1 CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY MINUTES
December 9, 2025, 7:00 p.m.
A. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
Mayor Meyer called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
Roll Call found the following members present: Mendoza, Oerlemans, and Mayor Meyer.
Council Member Maloney and Vice Mayor Pierson participated remotely via Zoom under the provisions of Government Code § 54953 (f).
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Meyer led the Pledge of Allegiance.
C. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor Meyer opened public comments.
Danny Dohrmann, Becky Ramirez Alcantar, Rudy Ramirez, Frances, Paul Ramirez, Rich Ramirez, Rudy Ramirez, Frank Sterling, Maria Dominguez, provided comments regarding the Brentwood Police Department's interaction with Yolanda Ramirez on September 26, 2025.
Owen Spishock, Chair, and Rojan Habon, Treasurer, of the Youth Commission provided an update on events recently attended as well as upcoming events the Youth Commission will be hosting.
Dana Eaton, Co-President of the Brentwood Regional Community Chest extended his appreciation to the Council and City Staff for their participation in the December 5th Food Drive and upcoming Toy Drive.
Adam Martinez, President of Brentwood Chamber of Commerce, provided comments in recognition of Assistant City Manager, Darin Gale's service with the City of Brentwood.
Jessica Cisneros shared upcoming community events being hosted by Assemblymember Anamarie Ávila Farías' office.
There being no additional speakers, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.
The City Council recessed at 7:32 p.m. and reconvened in Open Session at 7:39 p.m.
2 D. PRESENTATIONS
D.1 California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM) Grant Program Update
Lindsay Pinell, Recreation Supervisor, and Allison Liu, Contra Costa Health Plan Quality Manager, presented an update on the CalAIM Grant Program.
D.2 Pavement Management Program Update
Vatsal Patel, Engineering Manager, presented an update on the Pavement Management Program.
E. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS, COMMITTEES,
LIAISONS, AND STAFF
Council Member Oerlemans reported on attendance at: Police Activities League Tamale Fest; Thanksgiving Breakfast for on duty Brentwood First Responders; Swearing In for Officers Tidwell and Beltran; and the Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Event in downtown Brentwood.
Council Member Mendoza reported on attendance at: the Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Event in downtown Brentwood; Tree Lighting at Streets of Brentwood; Working Wonders Fundraiser; and the Brentwood Food Drive Event.
Vice Mayor Pierson reported on attendance at: Turkey Drives with Assemblymember Anamarie Avila Farias and also with Rock Church; Oakley on Ice; Tree Lighting at Streets of Brentwood; Green Empowerment Zone meeting; the Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Event in downtown Brentwood; and the Military/Veteran Banner Program.
Council Member Maloney reported on attendance at: meeting with Liberty Union High School District Superintendent Denise Rugani regarding the Youth Summit; prepared a Social Ordinance outline; co-authored a Communication Policy with Vice Mayor Pierson; continued contact with the Highland/Alder Creek community; visited Brentwood businesses off of Lone Tree Way and Sand Creek Road; spoke with staff from Supervisor Diane Burgis' office regarding Fire Station 90 the upcoming Youth Center and the East County Service Center; met with PG&E Governmental Affairs Representative, Bielle Moore; served as key-note speaker for Soroptimist S Club; and attended the Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Event in downtown Brentwood.
Mayor Meyer reported on attendance at: the Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Event in downtown Brentwood; Health Care Literacy Council Launch at Kaiser; Age and Disabilities Friendly Communities meeting; Contra Costa Health Webinar on Behavioral Health; Accessible Transportation Town Hall with Assemblywoman Lori Wilson; and the regional Delta Six meeting. 3 F. CONSENT CALENDAR
Council Member Maloney requested to add Soroptimist International Foundation Day, annually recognized on December 10th, to the approved list of Proclamations for 2026.
Council Member Mendoza requested to pull item F.7 for discussion.
Moved by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Seconded by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
The Council, by motion, moved to adopt the Consent Calendar as recommended by staff, with the inclusion of Soroptimist International Foundation Day to Item F.5.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
F.1 Proclamation recognizing October 19-25, 2025 as National Friends of Libraries Week
By Proclamation, recognized October 19-25, 2025 as National Friends of Libraries Week.
F.2 Proclamation recognizing December 2025 as National Giving Month By Proclamation, recognized December 2025 as National Giving Month.
F.3 Proclamation recognizing January 2026 as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
By Proclamation, recognized January 2026 as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month.
F.4 Proclamation recognizing January 9, 2026 as National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
By Proclamation, recognized January 9, 2026 as National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.
F.5 Consideration of the proposed list of Proclamations for 2026 Approved the proposed list of Proclamations for 2026, including the addition of Soroptimist International Foundation Day, annually recognized on December 10th.
F.6 Meeting Minutes of the City Council
Approved meeting minutes of the City Council / Successor Agency Meeting Minutes of July 23, 2024, December 10, 2024, January 14, 4 2025; November 12, 2025, and the Special City Council Meeting of November 12, 2025.
F.7 Combined Community Facilities District (CFD) Annual Report for Special Taxes Levied for Fiscal Year 2024/25
Received the Combined Community Facilities District (CFD) Annual Report for Special Taxes Levied for Fiscal Year 2024/25, which ensures compliance and requires an annual report be filed with the Legislative body for voter approved special taxes.
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F.8 Supplement to the Annual Report on the Low and Moderate Income Housing Fund for Fiscal Year 2024/25
Received the Supplement to the Annual Report on the Low and Moderate Income Housing Fund for Fiscal Year 2024/25, which ensures compliance with requirements for Housing Successors included in Senate Bill 341 (SB 341). This report will be submitted to and filed with the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) as an addendum to the Annual Progress Report that will be prepared in Spring 2026.
F.9 2024/25 Development Impact Fee Report
Received the Development Impact Fee Report for Fiscal Year 2024/25, which ensures compliance with California Government Code Sections 66006(b) and 66001(d), and requires an annual report providing specific information about those fees be prepared and made available to the public.
F.10 An amendment to extend the term of the professional services agreement with De Novo Planning Group for the Focused Zoning Ordinance Update and Objective Design Standards
Adopted Resolution 2025-114 amending the professional services agreement with De Novo Planning Group for the Focused Zoning Ordinance Update and Objective Design Standards to extend the term from the initial two years to “until services are complete.” F.11 Notice of Completion for work performed by MARC Builders LLC dba MARC Engineering for the Fields of Time project under the Public Art Spaces Project, CIP Project No. 337-37244
Adopted Resolution 2025-115 accepting the work performed by MARC Builders LLC, dba MARC Engineering (“MARC Engineering”), for the installation of the Fields of Time art project under the Public Art Spaces Project CIP No. 337-37244 (“Project”), and requesting the City Clerk file a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder. 5 F.12 Accept the Parkside Villas, Subdivision No. 8982, in-tract public improvements for maintenance and take associated actions Adopted Resolution 2025-116 accepting the in-tract public improvements for Parkside Villas for maintenance; accepting the Maintenance Bond; releasing the Improvement Securities and requesting that the City Clerk file this Resolution with the Recorder of Contra Costa County for these improvements, constructed as a part of Parkside Villas, Subdivision No. 8982, at Old Sand Creek Road.
F.13 Accept the Brentwood Country Club Phase I and II, Subdivision No. 9486 & 9360, in-tract public improvements for maintenance and take associated actions
Adopted Resolution 2025-117 accepting the in-tract public improvements for Brentwood Country Club Phase I and II for maintenance; accepting the Maintenance Bond; releasing the Improvement Securities and requesting that the City Clerk file this Resolution with the Recorder of Contra Costa County for these improvements, constructed as a part of Brentwood Country Club Phase I and II, Subdivision No. 9486 & 9460, south of Balfour Road and between State Route 4 and Summerset Drive.
F.14 Informational Report on Final Map of Subdivision No. 9435, Inez Estates, developed by Cyrus Land Investments, LLC
Received for filing, an Informational Report on the City Manager’s approval of the Final Map for Subdivision No. 9435, Inez Estates, developed by Cyrus Land Investments, LLC., located at 7281 Lone Tree Way (018-080-022).
F.15 Addendum to the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion – Phase II Project
Adopted Resolution 2025-118 approving the Addendum to the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Wastewater Treatment Plant – Phase II Expansion Project, CIP Project No. 592-59140.
G. PUBLIC HEARINGS
G.1 Waive Second Reading and Adopt an Ordinance Amending Title 15 (Building and Construction) Chapters 15.04 and 15.06 of the Brentwood Municipal Code
Alexis Morris, Director of Community Development, presented the item.
Mayor Meyer opened the public hearing.
There being no one wishing to speak, Council Member Mendoza moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Council Member Oerlemans. 6 The motion to close the public hearing carried unanimously, by roll call vote, with Council Member Maloney, Council Member Mendoza, Vice Mayor Pierson, Council Member Oerlemans and Mayor Meyer in favor.
Amanda McVey, City Clerk, read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
Moved by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
Seconded by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Waived the second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 1090, Adopting by Reference Portions of the 2025 Edition of the California Code of Regulations Title 24 (California Building Standards Code) with Local Amendments, Amending Chapter 15.04 and Amending and Adding to Chapter 15.06 of the Brentwood Municipal Code, and Making the Required Findings of Local Climatic, Geological, and Topographical Conditions.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
G.2 Introduce and Waive First Reading of an Ordinance of the City of Brentwood Repealing and Replacing Chapter 17.725 of the City of Brentwood Municipal Code Relating to the Affordable Housing Program Alexis Morris, Director of Community Development, presented the item.
Mayor Meyer opened the public hearing.
There being no one wishing to speak, Council Member Mendoza moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Council Member Oerlemans.
The motion to close the public hearing carried unanimously, by roll call vote, with Council Member Maloney, Council Member Mendoza, Vice Mayor Pierson, Council Member Oerlemans and Mayor Meyer in favor.
Amanda McVey, City Clerk, read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
Moved by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Seconded by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
Introduced and waived the first reading of an Ordinance 1091 of the City of Brentwood repealing and replacing Chapter 17.725 of the City of Brentwood Municipal Code Relating to the Affordable Housing Program to include the added amendment, "Continue to offer all 7 concessions and incentives available to qualifying residential developments under applicable state and local laws." shown as item number five under section 17.725.001 Title and purpose of provisions.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H. BUSINESS ITEMS
H.1 City Council Committees and Committee Assignments
Mayor Meyer continued this item to a future meeting.
H.2 Adopt the Side Letter between the City of Brentwood and the Brentwood Police Officers’ Association
Teresa Fairbanks, Human Resources Manager, presented the item.
Mayor Meyer opened public comments.
There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.
Moved by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
Seconded by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Adopted Resolution 2025-119 and Side Letter between the City of Brentwood and the Brentwood Police Officers’ Association to update the Holiday language in the Brentwood Police Officers’ Association 2021-2024 and 2024-2027 Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) to clearly identify the City’s official list of recognized holidays. The proposed action clarified the Holiday Pay language to ensure that it is reportable as special compensation to CalPERS pursuant to the Public Employees’ Retirement Law (PERL), Government Code, California Code of Regulations (CCR), and CalPERS regulations.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H.3 Adopt a Resolution approving the First Amendment to the June 11, 2024 City Attorney Employment Agreement between the City of Brentwood and Katherine Wisinski
8 Teresa Fairbanks, Human Resources Manager, presented the item.
Mayor Meyer opened public comments.
There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.
Moved by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
Seconded by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Adopted Resolution 2025-120 approving the First Amendment to the June 11, 2024 City Attorney Employment Agreement between the City of Brentwood and Katherine Wisinski.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H.4 Independent Auditors’ Reports and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2024/25; and Report on the Financial Awards received by the City
Sonia Agostini, Accounting Manager and Amy Meyer, CPA/Partner at Maze & Associates, presented the item.
Mayor Meyer opened public comments.
There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.
The Council received the Independent Auditors’ Reports and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for Fiscal Year 2024/25, along with the report on Financial Awards received by the City.
H.5 Amendment No. 5 to Contract for Landscape Maintenance Services with Terracare Associates
Harith Aleem, Director of Parks & Recreation, presented the item.
Mayor Meyer opened public comments.
There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.
The Council recessed at 9:16 p.m. and reconvened at 9:27 p.m.
Moved by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Seconded by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
9 Adopted Resolution 2025-121 approving and authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute Amendment No. 5 to the Contract for Landscape Maintenance Services with Terracare Associates for a twoyear term from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027, in the amount of $9,879,251.31, plus funding authorization of 15% for additional work in the amount of $1,481,887.70, for a total authorized not to exceed contract amount of $33,925,996.99 (for the 7-year contract term that began in January of 2021), and authorize the City Manager or designee to approve necessary documents for the additional work, if appropriate.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H.6 Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion Cost Update and SB 1383 Compliance Alternatives Discussion
Casey Wichert, Director of Public Works, presented the item.
Mayor Meyer opened public comments.
There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.
The Council received an update discussing the cost increases associated with the Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion – Phase II project (“Project”), and discussed SB 1383 compliance options related to wastewater biosolids.
H.7 Increase the funding authorization with Overaa & Company; TW Associates LLC, dba MISCOwater LLC; and Water Works Engineers, LLC, for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion – Phase II Casey Wichert, Director of Public Works, presented the item.
Mayor Meyer opened public comments.
There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.
Moved by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Seconded by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
Adopted 1) Resolution 2025-122 approving an increase in funding authorization with C. Overaa & Company (“Overaa”) in the amount of $1,500,000; 2) Resolution 2025-123 approving an increase in funding authorization with TW Associates LLC, dba MISCOwater LLC 10 (“MISCOwater”) in the amount of $2,500,000; 3) Resolution 2025-124 approving an increase in funding authorization with Water Works Engineers, LLC (“Water Works”) in the amount of $650,000, for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion – Phase II, CIP Project No. 592-59140 (“Project”); and authorized the City Manager or designee to execute necessary documents to effectuate these actions.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H.8 Consider a Request from Mayor Meyer and Council Member Mendoza for Allocation of Economic Development Grant Funds and staff time for a 2026 Winter Market or similar project
Mayor Meyer and Council Member Mendoza presented the item.
Mayor Meyer opened public comments.
There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.
Moved by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Seconded by: Susannah Meyer, Mayor
The Council, by motion, moved to direct staff to:
1. Develop a proposal for funding, planning, and implementing a Winter Market during November and December 2026 using
current and future Economic Development Grant funds.
2. Establish a Winter Market Planning Ad-Hoc Committee
including Council Member Maloney, Council Member Mendoza.
3. Include local businesses and business organizations in the process of recruiting and selecting market vendors.
4. Develop a marketing and outreach plan designed to drive regional tourism from the Bay Area.
5. Return to the Council with a proposed budget, timeline, and partnership plan for approval.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
11 H.9 Consider a request from Vice Mayor Pierson and Council Member Mendoza Concerning the Affordable Housing Program
Vice Mayor Pierson and Council Member Mendoza presented the item.
Mayor Meyer opened public comments.
There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.
Moved by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
Seconded by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
The Council, by motion, moved to direct staff to spend time and resources on:
1. a comprehensive review of the administration of the Affordable Housing Program to ensure the program aligns with the
Council's intent - specifically focusing on the program's goals, buyer notification, and the selection process; and
2. a comprehensive review of the Affordable Housing Program section of the City's Municipal Code - specifically ensuring that definitions are current and inclusive ensuring the City is providing equitable access to housing regardless of race, ethnicity, disability, gender, age, and immigration status; and
3. a comprehensive review of the Affordable Housing Program section of the City's Municipal Code - specifically relating to exemptions for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and ADU
clusters.
The Council directed staff to have Item 1 brought back before the Council during the 1st Quarter of 2026 and Items 2 and 3 to be brought back before Council during the 2nd Quarter of 2026.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
I. REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - NEW REQUEST(S)
Mayor Meyer requested a future presentation on the impacts of SB707.
J. ADJOURNMENT
Prior to adjourning, Mayor Meyer presented a Certificate of Recognition to Darin E. Gale for his service as Assistant City Manager from January 2022 to December 2025.
12 Moved by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
Seconded by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
The Council, by motion, moved to adjourn at 10:39 p.m. in honor of the passing of Brentwood community leader, Rod Linn and former Brentwood City Manager, Jon Elam.
Roll Call Vote:
Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)