittal Package for Fiscal Year 2026-27
4.E. Rejection of Bids for the Arovista Park Parking Lot Paving, CIP Project No.7978 The City Council rejected all bids and directed the City Clerk to return all Bid Bonds to bidders; and amended the FY 2025-27 Capital lmprovement Program Budget to transfer funds from Fund 290 (CDBG) to CIP 7978 (Arovista Park Modernization).
4.F. City Disbursement Registers for May 15 and May 22,2026 The City Council received and filed the City Disbursement Registers for Nilay 15 and May 22,2026
5. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEM
5.A. E-Bike Update
Lieutenant Winger provided an update on e-bike and e-motorcycle trends in the City. He reviewed statics related to education and enforcement, the summer and fall action plan, Orange County District Attorney (OCDA) task force, pending legislation, and future considerations.
Lieutenant Winger responded to Council inquires about violation fines, the process for impounding bikes, reported collisions, calls for service, and school safety requirements.
The City Council discussed increasing fees, implementing speed limits on trails, providing more information to parents, enhancing online resources, and implementing consequences for repeat offenders-
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
6.4. Brea 2050: Focused General Plan Update and Brea Core Specific Plan - General Plan Amendment (GPA) No. 2026-01, Specific Plan (SP) No. 2026-01, Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment (ZOTA) No. 2026-01, Zone Change (ZC) No. 2026-01, and Environmental lmpact Report (ElR) No. 2026-0'1
The City Council approved and authorized staff to submit to Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) the Measure M2 Seven-Year Capital lmprovement Program for Fiscal Years 2026- 27 through 2032-33 to comply with Measure M2 eligibility criteria; and adopted Resolution No. 2026-33 concerning the status and update of the Local Signal Synchronization Plan (LSSP) for the lvleasure M (M2) Program.
Senior Planner Newton provided a presentation and overview of the General Plan update and Zoning implementation. She reviewed the required entitlements, background information, project timeline, community outreach, planning commission recommendations, BREA 2050 documents, General Plan organization, key General Plan highlights, General Plan land use designations, BCSP (Brea Core Specific Plan) organization, BCSP proposed zoning, General Plan amendment, Specific Plan, Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment and zone change, program EIR (Environmental lmpact Report), PEIR (Program Environmental lmpact Report) process and timeline, environmental topics evaluated, and staff recommendations.
Mayor Hupp opened the Public Hearing.
Tom Donini spoke about plan implementation, community engagement, CIP budget, and traffic and public safety impacts.
Seeing no further members of the public wishing to speak, Mayor Hupp closed the Public Hearing.
Assistant City Manager/Community Development Director Killebrew spoke about letters received by Sycamore Development expressing concerns with the General Plan. He indicated that the letters requested more specific policy and goal language beyond the City's jurisdiction and influence, specifically for properties owned by Sycamore Development. He indicated that the City's General Plan already addresses the City's jurisdiction and recommends that the City move forward with the proposed General Plan.
The City Council inquired about CIP policies and goals, developer fees, traffic control measures, and public safety concerns.
City Engineer Chapman provided background information on the 7-Year ClP, 2-year budget cycle, funding measures, and the environmental and entitlement process.
City Engineer Chapman and Assistant City Manager/Community Development Director Killebrew provided an update on the Laurel Elementary School Circulation project and the potential Beckman South Residential project.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Simonoff and seconded by Council Member Stewart to adopt Resolution 2O26-34 to certify a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Program Environmental lmpact Report (ElR) for the Brea 2050: Focused General Plan Update and Brea Core Specific Plan (BCSP), State Clearinghouse No. 2025081123, and adopting Findings of Fact (FOF), a Statement of overriding Considerations (SOC), and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) and; adopt Resolution Nos. 2026-35 and 2O26-36 approving the following entitlements, based on findings and conclusions in the corresponding resolutions:
GPA No. 2026-01, to approve the General Plan policy document; and SP No. 2026-01, to adopt a new specific plan to implement the BCSP; and introduce by title only and waive further readings of ordinances approving the following entitlements, based on findings and conclusions in the corresponding ordinances: Ordinance No. 1274, "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Brea Amending the Brea City Code by adopting Zoning Ordinance Text 6 6.8. Omnibus Code Update - Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment (ZOTA) No. 2026-02 Assistant Planner Bultema provided a presentation and background information on the item. He reviewed the Code update program timeline, proposed ZOTA, and the seven (7) proposed amendments including: replacement housing requirements, ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) and JADU (Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit) updates, residential development standards, driveway and aisle width standards, free-standing signs standards, land use regulations for personal services, and other various updates. He also reviewed noticing requirements, CEQA exempt ons, and staff reco m m en dation s.
Mayor Hupp opened the public hearing. Seeing no members of the public wishing to address the Council, Mayor Hupp closed the public hearing.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Simonoff and seconded by Council Member Vargas to waive full reading and introduce Ordinance No. 1276 titled "An Ordinance of the City of the Brea Amending the Brea City Code by Adopting Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. ZOTA 2026-02 (Omnibus Code Update) and Approving a CEQA Exemption Determination". Motion passed 5-0-0-0 (Ayes: Hupp, Simonoff, Marick, Stewart, Vargas).
6.C. Public Hearing to Consider Levying an Assessment for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance Districts Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Senior Management Analyst Cuevas provided background information on the item and reviewed the noticing requirements and proposed changes for FY 2026-2027.
Mayor Hupp opened the public hearing. Seeing no members of the public wishing to address the City Council, Mayor Hupp closed the public hearing.
Mayor Pro Tem Simonoff noted that the item was discussed during the May 26 Finance Committee meeting. He indicated that members of the public who attended the meeting were in agreement with the District 3 rate increase.
A motion was made by Council Member Stewart and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Simonoff to adopt Resolution Nos. 2026-37 through 2026-43, levying assessments for Fiscal Year 2026-27 after receiving testimony at the Public Hearing on June 2,2026. Motion passed 5-0-0-0 (Ayes:
Hupp, Simonoff, Marick, Stewart, and Vargas).
7. ADMI NISTRATIVE ANNOUNCEMENTS
7 Amendment No. 2026-01 for implementation of the Brea 2050: Focused General Plan Update and the Brea Core Specific Plan;" and Ordinance No. 1275, "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Brea Approving Zone Change No. 2026-01 for implementation of the Brea 2050:
Focused General Plan Update and Brea Core Specific Plan;". Motion passed 5-0-0-0 (Ayes:
Hupp, Simonoff, Marick, Stewart, Vargas).
7.A. City Manager
City Manager Griffith thanked staff for their work on the Brea 2050 General Plan
7.B. City Attorney
None.
7.C. Council Requests
None.
8. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
8.A- Council Announcements
None.
9. ADJOURNMENT
9.A. Meeting Adjournment
Mayor Hupp adjourned the General Session at 8:25 p.m
Respectfully submitted,
na scu, City Clerk
The foregoing minutes are hereby
app roved this 1 day of )une,2026.
Ceci a Hupp, Mayor
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