Roll Call: (The foLLowing members were in ottendonce)
. Cecilia Hupp, lvlayor
. Marty Simonoff, Mayor Pro Tem
. Christine Marick, Council Member
. Blair Stewart, Council Member
. Steven Vargas, Council Member
1. CLOSED SESSION - EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM 3RD FLOOR - TIME 6:00 PM.
1.A. Call to Order/Roll Call
Mayor Hupp called the Closed Session to order at 6:00 p'm. All members were present.
1.B. Public Comment
None.
1.C. Conference with Legal Counsel Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(dX2) - Anticipated Litigation. Significant Exposure to Litigation: 1 potential case. Facts and Circumstances:
Urban Habitat Claim.
1.D. Conference with Legal Counsel Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(dX4) - Anticipated Litigation. lnitiation of Litigation: 1 potential case.
1.E. Conference with Legal Counsel Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) - Anticipated Litigation. Significant Exposure to Litigation: 1 potential case. Facts and Circumstances:
Cease and Desist Demand Letter from Brea4All / Shute, Mihaly & Weinberger LLP.
1.F. Conference with Legal Counsel Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(dX1) - Existing Litigation. Name of Case: City of Brea v. Schwarze lndustries (Case No. 30-2024-0'1437243-CU-BC- cJc).
Mayor Hupp adjourned the Closed Session at 6:18 p.m.
2. STUDY SESSION . EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM 3RD FLOOR. TIME 515 P.M.
Minutes for the City Council Regular Meeting
1 Civic Center Circle, Brea, California 92821
)ulY 21, 2026
2.A. Call to Order/Roll Call
1 2.B. Public Comment
None.
2.C. Clarify Regular Meeting Topics
None.
2.D. Designate Voting Delegate and Alternate for the League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo, September 23-25,2026
The City Council appointed Mayor Hupp as the Voting Delegate and Mayor Pro Tem Simonoff as the Alternate for the League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo, September 23-25, 2026.
Council Member Vargas inquired about RWG's monthly rates, past lease agreement letters, potential violations of redevelopment law, travel charges, ja nitorial services, and the revised 30-day termination notice term.
Sonia provided background information on the previous amended agreements and recommended that the City Council enter into a separate contract for legal services and a separate contract for the lease agreement for office space.
Council Member Vargas proposed approving the contract as presented and pursuing reimbursement for unauthorized travel expenses.
Sonia advised the City Council against pursuing litigation for travel expense reimbursement. lnstead, she suggested that the City Council enter into a new legal services agreement that aligns with best practices and market rates.
The City Council continued discussing redevelopment law and legal advice regarding billing issues.
The City Council concurred to transmit the agreements to RWG for review and bring the agreements for consideration at the August 18 City Council meeting.
Sonia provided information on legal rates and potential cost savings. 2 Mayor Hupp called the Study Session to order at 6:20 p.m. All members were present.
2.E. City Attorney Contract and Lease Agreement Discussion City Manager Griffith introduced the item, provided background information, outlined the timeline of approval, and introduced Sonia Rubio from Best Best & Krieger (BBK) law firm.
Sonia provided an overview of the previous and proposed agreements, discussed previous letters and memorandums related to compensation, and addressed concerns regarding travel expenses.
2.F. Council Member Reports/Requests
None.
2.G. Study Session Adjournment
Mayor Hupp adjourned the Study Session at 6:43 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. All members were present.
3.B. Pledge of Allegiance
Assistant City Manager/Community Development Director Killebrew led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.C. lnvocation: Pastor Rick Darden, Friends Community Church Pastor Rick Darden, Friends Community Church, led the invocation.
3.D. Proclamation: Parks Make Life Better Month
Mayor Hupp presented Day Camp Senior Leader Chase Kittleson, Lifeguard/lnstructor Cohen Senkbile, and Sports Senior Leader Nick Tosta with a Proclamation recognizing July as Parks Make Life Better month in the City of Brea.
3.E. Report - Prior StudY Session
City Manager Griffith provided a report on the prior Study Session.
3.F. Community Announcements
Council Member Stewart announced that the 2026 Fall Brea Line Newsletter is now available for viewing on the City's website.
Mayor Pro Tem Simonoff invited the community to attend the Concerts in Park series, which will be held every Wednesday night until August 5th. He announced that Soul3Sixty will be the next featured band, performing at City Hall Park starting at 6:30 p.m. He indicated that there will be food and drink items available for purchase. For additional information, please visit the City website.
Council Member Marick invited the community to attend the annual Brea Fest event on Friday, August 7th, at the Brea Civic & Cultural Center at 6:30 p.m. She indicated that admission is free and 3 taste tickets will be available for purchase on the day of the event. For additional information, please visit the City website.
Mayor Hupp announced the launch of a limited-term, pilot Short-Term Rental program. She indicated that interested property owners can submit a short-term rental license application until Friday, July 31st. Applicants must complete a home inspection, provide proof of insurance, and hold a valid business license. For additional information, please visit the City website.
3.G. Community Development/Pu blic Works Update
Assistant City Manager/Community Development Director Killebrew provided an update on a new entitlement application received for 915 lmperial Highway. He announced that Benihana will occupy the ground level of the former Buffalo Wild Wings, while a new proposal was received for a STK rooftop restaurant on the upper level of the former Buffalo Wild Wings. He provided a construction update on the Greenbriar residential development and the 424 Berry warehouse development. He also announced that Boot Barn and Din Tai Fung are expected to open later this month.
Public works Director Ho provided an update on current slurry seal projects and encouraged residents to contact the Public Works department if they have any areas they would like the city to add ress.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Simonoff and seconded by Council Member Stewart to approve Consent Calendar items 4A - 4K. Motion passed 5-0-0-0 (Ayes: Hupp, Simonoff, Marick, Stewart, Vargas).
4.A, )uly 7, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
The City Council approved the July 7, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes.
4.B. Office Lease between the City of Brea and the Brea-Olinda Unified School District The City Council approved a one-year office lease with the Brea-Olinda Unified School District, with an optional eleven-month extension term; and authorized the City Manager to approve non- substantive changes, as well as amend and extend the term of the Office Lease, for up to eleven months.
4 3.H. Public Comment - Agenda ltems
None.
3.1. Response to Public lnquiries
None.
4.C. City Manager Employment Agreement Amendment
4.D. Amend Cooperation Agreement with County of Orange for Continued Participation in the Community Development Block Grant Program for Fiscal Years 2027-2028,2028-2029 and 2029- 2030
The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-55 approving Amendment Seven to the County of Orange Cooperation Agreement for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for fiscal years 2027-2028,2028-2029, and 2029-2030; and authorized the City Manager, on behalf of the City Council, to execute all documents and forthcoming amendments to the County of Orange Cooperation Agreement for the Urban County Program.
4.E. Increase of Campaign Contribution Limit
The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-56 increasing the campaign contribution limit for elective city offices to $5,900 per person, which is the same amount as the State's current default campaign contribution limit for loca I j u risd ictions.
4.F. SB 1205 State Mandated lnspection Annual Report
The City Council approved the report as presented and adopted Resolution No. 2026-57, accepting the 2025 California State Fire Marshal mandated inspection report.
4.G. Award RFP No. 2026.06.02.01 - Emergency Basic Life Support Ambulance Surge Services The City Council approved an agreement with Emergency Ambulance Services, lnc. to provide backup Emergency Basic Life Support ("BLS") ambulance services; and authorized the City Manager to approve any extension option(s).
4.H. lnspectionReportsOn line.net (IROL) Contract for Services The City Council approved the software as a Service Agreement between the City of Brea and lnspection ReportsOnline.net (IROL), lnc. for a three-year initial term, with the option to renew for up to five (5) successive one-year terms; and authorized the City Manager, or designee, to execute the Agreement and any related documents necessary to implement it, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
4.1. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Brea and the Brea Fire Association and Approval of Side Letter Agreement Between the City of Brea and the Brea Police Association.
5 The City Council approved Amendment No. 1 to the Employment Agreement with City Manager Kristin Griffith and authorized the Mayor to execute the amendment.
The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-58 approving a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Brea Fire Association (BFA); and adopted Resolution No. 2026-59 approving the MOU Side Letter Agreement between the City of Brea and the Brea Police Association (BPA).
4.J. Monthly Report of lnvestments for the City of Brea for Period Ended June 30, 2026 The City Council received and filed the Monthly Report of lnvestments for the City of Brea for Period ended June 30, 2026.
4.K. June Outgoing Payment Log and City Disbursement Registers for June 12, June 19, June 26, July 3, and luly 10,2026
The City Council received and filed the June Outgoing Payment Log and City Disbursement Registers forJune 12, June 19, June 26, )uly 3, and July 10,2026.
5. CITY/SUCCESSOR AGENCY - CONSENT
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Simonoff and seconded by Council Member Stewart to approve the CitylSuccessor Agency Consent item 5A. Motion passed 5-0-0-0 (Ayes: Hupp, Simonoff, Marick, Stewart, Vargas).
5.A. Monthly Report of lnvestments for the Successor Agency to the Brea Redevelopment Agency for Period Ended June 30,2026
The City Council, as the Successor Agency, received and filed the Monthly Report of lnvestments for the Successor Agency to the Brea Redevelopment Agency for period ended June 30, 2026.
6. PUBLIC COMMENT - NON-AGENDA ITEMS
6.A. Public Comment - Non-Agenda ltems
Jean Chung spoke about the Costco development and the lack of community input received.
Andrea Strom spoke about the Costco development and emphasized the need for an open forum meeting with the City Council.
Gail Nitta expressed concerns about the potential traffic impacts of the Costco development. She also invited the community to attend the annual Olli Open House event on August 8th at Cal State Fullerton College.
Michael Burns spoke in support of the Costco development. 6 Linda Criner expressed concerns about the quality of life, traffic impacts, and tax sharing agreement associated with the Costco development. 5he also spoke about unanswered questions and the lack of transparency.
Nancy Clifton-Hawkins spoke about the lack of community engagement regarding the Costco Development and lack of transparency.
Craig Farris spoke in support of the Costco Development and encouraged residents to communicate with the City and Developer.
Keith Fullington requested additional special events in the Brea Downtown area, suggested renaming the Brea Mall, and spoke in support of the Costco Development Dwight Manley spoke about the costco development, the tax sharing agreement, community outreach, the importance of change, and Senior Center contributions.
7. ADMINISTRATIVE ANNOUNCEMENTS
7.A. City Manager
None.
7.8. Ciry Attorney
None
7.C. Council Requests
The City Council discussed the placement of stanchions inside the Council Chamber.
Council Member Vargas spoke about the Richards, Watson & Gershon (RWG) contract, lease agreement, and travel expenses.
8. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
8.A. Council Announcements
None
9. ADJOURNMENT
9.A. Meeting Adjournment
Mayor Hupp adjourned the General Session at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,The foregoing minutes are hereby ap proved thi
7 ictoria Popescu,City Clerk Ceci ta Hupp, Mayor
ay of August, 2026