Buena Park City Council
July 14, 2026

Section 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this 14th day of July 2026, by the following called vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS:

___________________________________
Mayor

ATTEST:

_______________________________
City Clerk

I, Adria M. Vicuña, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Buena Park, California, hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly and regularly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Buena Park, held this 14th day of July 2026.

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City Clerk

RESOLUTION NO. _________

APPENDIX "A"

DESIGNATED EMPLOYEES DISCLOSURE CATEGORIES
(See Appendix "B" for Description)

CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
Assistant City Manager 1
Visit Buena Park Director 2
Marketing Specialist 2
Senior Management Analyst 2

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
Director of Government and Community Relations/City Clerk 2, 4 Assistant City Clerk 2, 4

COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Director of Community and Economic Development 2, 3, 4
Planning Manager 2, 3, 4
Building and Safety Manager (Bldg. Official) 2, 3, 4
Code Enforcement Supervisor 2, 3, 4
Senior Planner 2, 3, 4
Associate Planner 2, 3, 4
Code Enforcement Officer 2, 3, 4
Senior Code Enforcement Officer 2, 3, 4
Building Inspector 2, 3, 4
Senior Building Inspector/Plan Checker 2, 3, 4
Assistant Planner 2, 3, 4
Associate Plan Check Engineer 2, 3, 4
Senior Plan Check Engineer 2, 3, 4
Housing Specialist 2, 4
Housing and CDBG Analyst 2, 4
Management Analyst 2, 4
Senior Management Analyst 2, 3, 4
Sustainability Manager 2, 3, 4

FINANCE DEPARTMENT
Finance Manager 2, 3

INTERNAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Director of Human Resources/Risk Management 2
Purchasing Manager 2
Buyer 2
Senior Human Resources Analyst 2
Human Resources Analyst 2
Human Resources Manager 2

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RESOLUTION NO. _________

APPENDIX "A" (continued)

DESIGNATED EMPLOYEES DISCLOSURE CATEGORIES
(See Appendix "B" for Description)

POLICE DEPARTMENT
Police Chief 2, 3
Police Captain 2, 3
Police Lieutenant 2, 3
Information Technology Supervisor 2

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Director of Public Works/City Engineer 2, 3, 4
Assistant City Engineer 2, 3, 4
Associate Engineer 2, 3, 4
Senior Management Analyst 2, 3, 4
Facilities and Parks Maintenance Superintendent 2
Facilities Maintenance Supervisor 2
Street Maintenance Superintendent 2
Fleet Maintenance SupervisorSuperintendent 2
Sewer Services SupervisorSuperintendent 2
Water Services SuperintendentManager 2
Principal Engineer 2, 3, 4
Public Works Inspector 2, 3, 4
Senior Public Works Inspector 2, 3, 4
Public Works Manager 2, 3, 4

COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Director of Community Services 2, 3
Community Services Supervisor 2, 3
Homeless Outreach Supervisor 2, 3

CITY COMMISSIONS
Community Services Commission 2, 3
Cultural Engagement Commission 2, 3

NOTE: City Council, City Manager, City Attorney, Director of Finance/City Treasurer, and Planning Commissioners are required to submit disclosure statements pursuant to state law (California Government Code Sections 87200, et. seq.)

With respect to consultants, the City Manager shall determine in writing if a particular consultant performs a range of duties requiring disclosure hereunder. That determination shall include a description of the consultant's duties and a statement of the extent of disclosures requirements. A copy of that determination shall be filed with the City Clerk and a copy forwarded to the City Council.

RESOLUTION NO. _________

APPENDIX "B"

DISCLOSURE CATEGORY 1 (full disclosure - broad and indefinable duties)

Persons in this category shall disclose all interests in real property within the jurisdiction, including property located within a two-mile radius of any property owned or used by the agency.

Persons in this category shall also disclose all investments, business positions, and income from sources doing business in the jurisdiction.

DISCLOSURE CATEGORY 2 (disclosure relating to services and supplies associated with job assignment only)

Persons in this category shall disclose all investments, business positions, and sources of income of the type which:

Provide services, supplies, materials, machinery or equipment of the type associated with the job assignment and utilized by the City.

DISCLOSURE CATEGORY 3 (disclosure for those approving, issuing, or regulating permits or licenses)

Persons in this category shall disclose all investments, business positions, and sources of income of the type which:

Are subject to the regulatory, permit, or licensing authority of the agency.

DISCLOSURE CATEGORY 4 (disclosure for those who make decisions affecting real property interests)

Persons in this category shall disclose all interests in real property within the jurisdiction, including property located within a two-mile radius of any property owned or used by the agency.

Persons in this category shall also disclose all investments, business positions, and sources of income of the type which:

Engage in land development, construction, or the acquisition or sale of real property.

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July 14, 2026

CONSENT CALENDAR
Item No. 4F.

City Council Agenda Report
APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY COUNCIL'S LANGUAGE ACCESS POLICY NO. 45

PREPARED BY PRESENTED BY
Adria M. Vicuna, Director of Government and
Community Relations/City Clerk
Adria M. Vicuna, Director of Government and
Community Relations/City Clerk

DEPARTMENT HEAD APPROVAL CITY MANAGER APPROVAL
Adria M. Vicuna, Director of Government and
Community Relations/City Clerk Aaron France, City Manager

RECOMMENDED ACTION
1) Approve amendments to the City Council's Language Access Policy No. 45.

PREVIOUS CITY COUNCIL ACTION
The City Council approved a Language Access Policy at the City Council Meeting of October 8, 2019.

DISCUSSION
The City adopted its Language Access Policy No. 45 to promote equitable access to City programs, services, and public participation opportunities for residents with limited English proficiency. Since adoption in 2019, the City has provided translated materials, interpretation services, and multilingual communications based on needs and available resources.

In 2025, the California Legislature enacted SB 707, which modernizes portions of the Brown Act by expanding public meeting accessibility through enhanced remote participation and language access requirements. Among other provisions, SB 707 requires eligible legislative bodies to:

Translate meeting agendas into all "applicable languages" identified using American Community Survey data or another equally reliable data source, subject to statutory thresholds; Include translated instructions for accessing meetings remotely and participating in public comment; Provide translated meeting access webpages linked prominently from the agency's homepage; Allow the use of digital translation services to satisfy translation requirements; and Maintain publicly accessible locations where translated agendas may be posted and where additional community translations may be displayed.

The proposed amendments align the City's Language Access Policy with the statutory requirements established by SB 707 while preserving flexibility for future administrative implementation.

The proposed amendments support the City's ongoing commitment to equitable public participation while ensuring compliance with current state law.

For reference, attached is the current policy and the draft proposed policy.

BUDGET IMPACT
There is no budget impact with the approval of the amended policy.

Attachments
Policy No 45 Language Access Policy.pdf
Policy No 45 Language Access - Draft Amendments.pdf
No: 45

CITY COUNCIL POLICY STATEMENT

RESPONSIBLE DEPARTMENT: CITY CLERK

CONTACT PERSON: CITY CLERK

SUBJECT: LANGUAGE ACCESS POLICY

The City serves a number of limited English-proficient residents, businesses, and visitors.

According to the 2020 Census, approximately 50% of Buena Park residents speak another language other than English. This policy provides guidelines for City employees that interact with the public on behalf of the City to ensure equal access to City services, information, and programs regardless of their English proficiency.

The City will make reasonable efforts to notify the public about its limited English proficiency policies for department programs and services and how to access language assistance services. This policy is not intended to supersede or alter other rules and legal standards relating to translation obligations.

Recognized Languages in Buena Park
English*
Spanish*
Korean*
Tagalog*

*Languages spoken at home by more than
5% of the Buena Park population.
(U.S. Census Bureau, 2020)

BILINGUAL STAFFING

All public contact positions shall have access to a directory of qualified bilingual staff. The Human Resources / Risk Management Department maintains a current list of staff who have been certified as fluent (oral) in languages other than English.

Departments shall share employee translation and interpretation services across departments, as needed.

Departments shall post notices in public areas of City facilities indicating language assistance is available. The notices shall be posted prominently and shall be readily visible to the public.

Policy Statement No. 45

Language Access Policy

Date of Council Meeting Approval: October 8, 2019

TRANSLATION OF MATERIALS

The City Clerk, or her/his designee, shall procure translation services, in accordance with the City’s Contract Procurement policies, for the purpose of translating written materials for City departments and/or providing translations for public meetings as needed.

The City Clerk will track the use of interpreter services through invoicing of vendors and other records associated with translation services.

The City Clerk will prioritize which written communications should be translated. Priority depends upon the importance of the program, information, or service involved as determined by the authoring department. Departments should consult with the City Clerk when deciding whether to translate certain types of documents. The City’s written communication that may be translated includes, but is not limited to:

 Notices related to health and safety concerns
 Administrative complaints, release, or waiver forms
 Claims or application forms
 Letters of findings
 Public outreach or educational materials
 Letters or notices pertaining to statutes of limitations, referrals to other agencies, a decision to decline to investigate a case or matter, or closure of an investigation, case or matter
 Written notices of rights, denial, loss, or decreases in benefits or services, administrative or other hearings
 Forms or written material related to individual rights  Notices of community meetings or other sensitive community outreach  Notices regarding the availability of language assistance services provided at no cost to limited English proficiency customers
 Certain consent orders, decrees, memoranda of agreement, or other types of pleadings or litigation materials, within the discretion of the department

PUBLIC MEETINGS AND HEARINGS

City departments and City Commissions and City Committees shall not be required to translate meeting notices, agendas, or minutes. City Council and Commission and Committee meeting agendas shall include a standardize statement, in the languages designated in this policy, that the agenda or specific items of interests are available for translation upon request.

Oral interpretation of any matter of business on the agenda shall be requested to the City Clerk at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the meeting or hearing. Residents or customers requiring translation services during Oral Communications are encouraged to use or bring their own interpreters to City meetings or hearings. During City Council and Commission and Committee Meetings, twice the allotted time shall be allowed to members of the public who utilize a translator, in accordance with CA Government Code Section 54954.3.

Policy Statement No. 45

Language Access Policy

Date of Council Meeting Approval: October 8, 2019

WEBSITE

The City’s website shall contain a written notice regarding translation of material. The City shall ensure that the City’s website (www.buenapark.com) has a translate feature available to ensure that web content can be translated, at a minimum, to the recognized languages identified in this policy.

No: 45

CITY COUNCIL POLICY STATEMENT

RESPONSIBLE DEPARTMENT: CITY CLERK

CONTACT PERSON: CITY CLERK

SUBJECT: LANGUAGE ACCESS POLICY

The City serves a diverse population of residents, businesses, and visitors with limited English proficiency. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, a significant portion of Buena Park residents speak a language other than English. This policy ensures meaningful access to City services, programs, activities, public information, and participation in local government for individuals with limited English proficiency, consistent with applicable federal and state laws while providing guidelines for City employees that interact with the public on behalf of the City.

The City shall make reasonable efforts to notify the public about the availability of language assistance services and how to access those services. This policy is intended to supplement and not supersede legal standards relating to language access, accessibility or public participation.

For purposes of City language access planning, the City recognizes the following languages based on the most recent available American Community Survey (ACS) data published by the U.S. Census Bureau, which demonstrates use by five percent (5%) or more of residents who speak the language at home.

 English
 Spanish
 Korean
 Tagalog

The City Clerk shall periodically review demographic data, including the American Community Survey, and may recommend updates to the list of recognized languages as warranted.

TRANSLATION AND INTERPRETATION SERVICES

The City shall utilize qualified City staff to provide translation and interpretation services. The Human Resources Department shall maintain a current list of employees who have successfully completed the City's language proficiency process and are authorized to provide oral interpretation and/or written translation services.

Policy Statement No. 45

Language Access Policy

Date of Council Meeting Approval: October 8, 2019

Departments shall make reasonable efforts to use certified bilingual staff resources before procuring outside translation or interpretation services. Departments are encouraged to coordinate and share certified bilingual staff resources across departments.

When qualified City staff are unavailable, when workload demands exceed available staff resources, or when the nature of the communication requires specialized, technical, legal, or independent translation or interpretation services, the City Clerk, or designee, may procure translation and interpretation services in accordance with the City's purchasing and procurement procedures.

The City Clerk shall maintain records regarding the use of contracted translation and interpretation services and may establish procedures for tracking requests, expenditures, and utilization of language assistance services.

Departments are required to post notices in public areas of City facilities and front counters informing members of the public that language assistance services are available. The notices shall be posted prominently and readily visible to the public.

The City Clerk shall evaluate documents and communications for translation based on factors including public health and safety, legal rights, community impact, and accessibility needs.

Departments should consult with the City Clerk when deciding whether to translate certain types of documents. Documents that may warrant translation include, but are not limited to:

 Public health and safety notices
 Emergency preparedness and response information
 Notices affecting legal rights or obligations
 Claims, permits, applications, and forms
 Administrative hearing notices
 Public outreach and educational materials
 Notices of community meetings and public engagement opportunities  Notices regarding the availability of language assistance services  Other materials deemed necessary by the City Clerk or Department Director

PUBLIC MEETINGS AND HEARINGS

To the extent required by applicable law, agendas for meetings of eligible legislative bodies shall be translated into all applicable languages identified under state law and posted concurrently with the English-language agenda. The City may utilize digital or automated translation services as authorized by state law.

The City's eligible legislative body public meeting webpage and related public participation information shall be made available in applicable languages as required by law. Where required, translated webpages shall be accessible through a prominent link on the City's website. Members of the public may request oral interpretation services for meetings or hearings. Requests should be submitted to the City Clerk's Office at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting. The City shall make reasonable efforts to accommodate requests received with less notice.

Policy Statement No. 45

Language Access Policy

Date of Council Meeting Approval: October 8, 2019

Consistent with applicable provisions of the Brown Act, speakers utilizing interpreters during public comment shall be afforded additional speaking time as required by law.

WEBSITE

The City's website shall include information regarding available language assistance services and language access resources.

The City’s website (www.buenapark.com) shall maintain translation functionality that allows users to translate content into the recognized languages identified in this policy, at a minimum.

Eligible legislative bodies’ public meeting webpages, agendas, participation instructions, and related public information shall be translated and made accessible in applicable languages as required by law. The City may utilize digital translation tools and services to facilitate compliance with these requirements.

POLICY REVIEW

The City Clerk shall periodically review this policy and recommend updates necessary to maintain compliance with applicable federal and state laws, demographic changes, and best practices for language access.

July 14, 2026

CONSENT CALENDAR
Item No. 4G.

City Council Agenda Report
APPROVAL OF CITY RESPONSES TO 2025-2026 ORANGE COUNTY GRAND JURY REPORT:"CONNECTING ORANGE COUNTY TO LAX"

PREPARED BY PRESENTED BY
Jessica Fewer, Senior Management Analyst Jessica Fewer, Senior Management Analyst

DEPARTMENT HEAD APPROVAL CITY MANAGER APPROVAL
Eddie Fenton, Assistant City Manager/HR Director Aaron France, City Manager

RECOMMENDED ACTION
1) Approve the City's responses to the Orange County Grand Jury Report: "Connecting Orange County to LAX."

PREVIOUS CITY COUNCIL ACTION
None.

DISCUSSION
On February 23, 2026, the Orange County Grand Jury released a report entitled, "Connecting Orange County toLAX" (Attachment 1). The report was aimed at assessing current travel options between Orange County and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The report's findings and recommendations were based on the results ofevaluating available services, travel times, costs, and service gaps through interviews, document reviews, fieldresearch, and public complaints.

The City of Buena Park is required to respond to specific findings and recommendations. Staff has drafted aresponse letter from the City (Attachment 2). With City Council approval, staff will remit this response to the GrandJury by the July 16, 2026, deadline.

BUDGET IMPACT
There is no budget impact with the approval of this item.

Attachments
Connecting_Orange_County_to_LAX_ Evaluating_Transportation_Options.pdf Grand_Jury_Response_Connecting LAX_DRAFT CC 7-14.pdf

Connecting Orange County to LAX:

Evaluating Transportation Options
Orange County Grand Jury 2025-2026
December 2025

Connecting Orange County to LAX
Orange County Grand Jury 2025-2026 Page 3 of 54

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SUMMARY ................................ ................................ ................................ .................... 5 BACKGROUND ................................ ................................ ................................ ............. 6 REASON FOR STUDY ................................ ................................ ................................ ... 14 METHOD OF STUDY ................................ ................................ ................................ .... 15 INVESTIGATION AND ANALYSIS ................................ ................................ .................... 15 FINDINGS ................................ ................................ ................................ ................... 26 RECOMMENDATIONS................................ ................................ ................................ .. 27 COMMENDATIONS ................................ ................................ ................................ ..... 29 REQUIRED RESPONSES ................................ ................................ .............................. 30 Glossary and Acronyms ................................ ................................ ............................... 33 Bibliography ................................ ................................ ................................ ............... 34 Appendix A ................................ ................................ ................................ ................. 40 Appendix B ................................ ................................ ................................ ................. 42 Appendix C ................................ ................................ ................................ ................. 44 Appendix D ................................ ................................ ................................ ................. 45

TABLES
Table 1 Airport Transportation Options to/from Irvine and LAX ..................................... 19 Table 2 Public Transportation Routes from Irvine* to LAX ............................................ 20 Table 3 LAX Traffic Comparison for September 2025 .................................................. 40 Table 4 LAX Ground Transportation Monthly Report for September 2025 ................... 41 Table 5 Weekday FlyAway®-to-Metrolink/Amtrak Route with Average Travel Time of Two Hours and 15 Minutes and Average Wait Time of 38 Minutes ................... 45 Table 6 Weekday FlyAway®-to-Metrolink/Amtrak Route with FlyAway® Bus Arriving Five Minutes Early Reduces Average Travel Time by 23 Minutes .................... 46 Table 7 Weekend FlyAway®-to-Metrolink/Amtrak Route with Average Travel Time of Two Hours and 15 Minutes and Average Wait Time of 38 Minutes ................... 47 Connecting Orange County to LAX

Table 8 Weekend FlyAway®-to-Metrolink/Amtrak Route with FlyAway® Bus Arriving Five Minutes Early Reduces Average Travel Time by 21 Minutes .................... 48 Table 9 Weekday LA Metro C Line-to-Metrolink/Amtrak Route with Average Travel Time of Two and a Half Hours and Average Wait Time of 54 Minutes .............. 49 Table 10 Weekend LA Metro C Line-to-Metrolink/Amtrak Route with Last Departure from LAX at 3:40 PM and Average Travel Time in Excess of Three Hours .... 50 Table 11 Weekday Metrolink/Amtrak-to-FlyAway® Route with Average Travel Time of One Hour and a 48 Minutes and Average Wait Time of only Seven Minutes . 51 Table 12 Weekend Metrolink/Amtrak-to-FlyAway® Route with Average Travel Time of One Hour and a 52 Minutes and Average Wait Time of only Ten Minutes .. 52 Table 13 Weekday Metrolink/Amtrak-to-LA Metro C Line Route with Average Travel Time of One Hour and 47 Minutes but only One Train during Mid-Day .......... 53 Table 14 Weekend Metrolink/Amtrak-to-LA Metro C Line Route with Earliest Arrival to LAX at 11:45 AM and Average Travel Time of Two Hours and Eight Minutes . 53 Table 15 Comparison of Transit Routes from Irvine to LAX .......................................... 54 Table 16 Comparison of Transit Routes from LAX to Irvine .......................................... 54

FIGURES
Figure 1 LA Metro Rail and Busway Network ............................................................... 10 Figure 2 Metrolink Regional Rail System Map ............................................................. 11 Figure 3 LOSSAN Corridor Map ................................................................................... 12 Figure 4 LAX Annual Passenger Traffic – Historical Data and Forecast ....................... 16 Figure 5 Automated People Mover Map from LAX Central Terminals to Rental Car Facility ............................................................................................................ 17 Figure 6 LAX Vehicle Access Policy Post-Automated People Mover ........................... 18 Figure 7 Metrolink Systemwide Ridership .................................................................... 42 Figure 8 Peak/Off-Peak Ridership Analysis .................................................................. 43

Connecting Orange County to LAX
Orange County Grand Jury 2025-2026 Page 5 of 54

SUMMARY
The Orange County Grand Jury (Grand Jury) conducted a study to assess current travel options between Orange County and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The study evaluated available services, travel times, costs, and service gaps through interviews, document reviews, field research, and evaluation of public complaints. The Grand Jury determined that although a reasonably affordable and reliable public transportation option to LAX already exists, significant opportunities remain to improve travel efficiency for Orange County residents. The Grand Jury identified five Orange County locations for potential direct-to-LAX transportation services that could reduce trip times to LAX by 30 minutes or more, reduce traffic congestion and vehicle emissions, and potentially reduce transportation costs to LAX.

A substantial share of Orange County travelers continues to rely on LAX despite the proximity of John Wayne Airport (SNA). While SNA serves roughly 11.8 million passengers annually, an estimated 9.9 million Orange County travelers choose LAX each year for generally lower airfares, more international destinations, and greater availability of nonstop domestic routes. Orange County travelers use both SNA and LAX, but use of public transportation to both SNA and LAX is extremely low. Most passengers still depend on private vehicles and ride hailing services, which worsen roadway congestion and increase emissions.

The Grand Jury analyzed ten different transportation options, ranging from personal vehicles and ride-hailing services to combinations of Metrolink, Amtrak, LA Metro rail, and shuttle buses. Costs and travel times varied widely: the least expensive options, such as Metrolink combined with LA Metro light rail, generally involved the longest travel times, while premium private car services offered the fastest and most convenient—but highest cost—experience. Each option presented distinct advantages and disadvantages. Among the public transit options evaluated, the Metrolink or Amtrak connection to the FlyAway® bus proved the most reliable, with typical travel times under two hours.

Although federal regulations prohibit the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) from operating a direct bus route to a single destination, OCTA plays a critical role in shaping regional transit. As the operator of transit centers and a member agency of Metrolink, OCTA has substantial influence over potential improvements to LAX - bound transportation for Orange County residents.

The FlyAway® bus service, operated by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), already provides direct, frequent, and efficient service from Union Station and Van Nuys to LAX.

Connecting Orange County to LAX

Large-scale LAX improvement projects, including the Automated People Mover (APM), Intermodal Transportation Facilities, and roadway upgrades, are expected to further enhance airport access, ease congestion, and reduce emissions.

The Grand Jury identified five viable Orange County candidate sites for future FlyAway® or similar direct-to-LAX transportation services:
• Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) • Irvine Transportation Center
• Fullerton Park & Ride and Orangethorpe Transit Village Conceptual Study • The Village at Buena Park Mall (transit-oriented development) • Bolsa Pacific at Westminster (transit-oriented development at the former Westminster Mall)
Establishing service from these locations could reduce trip times to LAX by 30 minutes or more, reduce traffic congestion and vehicle emissions, and potentially reduce overall transportation costs to LAX.

BACKGROUND
Orange County Residents Use SNA and LAX
John Wayne Airport offers limited international service and fewer direct domestic routes compared to other major southern California airports. For many airline destinations, LAX remains the primary gateway to domestic and international travel for Orange County residents. Historically, travel from Orange County to Los Angeles for work or to reach LAX for travel has relied heavily on personal vehicles that cause traffic congestion and increase vehicle emissions, and public transportation options remain limited. Since 2014, traveler behavior and transportation patterns in Orange County have shifted as indicated by the following summary statistics:1
• Orange County is the sixth most populous county in the United States with 3.175 million inhabitants, and its population has fluctuated by less than 44,000 people over the past 10 years.
• Households without cars increased from <2% in 2014 to 5% in 2023. • Solo car commuters decreased from 79% to 69% from 2014 to 2023. • John Wayne Airport reported that a survey found that 55% of travelers fly for pleasure/leisure, 31% for business, and 14% for personal/other reasons.

1 Orange County Transportation Authority, 2024 OCTA Transit Vision: Appendix A – State of OC Transit, May 2025, https://www.octa.net/pdf/OCTV_AppendixA.pdf.

Connecting Orange County to LAX
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• SNA welcomed eleven million annual passengers in 2024. • SNA operates under a legal cap of 11.8 million annual passengers through 2025, set by a 1985 noise abatement settlement. The cap increases to 12.5 million from 2026 through 2030.2
• Orange County is origin/destination for 13% of LAX passengers or 9.9 million travelers in 2024.
• Anaheim (zip code 92802) is the top Orange County origin/destination for LAX passengers, many staying in hotels near Disneyland.
• LAX ground transportation statistics for September 2025 show only 0.2% of vehicle traffic to LAX were FlyAway® buses.

Each day, an average of 90,000 vehicles enter or exit LAX, including those used for passenger drop-offs and pickups, rental cars, taxis, rideshares, and airport staff transportation.3 LAX ground transportation statistics are available on the Los Angeles World Airports website. From January 2025 to September 2025, LAX has recorded passenger traffic totaling 55,451,401 passengers, which is an average daily visitation rate of 203,119 passengers.4 Monthly statistics for LAX air traffic and ground transportation in September 2025 are provided in Appendix AError! Reference source not found..5
• Personal private vehicles and transportation network companies (TNCs) comprised approximately 85 percent of LAX’s pickups and drop-offs. TNCs are businesses that provide on-demand ride services through digital platforms. • Approximately one percent of LAX passengers use public transit.

Southern California Association of Governments
The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) plays a key role in regional transportation planning. SCAG serves as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for six counties, including Orange and Los Angeles. Its core planning document in transportation planning is the Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy (RTP/SCS), which provides a 20-year multimodal vision updated every four years. SCAG’s Aviation Program focuses on:

2 Still Protecting Our Newport (SPON), John Wayne Airport, Accessed November 1, 2025, https://spon- newportbeach.org/John-Wayne-Airport.html.
3 Los Angeles World Airports, Monthly Ground Transportation Traffic Statistics, Accessed November 1, 2025, https://www.lawa.org/lawa-investor-relations/statistics-for-lax/ground-transportation-traffic-statistics. 4 Los Angeles World Airports, Volume of Air Traffic, Accessed November 1, 2025, https://www.lawa.org/lawa- investor-relations/statistics-for-lax/volume-of-air-traffic. 5 See Appendix A, Tables 3 and 4.

Connecting Orange County to LAX

• Airport ground access planning
• Collaboration with LAX, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and Caltrans Division of Aeronautics
• Data collection and forecasting for airport-related travel demand SCAG works with key transit authorities and agencies like the OCTA, Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro), and others across its six- county region to improve regional connectivity. SCAG’s Corridor Planning Program identifies and enhances key transportation corridors, including those that could link Orange County transit centers to LAX. Projects from OCTA must be included in SCAG’s RTP/SCS to qualify for state and federal funding. This includes potential FlyAway®-style services that would not be precluded from consideration pursuant to the federal charter prohibition, Metrolink enhancements, or express bus pilots. Many of SCAG’s reports provide historical context, including SCAG President’s Report (2025),6 SCAG Connect SoCal Final Report (2024),7 SCAG Aviation & Ground Access Technical Report (2024),8 SCAG Demographics & Growth Forecast Technical Report (2024),9 2024 OC Transit Vision Full Report (2025)10 and Appendix A (2025).11 SCAG has recently launched the SoCal Airport Access and Mobility Study,12 a regional airport passenger and employee survey to better understand how people travel to and from southern California’s airports.

The study will analyze ground access patterns, preferences, and challenges for the purpose of informing planning for congestion relief, safety, and multimodal connectivity.

The SoCal Airport Access and Mobility Study is scheduled to conclude by June 2027.

6 Southern California Association of Governments, 2024–25 President’s Report, May 2025, https://scag.ca.gov/sites/default/files/2025-05/24-0022-2025GA-PresidentsReport_Final.pdf. 7 Southern California Association of Governments, Connect SoCal 2024: A Plan for Navigating to a Brighter Future, Adopted April 4, 2024, https://scag.ca.gov/sites/default/files/2024-05/23-2987-connect-socal-2024- final-complete-040424.pdf.
8 Southern California Association of Governments, Connect SoCal 2024: Aviation & Airport Ground Access Technical Report, Adopted April 4, 2024, https://scag.ca.gov/sites/default/files/2024-05/23-2987-tr-aviation- airport-ground-access-final-040424.pdf.
9 Southern California Association of Governments, Connect SoCal 2024: Demographics & Growth Forecast Technical Report, Adopted April 4, 2024, https://scag.ca.gov/sites/default/files/2024-05/23-2987-tr- demographics-growth-forecast-final-040424.pdf.
10 Orange County Transportation Authority, 2024 OC Transit Vision, May 2025, https://www.octa.net/pdf/OCTV_FullReport.pdf.
11 Orange County Transportation Authority, 2024 OC Transit Vision: Appendix A – State of OC Transit, May 2025, https://www.octa.net/pdf/OCTV_AppendixA.pdf.
12 Southern California Association of Governments, Aviation, SoCal Airport Access and Mobility Study, Accessed November 20, 2025, https://scag.ca.gov/aviation-program.

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Orange County Transportation Authority
OCTA, established by county referendum in 1972, evolved from Santa Ana Transit, and began with five bus routes. Over time, OCTA consolidated smaller transit agencies across the County.

As Orange County’s transportation planning commission, OCTA funds and implements transit and capital projects to support a balanced, sustainable transportation system. It oversees services and programs that impact the daily lives of 3.2 million residents across thirty-four cities, as well as commuters and visitors.

OCTA manages bus and rail transit, rideshare programs, environmental initiatives, active transportation, express lanes, and freeway improvements. Its mission is to deliver transportation solutions that enhance quality of life and keep Orange County moving.13 OCTA works with SCAG to ensure that Orange County's transportation priorities align with the larger regional plan. OCTA focuses on operating transit services, managing highways, and oversight of Metrolink. OCTA prioritizes local transportation projects and submits them to SCAG for inclusion in the overall regional plan. Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) exist between the two agencies to define their respective roles and responsibilities and ensure coordination.

LA Metro
The Los Angeles Metro Rail system began operations on July 14, 1990, with the opening of the Blue Line which connected downtown Los Angeles to Long Beach. Since that time, LA Metro has steadily expanded the network into a comprehensive rail system that includes six lines serving over one hundred stations across Los Angeles County. LA Metro planners and engineers have strategically extended service into key regions, including the San Fernando Valley, the Westside, and the South Bay, with the objective of alleviating traffic congestion and promoting a sustainable alternative to automobile travel. The system’s network of light rail and busway routes, illustrated in Figure 1, reflects LA Metro’s commitment to enhancing regional mobility.

13 Orange County Transportation Authority, Connecting Orange County, Accessed January 18, 2026, https://www.octa.net/about/about-octa/overview.

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Source: metro.net
Figure 1 LA Metro Rail and Busway Network

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Metrolink
Metrolink, launched in 1992, is the third-largest commuter rail network in the U.S., serving 67 stations across six counties. Operated by the Southern California Regional Rail Authority, a joint powers authority with leadership from Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside and Ventura counties, Metrolink primarily connects regional commuters to downtown Los Angeles.14

Source: Metrolink
Figure 2 Metrolink Regional Rail System Map
Metrolink reported that recent ridership growth has been driven by off-peak travel, with over 140,000 boardings on the OC Line in April 2025 (see Appendix B). Since January 2025, off-peak ridership is increased 46% year-over-year, as shown in Appendix C.

Metrolink is expanding its appeal to leisure travelers attending events, like a baseball game, or visiting attractions like Disneyland without the hassle of traffic and parking.15

14 Liz Ohanesian, “Day Trip on a Budget Throughout Southern California with Metrolink,” Orange County Register, September 9, 2025. https://www.ocregister.com/2025/09/09/day-trip-on-a-budget-throughout- southern-california-with-metrolink/.
15 Liz Ohanesian, “Day Trip on a Budget, ” Orange County Register

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Pacific Surfliner
Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner train runs along the 351-mile Los Angeles – San Diego – San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) rail corridor, as shown in Figure 3. In Fiscal Year 2024-25 2.03 million passengers traveled the Pacific Surfliner. The LOSSAN Rail Corridor Agency, a joint powers authority composed of rail owners, operators, and planning agencies along the corridor, oversees service coordination and planning. Since July 2015, the agency has managed the Pacific Surfliner service under an interagency transfer agreement with the State of California. OCTA serves as the managing agency for the LOSSAN Agency.

Source: octa.net
Figure 3 LOSSAN Corridor Map
FlyAway® Bus
FlyAway® is an airport shuttle service providing non-stop connections to and from LAX and bus terminals near Van Nuys Airport and Los Angeles Union Station. Managed by LAWA and operated by Bus.com (9139249 Canada Inc.), a contracted bus provider, FlyAway® supports LAWA’s initiative to reduce traffic congestion and emissions through high-occupancy transit. In 2024, LAWA reported over 1.9 million FlyAway® passengers with 1.1 million from Van Nuys and 0.8 million from Union Station.

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Individuals traveling from Orange County to LAX must first either take Metrolink or Amtrak to Union Station, or drive there by car, where they transfer to a FlyAway® bus providing direct service to the airport. Unlike local transit services like OCTA, which operate fixed-route buses with multiple stops, FlyAway® buses provide nonstop service to LAX. LAWA operates FlyAway® under FAA guidelines, which restrict service to airport passengers and employees. Approximately 10% of FlyAway® riders are LAX workers.

This restriction to airport passengers and employees ensures compliance with FAA regulations and maintains service efficiency.

FlyAway® routes cover twenty-two miles from Van Nuys and fourteen miles from Union Station to LAX. Despite the difference in distance, both routes offer similar travel times, typically 30 to 60 minutes, and maintain a bus frequency of every 30 minutes. The $12.75 fare closely aligns with the breakeven point for operating costs, in contrast to OCTA’s farebox recovery rate of between 10% and 20% of operating expenses.

Between 2009 and 2012, FlyAway® operated a direct route from the Irvine Transportation Center to LAX, covering approximately fifty miles. Service commenced on November 16, 2009, providing for a 60-minute or more journey between LAX and the Irvine Transportation Center. Despite its convenience, the service faced several challenges, including a limited schedule of just six trips per day, a relatively high fare of $25, and low ridership. During Fiscal Years 2011–2012, the route averaged only forty- eight passengers per day and generated an annual operating loss of $382,337, equating to roughly $21.89 per passenger. These factors contributed to the route’s discontinuation. Following the Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing of Coach America, the operator of the service, FlyAway® officially terminated the route on August 31, 2012.

Transit to John Wayne Airport and Other Airports
John Wayne Airport has approximately 32,000 visitors per day16 and 174 airport employees arriving each day.17 Most travelers at John Wayne Airport rely on personal vehicles and TNCs for their journeys. Those travelers heading to the Disneyland Resort area also use commercial shuttles and the Anaheim Transportation Network’s (ATN) Everyone Ventures Everywhere (EVE) bus service to complete their trip. OCTA does not operate a direct transit link connecting John Wayne Airport to Metrolink. OC Bus 76, the only fixed-route service serving the airport, caters to airport staff and employees of nearby businesses. Between August 15 and September 15, 2025, OC Bus 76 averaged

16 John Wayne Airport, “John Wayne Airport Posts September 2025 Statistics,” News Releases, Accessed November 1, 2025, https://www.ocair.com/news/2025/10/22/statistics-september-2025/. 17 John Wayne Airport, “Statistics,” News & Info, Accessed November 1, 2025, https://www.ocair.com/about/news-info/statistics/.

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just twenty daily riders, underscoring the difficulty of generating transit demand for airport-related trips.

The iShuttle 400A previously connected the Tustin Metrolink Station, John Wayne Airport, and the Irvine Business Complex (IBC). Operated jointly by the City of Irvine and OCTA, the shuttle aimed to reduce congestion and improve access to employment centers. It ran on weekdays during peak hours from October 13, 2019, until its cancellation on June 28, 2025, due to low ridership.

OCTA continues to assess its transit network through regular system studies, including OC Bus 360 (2016–2020), Making Better Connections (2022), and the OC Transit Vision (2024). An important focus of the 2024 OC Transit Vision is to identify potential high-capacity and rapid transit corridors. The OC Transit Vision report identified a potential long-term opportunity to explore an airport connection along the Bristol/State College corridor.

LAWA officials cited Boston and Minneapolis as having similar express bus and light rail services from metropolitan areas to major international airport terminals. These metropolitan areas are somewhat comparable to the multi-county metropolitan region served by LAX. In Boston, the Logan Express bus service operates from five locations in the Boston area to Logan International Airport with daily ridership of 6,850 passengers, system wide. Covering 23-miles, the Framingham, MA to Boston Logan route costs $9 per trip, operates every 30 minutes, and completes the journey in 35 to 45 minutes. The Minneapolis Metro Blue Line, a light rail service, connects Minneapolis International Airport to downtown Minneapolis and other locations like the Mall of America. The route is nine miles from the airport to downtown. The Blue Line light rail operates are every 12 minutes from Minneapolis International Airport with a fare of $2 to downtown. In 2025 Blue Line daily ridership averaged 15,300 passengers.

REASON FOR STUDY
The overall purpose of this study was to evaluate current and future in-progress travel options between Orange County and LAX. John Wayne Airport accommodates approximately 11.8 million passengers annually, while an estimated 9.9 million Orange County residents travel through LAX. The grand jury report will serve several purposes including informing Orange County residents of available service options and associated time requirements as well as costs of the distinct options. In addition, the report will highlight service gaps and inefficiencies. Route and/or schedule enhancements or expansion opportunities will also be addressed. Finally, by promoting the use of public transportation, reduction of traffic congestion and vehicle emissions Connecting Orange County to LAX
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will be realized. The goal of this report will be to identify specific public transportation options and identify and prioritize implementation of those options by evaluation of time requirements, costs, and schedule options.

METHOD OF STUDY
The Orange County Grand Jury investigated the transportation challenges that Orange County residents face when traveling to LAX to provide a clear and accurate assessment. The Grand Jury based its study on a comprehensive review of multiple sources, including interviews, public records, complaint letters submitted to the Grand Jury, and relevant news articles. Multiple independent sources corroborated and validated all facts, findings, and recommendations presented in the report. • Interviewed several Orange County executives and senior staff directly involved in managing transportation systems connecting Orange County to LAX. • Reviewed and analyzed key documents related to the investigation, including:
o Metrolink operational overviews
o Records from OCTA, Metrolink, LA World Airports, LA Metro, and the Norwalk Transportation System
• Examined news articles and publications relevant to the topic. • Investigated the transportation concerns outlined in public complaint letters submitted to the Grand Jury.
• Conducted extensive internet research.
• Performed field investigations in which Grand Jury members rode Metrolink, Norwalk Transportation System Bus 4, and four LA Metro lines, and engaged with security personnel and staff at FlyAway® Bus, Union Station, Norwalk, and LAX Metro stations to directly observe and assess transportation conditions.

INVESTIGATION AND ANALYSIS
LAX Passenger Growth and Forecast
In 2024, LAX welcomed over 76.58 million travelers.18 Although LAX dropped to the 5th busiest airport in the United States, partly due to ongoing construction and relatively high landing fees,19 LAWA consultants conservatively project a compound annual

18 Los Angeles World Airports, 10-Year Summary, Accessed November 1, 2025, https://www.lawa.org/lawa- investor-relations/statistics-for-lax/10-year-summary/passengers. 19 Howard Fine, “LAX Slips to 5th Busiest in the Nation,” Los Angeles Business Journal, February 10, 2025, https://labusinessjournal.com/featured/lax-slips-to-5th-busiest-in-the-nation/.

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growth rate (CAGR) of 2.7% in passenger traffic through Fiscal Year 2034.20 At this pace, LAX could serve over 100 million travelers annually by 2034, representing a 30% increase from current levels and an additional 23.4 million travelers per year.

Figure 4 illustrates historical data for LAX passenger traffic between 2015 and 2024 and forecast estimates beyond 2024.

Figure 4 LAX Annual Passenger Traffic – Historical Data and Forecast LAX Capital Improvement Projects
To accommodate this growth, LAWA has completed or is nearing completion of several capital improvement projects as part of its Landside Access Modernization Program (LAMP) and Airfield & Terminal Modernization Project (ATMP). • Automated People Mover (APM): A 2.25-mile elevated train connecting terminals, parking areas, the Consolidated Rent-A-Car (ConRAC) facility, and LAX/Metro Transit Center. It is expected to transport up to eighty-five million passengers annually.21 APM is aimed at (1) reducing vehicle congestion near LAX, (2) providing efficient ground transportation, and (3) improving airport accessibility.

20 Los Angeles World Airports, “LAX Capital Program Plan of Finance and Key Metrics,” LAWA Legislative Update, March 13, 2025, https://www.lawa.org/sites/lawa/files/2025- 03/3.%20Management%20Report%20C%20-%20Capital%20Finance%20Plan.pdf. 21 M. Kubwa, “$2 Billion LAX’s People Mover Completion Set for Late 2025,” Construction Review, April 5, 2024, https://constructionreviewonline.com/construction-news/usa/2-billion-laxs-people-mover- completion-set-for-late-2025/.
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• ConRAC Facility: A 6.3-million-square-foot facility housing over 18,000 rental vehicles. Its integration with APM will eliminate over 3,200 daily rental car shuttle trips from the LAX Central Terminal Area (CTA).22
• Intermodal Transportation Facilities (ITF): Two facilities (ITF East and ITF West) offering parking, ground transportation services, and meet-and-greet areas.
• ATMP Roadway Improvements Project: Reconfigured roadways, including 4.4 miles of new infrastructure, are being constructed to reduce congestion on Sepulveda Boulevard and create dedicated airport access routes. Construction near Sepulveda Boulevard, 96th Street, and Century Avenue will continue through 2030.

Completion of LAMP and ATMP projects will significantly alleviate traffic congestion and reduce long lines that plague LAX’s current CTA. An aerial view in Figure 5 illustrates the scale of the APM.

Source: Gateway Los Angeles Airport Business District Official Website Figure 5 Automated People Mover Map from LAX Central Terminals to Rental Car Facility

22 Los Angeles World Airports, “Consolidated Rent-A-Car Facility,” Connecting LAX, Accessed November 1, 2025, https://www.lawa.org/connectinglax/consolidated-rent-a-car-facility.

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Figure 6 details vehicle access policy and categories of how shuttle and commercial bus pick-ups and drop-offs will occur at the Intermodal Transportation Facilities.

Source: LAWA Board of Airport Commissioners Management Report, August 3, 2023 Figure 6 LAX Vehicle Access Policy Post-Automated People Mover LAWA officials consider the Union Station and Van Nuys routes ideal for FlyAway® service. Union Station offers convenient access to parking and multiple transit modes, enhancing connectivity for airport-bound travelers. With ongoing improvements under LAMP and ATMP, LAWA anticipates expanding service while reducing operational costs.

Transportation Options Between Orange County and
LAX
The Grand Jury identified multiple transportation options between Orange County and LAX. Table 1 summarizes these options, including cost, travel time, and number of transfers. Estimated costs and travel time in Table 1 are based on a weekday one-way trip from Irvine, CA to LAX at 10:00 AM. Personal vehicle cost assumes a 50-mile distance between Irvine, CA and LAX, twenty-five miles per gallon, and $4.50 per gallon.

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Table 1 Airport Transportation Options to/from Irvine and LAX Option Cost Estimate Travel
Time
Transfers Pros Cons
Get Dropped Off $18 1:00 0 Simple, low cost, no parking hassle
Requires family/friend’s time
and availability
Drive Yourself $9 + $30/day for
economy parking 1:00 0
Full control over timing; easy
access to car; predictable
cost with reservation
Parking fees can be high; risk
of car damage; traffic stress
Drive Yourself →
LA Metro C Line
(Norwalk Station)
→ APM
$7.15 + $3/day for
parking 1:15 2
Full control over timing;
predictable cost; low parking
fees at Norwalk Station
Risk of car damage; traffic
stress; addition planning for
long-term parking
Transport
Network
Companies
(Uber, Lyft, Opoli)
→ APM
$80–$150 1:00 0-1
Door-to-door convenience;
no parking needed;
customizable vehicle options
Surge pricing; availability
varies; unpredictable costs
Metrolink →
FlyAway® → APM $23.75 1:44 2 Affordable; Amtrak ticket
adds $8;
Longer travel time; limited
schedule; variable fees for
long-term parking
Metrolink → LA
Metro → APM $12.75 1:43 3–4 Cheapest option; Amtrak
ticket adds $8; eco-friendly
Multiple transfers; long travel
time; limited-service hours;
variable fees for long-term
parking
One-Way Car
Rental → APM $60 1:00 1
Flexible for visitors; option for
SNA flights redirected to LAX;
no return trip needed
Cost includes gas, rental,
and drop-off fees; logistics of
pickup/drop-off
Taxi → APM $95–$200 1:00 1 Reliable; direct service Expensive; metered fare can vary with traffic
Black
Car/Executive
Car
$160–$330 1:00 0 Luxury experience; flight
tracking; stress-free Expensive
Shuttle Bus →
APM $80-150 1:10 1 Cost-effective for groups;
door-to-door; flight tracking
Longer travel time due to
multiple stops; less privacy
Note: During peak commute times, travel time estimates for car and bus options could be an additional 30 minutes or more.

Public Transportation Options
Highlights of selected public transportation options from Orange County to LAX available after the opening of the APM are given in Table 2 with routes departing from the Irvine Metrolink Station to LAX and other public transit modes as noted. Currently, FlyAway® buses drop passengers off directly at the LAX Central Terminal Area (CTA), while LA Metro riders arriving at ITF East transfer to a LAX Shuttle bus to reach the CTA.

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Table 2 Public Transportation Routes from Irvine* to LAX Route Travel Time Transfers Transfer Locations
Metrolink/Amtrak → FlyAway® Bus → APM ~1.9 hours 2 1. Union Station

2. ITF East
Metrolink → Norwalk Transit → Metro C Line → APM ~1.9 hours 3

1. Norwalk/Santa Fe
Springs Station

2. Norwalk Station

3. ITF East
Metrolink/Amtrak → Metro Bus J Line → Metro C Line →
APM ~2.2 hours 3

1. Union Station

2. Harbor Freeway Station

3. ITF East
Metrolink/Amtrak → Metro A → E → K Lines → APM ~2.1 hours 4

1. Union Station

2. Little Tokyo Station

3. Expo/Crenshaw Station

4. ITF East
OC Bus 83 → Metro Bus 460 → Metro C Line → APM
~3.2 hours
From Laguna Hills
Transportation
Center
3 1. Disneyland East Shuttle
Station

2. Norwalk Station

3. ITF East
OC Bus 70 → OC Bus 543 or 43 → Metro Bus 460 →
Metro C Line → APM
~3.3 hours
From Tustin
Metrolink Station
4 1. Edinger Avenue & Harbor
Blvd.

2. Disneyland East Shuttle
Station

3. Norwalk Station

4. ITF East
OC Bus 529 → Metro Bus 460 → Metro C Line → APM
~2.4 hours
From Goldenwest
Transportation
Center
3 1. Fullerton Park & Ride

2. Norwalk Station

3. ITF East
*Note: Starting locations other than Irvine Metrolink Station are identified.

Safety
The Grand Jury received letters from the public expressing concern about safety on public transportation. While LA Metro carries nearly one million passengers daily, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Transit Services Bureau recorded 537 crimes for the year on LA Metro buses and trains as of October 9, 2025, with battery, theft, aggravated assault, and robbery among the most frequent offenses.23 In 2024, OCTA reported bus ridership at 34.8 million boardings and 314 Group A offenses, which are serious crimes such as assault, theft, and drug violations, reflecting a 15% decrease from 2023.

LA Metro continues to enhance its customer experience, with a February 2025 rider survey indicating that 87% of passengers are satisfied or very satisfied with the service.

In the same survey, 53% of respondents reported noticeable improvements in the transit

23 Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Transit Services Bureau Weekly Report, October 14, 2025, https://lasd.org/transit-services-bureau-weekly-report-68/.

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system over the past year, primarily citing better service quality and increased safety.24 Meanwhile, customer feedback consistently rates Metrolink, Amtrak, and FlyAway® services as reliable and safe.

LA Metro responded to safety concerns by implementing a layered security strategy that includes uniformed law enforcement officers, Metro Transit Security Officers, and Metro Ambassadors throughout the system. The agency upgraded station infrastructure with brighter lighting, expanded surveillance coverage, and taller fare gates to deter fare evasion and unauthorized access. LA Metro partners with county, city, and regional agencies to implement a care-based approach that delivers support and resources to individuals experiencing homelessness and those with untreated mental illness. After crime increased following the suspension of the Tap-to-Exit program, LA Metro reinstated the initiative and expanded weapons detection technology at key stations.25 These measures reflect LA Metro’s commitment to maintaining a secure and accessible transit environment.

Travelers who use the LA Metro C Line to reach LAX benefit from recent infrastructure upgrades and a continuous security presence at the LAX/Metro Transit Center. This facility connects the C and K Lines to the airport via a free shuttle service and, beginning in mid-2026, will offer direct access through the APM. Enhanced lighting, surveillance systems, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessible facilities contribute to a safer experience for airport-bound passengers, especially during daytime and peak travel hours (6:00 AM–9:00 AM and 3:00 PM–7:00 PM).

Cost Analysis
Public transportation total fares from Orange County to LAX range from $9.50 to $35.75 depending on origin and route. Fare programs offer discounts for students, seniors, and disabled persons. For example, Metrolink Monthly Pass holders can ride the FlyAway® bus at no additional cost. Published regular fares that are shown below are from official websites as of September 12, 2025.
• FlyAway®: $12.75 (Union Station to LAX)
• Metrolink: $7.75–$13.50 (between Buena Park and San Clemente to Union Station)

24 LA Metro, LAX Metro Transit Center Opening Drives Dramatic Increase in Ridership on K Line, Accessed November 2, 2025, https://www.metro.net/about/lax-metro-transit-center-opening-drives-dramatic- increase-in-ridership-on-k-
line/#:~:text=Overall%20System%20Ridership%20and%20Experience,reasons%20cited%20for%20the%20i mprovement.
25 Travis Schlepp, “What Happened After LA Metro Paused Its Tap-to-Exit Program,” KTLA, September 15, 2025, https://ktla.com/news/travel/what-happened-after-la-metro-paused-its-tap-to-exit-program/.

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• Amtrak: $14–$23 (between Buena Park and San Clemente to Union Station) • OC Bus: $2 per boarding or $5/day
• LA Metro: $1.75 per trip with free transfers for two hours, $5 fare cap/day • Norwalk Transit: $1.25 per boarding (Norwalk Metrolink to Norwalk C Line Station)
Parking fees vary at Metrolink/Amtrak stations across Orange County. Most stations provide free daily parking for up to 72 hours. Some stations located in high-demand urban areas require paid parking permits. At ARTIC, vehicles must be registered for overnight or Lot C parking at least 24 hours prior to parking. An overnight parking authorization form can be found on the Visit Anaheim website. Current parking guidelines and fees can be found on the Metrolink “Parking at Stations” website.

FlyAway® bus patrons can use parking lots at Union Station and Vay Nuys, which have daily parking fees of $8/day and $6/day with a 30-day limit, respectively. Parking is $3/day and permitted overnight for seventy-two consecutive hours at the LA Metro C Line Norwalk Station. For longer stays, an Extended Permit Authorization Form must be submitted in advance to [email protected]. Parking at the Norwalk Station parking lot is free on weekends and holidays.

LA Metro commuters use a pre-paid TAP fare card for transportation fares and OC Bus commuters began using a pre-paid WAVE card in October 2025.

Schedule and Reliability
The Grand Jury examined published schedules (Appendix C) and route maps. Transit app, Apple Maps, and Google Maps confirmed real-time routes and travel times. • FlyAway®: Runs every 30 minutes; 30-to-60-minute travel time varies day-to- day
• LA Metro Rail: Lines A, C, E, and K typically run every ~10 minutes; travel time depends on route
• APM: Runs every two minutes at peak usage; ~10-minute end-to-end travel time26
• Metrolink/Amtrak: Hourly weekday coverage; limited weekend Metrolink service • Norwalk Transit Buses 4 & 7: ~30-minute weekday frequency; ~50-minute weekend frequency; Travel time is between 15 and 25 minutes, depending upon day, time of day, and direction of route

26 Los Angeles World Airports, “Automated People Mover (APM) Train System,” The Development Group, Accessed November 1, 2025, https://www.lawa.org/transforminglax/projects/automated-people-mover- train-system.

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Based on published schedules, the Grand Jury found that the FlyAway® bus service from Union Station to LAX typically takes approximately 34 minutes under normal traffic conditions and is 10 to 20 minutes faster than LA Metro’s light rail alternatives. However, during peak commuting times—such as 8:00 AM and 5:30 PM—the FlyAway® bus can take 60 minutes or more. Starting in early 2026, FlyAway® passengers will transfer at ITF East and use the Automated People Mover, rather than being dropped off or picked up at LAX’s Central Terminal Area. According to LAWA officials, this change will improve the customer experience, improve bus queues, and reduce trip times.

FlyAway® buses operate every 30 minutes, while LA Metro light rail trains on the A, C, E, and K Lines typically run every 10 minutes. If a passenger misses a FlyAway® bus and opts for LA Metro instead, they may arrive at LAX’s Central Terminal Area at the same time or up to 10 minutes earlier than the next FlyAway® bus.

The Grand Jury found that the Metrolink and Amtrak Pacific Surfliner schedules separately have gaps at the time of this report. However, together they provided hourly weekday service to and from Union Station. On weekdays, train service from Irvine, CA runs from 5:12 AM to 10:49 PM, with thirteen northbound Metrolink trips and twelve northbound Amtrak trips. A similar number of southbound trips depart Union Station daily. Amtrak Pacific Surfliner maintains the same schedule on weekends, while Metrolink reduces service to four northbound and four southbound trips each day.

Starting in early 2026, Amtrak will be increase Pacific Surfliner service to thirteen daily trips.

Norwalk Transit System (NTS) Buses 4 and 7 connect the Metrolink Norwalk/Santa Fe Springs Station to the LA Metro C Line Norwalk Station, located 3.1 miles apart.

Although weekend service is less frequent, both weekday and weekend schedules for Buses 4 and 7 align with the first and last Metrolink trains at Norwalk/Santa Fe Springs Station.

The Grand Jury learned that travelers can connect from the LA Metro C Line at its Norwalk Station to LA Metro Bus 460 to reach Disneyland. A trip from LAX to Disneyland takes approximately two hours. Passengers may transfer from Bus 460 to Orange County buses at Knott’s Berry Farm, Fullerton Park & Ride, or Disneyland. This route offers a lower-cost alternative to Metrolink/Amtrak, though it requires more travel time.

The investigation identified the fastest public transit route from Irvine to LAX as the Metrolink or Amtrak connection to the FlyAway® bus at Union Station (see Appendix D).

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An alternate route to LAX via Metrolink requires a transfer at the Norwalk/Santa Fe Springs Station to NTS Bus 4 or 7, followed by a connection to the Metro C Line. On weekdays, this trip averages approximately one hour and 47 minutes. On weekends, travel time exceeds two hours and eight minutes due to limited Metrolink service and the absence of Amtrak stops at the Norwalk/Santa Fe Springs Station. The return trip from LAX to Irvine via this route averages 2 hours and 30 minutes on weekdays and over 3 hours on weekends, primarily due to extended wait times for Metrolink trains.

Weekend travelers face additional constraints, with the earliest possible arrival at LAX after 11:45 AM and final departure from LAX using this route at 3:40 PM.

Transit-Supportive Developments
There are transit-supportive and transit-oriented developments in Orange County that are approximately 25-miles from LAX and near a freeway include Fullerton Park and Ride, Buena Park Mall, and former Westminster Mall.

The Fullerton Park & Ride facility is the focus of a major planning initiative called the Orangethorpe Transit Village Conceptual Study, led by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) in partnership with the City of Fullerton. The study is exploring the potential for transit-supportive mixed-use development at the 9-acre Fullerton Park & Ride site, which is currently underutilized.

The Buena Park Downtown Mall is undergoing a major transit-oriented design transformation centered around the redevelopment of the former Sears property.

Approved by the Buena Park City Council in June 2023, the Village at Buena Park is a $650 million mixed-use project led by Merlone Geier Partners. It will replace the old Sears building and adjacent parking lot with 1,302 apartments and townhomes, public space with walking paths, electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, bike racks, and 3,000 parking spaces.

The City of Westminster has approved the Westminster Mall Specific Plan (WMSP), which outlines a plan for converting the mall into a mixed-use development with 1,167 housing units, retail, hospitality, and public spaces with walking paths. Shopoff Realty Investments is leading this 26-acre redevelopment project, called Bolsa Pacific at Westminster. The project’s design and goals reflect principles of Transit-Oriented Connecting Orange County to LAX
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Development (TOD), such as walkable streets, mixed-use buildings, higher residential density, and proximity to public transit. As for transit services, OC Bus 64 currently stops at bus only lane near the former Westminster Mall on Edwards Street near Bolsa Avenue.

ARTIC is co-located at the OC Vibe development, which has elements of transit- oriented design. While ARTIC is forty miles from LAX, ARTIC provides connectivity to Anaheim Resort Transportation (ART), Metrolink, Amtrak, OCTA buses, and Greyhound buses.

Barriers to Airport Transit Success
The Grand Jury identified several key barriers that hinder the success of airport transit services:
• Time-sensitivity: Air travelers are highly time-conscious. The risk of missing a flight makes reliability paramount, and many passengers prefer to maintain control over their schedule, often distrusting public transit reliability. • Convenience: Public buses are frequently perceived as slow, infrequent, and indirect compared to driving or using transportation network companies (TNCs).

Transfers and wait times at bus stops add stress and reduce appeal. • Luggage Limitations: Transit vehicles are typically not designed to accommodate large or heavy luggage, making them less suitable for airport- bound passengers.
• Travel Habits: Historically, airport trips have been dominated by private vehicles and shuttle services. Public transit has not been the preferred mode for most travelers.

The Grand Jury concluded that the Metrolink or Amtrak connection to the FlyAway® bus from Union Station currently offers the most reliable public transit option between Orange County and LAX, with average travel times under two hours. Return trips from LAX to Irvine average two hours and 15 minutes. The Grand Jury found that adjusting FlyAway® bus arrival times at Union Station by five minutes would enable passengers to board earlier Metrolink or Amtrak trains, thereby reducing travel time from LAX to Orange County by 23 minutes. LAWA has an opportunity to revise FlyAway® bus departure schedules with the opening of ITF East in mid-2026.

Using LA Metro light rail instead of the FlyAway® bus adds 10 to 20 minutes to the journey from Union Station to LAX. Although the Norwalk/Santa Fe Springs shortcut may offer faster travel to LAX at certain times, limited Metrolink service results in return trips that are over 30 minutes longer than the FlyAway® route via Union Station.

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Implementing direct FlyAway®-style bus service between LAX and Orange County would ease traffic congestion, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and significantly improve regional transit efficiency, cutting public transit travel times by 30 minutes or more. The Grand Jury identified several viable locations within Orange County for such a service. A comparative analysis of travel durations (see Table 1) underscores the time- saving potential of enhanced regional transit connectivity. LAWA’s proven success with the FlyAway® program demonstrates that direct bus service can operate near the breakeven point, offering a practical and efficient solution for airport access.

Better Understanding Orange County’s Needs
The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) has launched its SoCal Airport Access and Mobility Study, a regional airport passenger and employee survey to better understand how people travel to and from Southern California’s airports.27 The first stage of the study is analysis of existing conditions to document the region’s airports, access facilities, and connecting transportation networks. This is the ideal opportunity for SCAG to engage with all Orange County cities to understand each city’s transportation need for enhanced regional intermodal transit connectivity across various transit authorities and agencies and across county lines.

FINDINGS
In accordance with California Penal Code Sections 933 and 933.05, the 2025-2026 Orange County Grand Jury requires (or, as noted, requests) responses from each agency affected by the findings presented in this section. The responses are to be submitted to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court.

Based on its investigation described herein, the 2025-2026 Orange County Grand Jury has arrived at the following six principal findings:

F1 Several Orange County locations meet the criteria for express bus pick-up sites, being approximately twenty-five miles from LAX and near major freeways. These locations are Fullerton Park & Ride, Buena Park Mall, and former Westminster Mall.

F2 The Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center presents a viable option for express bus service to LAX due to its location near Orange

27 Southern California Association of Governments. SoCal Airport Access and Mobility Study. https://scag.ca.gov/aviation-program
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County attractions and multimodal connectivity, despite being forty miles from LAX.

F3 The Irvine Transportation Center is a viable potential location for direct bus service to LAX due to its location near South Orange County, freeway access, and multimodal connectivity, despite being fifty miles from LAX.

F4 Public transit options to LAX that offer travel times comparable to private automobiles have several limitations.
• The Orange County Transportation Authority has never operated direct transit service to LAX due to federal regulations prohibiting transit bus service to a single destination such as LAX.
• Metrolink OC Line lacks direct connections to LAX, as stations such as Norwalk/Santa Fe Springs do not provide a seamless link to the airport.
• Southern California Association of Governments planning documents that discuss regional airport ground access neglect cross-county mobility challenges.

F5 Metrolink provides less frequent service on weekends. Weekend travel times often exceed three hours due to reduced train schedules and longer transfer wait times.

F6 Metrolink offers the most dependable connection at Union Station, linking travelers to bus and light rail services to LAX. These routes require transfers, and variable freeway conditions can affect overall travel times.

RECOMMENDATIONS
In accordance with California Penal Code Sections 933 and 933.05, the 2025-2026 Orange County Grand Jury requires (or, as noted, requests) responses from each agency affected by the recommendations presented in this section. The responses are to be submitted to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court.

Based on its investigation described herein, the 2025-2026 Orange County Grand Jury makes the following eight recommendations:

R1 By September 30, 2026, the City of Fullerton should direct its Planning Department to collaborate with Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) and Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) on a business case study for FlyAway® or similar services from Fullerton Park & Ride Connecting Orange County to LAX

(Orangethorpe Transit Village) to LAX, with a case study submitted to LAWA. This study should include projected ridership, financial sustainability, infrastructure readiness, and community benefits to support funding of the proposed service. [F1]
R2 By September 30, 2026, the Buena Park City Council should direct its Planning Department to collaborate with Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) on a business case study for FlyAway® or similar services from the Buena Park Mall site (Village at Buena Park) to LAX, with a case study submitted to LAWA. This study should include projected ridership, financial sustainability, infrastructure readiness, and community benefits to support funding of the proposed service. [F1]
R3 By September 30, 2026, the Westminster City Council should direct its Planning Department to collaborate with Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) on a business case study for FlyAway® or similar services from the former Westminster Mall site (Bolsa Pacific at Westminster) to LAX, with a case study submitted to LAWA. This study should include projected ridership, financial sustainability, infrastructure readiness, and community benefits to support funding of the proposed service. [F1] R4 By September 30, 2026, the Anaheim City Council should direct its Planning Department to collaborate with Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) and Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) on a business case study for FlyAway® or similar services from the Anaheim Regional Transit Intermodal Center to LAX, with a case study submitted to LAWA.

This study should include projected ridership, financial sustainability, infrastructure readiness, and community benefits to support funding of the proposed service. [F2]
R5 By September 30, 2026, the Irvine City Council should direct its Transportation Department to review the previous FlyAway® service that ended in 2012, engage the LAWA Mobility Unit or any other express bus service of their choice, and, upon receiving City Council approval, submit a business case study to LAWA or other express bus service(s). This study should include projected ridership, financial sustainability, infrastructure readiness, and community benefits to support funding of the proposed service. [F3]
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each city’s transportation need for enhancing regional intermodal transit connectivity across various transit authorities and agencies and across county lines. [F4]
R7 By March 31, 2026, Metrolink should increase Metrolink OC Line weekend train service to support public transportation trips from Orange County through Union Station to LAX. [F5]
R8 By June 30, 2026, OCTA and Metrolink should promote the appropriate services that offer convenient connections to LAX, aiming to inform and guide travelers who are ready to choose public transit for their airport commute. [F6]

COMMENDATIONS
Southern California cities have made commendable strides in addressing transportation challenges through innovative, community-responsive programs which exemplify proactive governance and sustainable urban planning.

One standout initiative is Irvine CONNECT, a free neighborhood shuttle service launched by the City of Irvine in response to resident concerns about traffic congestion and limited transit options. This program reflects a thoughtful and inclusive approach to mobility, connecting key destinations such as parks, schools, hospitals, and shopping centers with Irvine Station. Since its inception, Irvine CONNECT has expanded significantly—most notably in July 2025, when the city extended the Yale-Barranca route and introduced new routes like the Jamboree-UCI and Barranca Link. These expansions were based on data from the city’s Transit Vision Study and community feedback, demonstrating Irvine’s commitment to evidence-based planning and public engagement.

The program’s success is evident in its ridership growth, with the original route serving nearly 150,000 rides in its first year. The city’s decision to sunset the older iShuttle program and consolidate services under Irvine CONNECT further highlights its dedication to streamlining operations and improving service quality. With seventy-seven stops and shuttles running every 20 minutes, Irvine CONNECT offers an eco-friendly, accessible alternative to car travel, helping reduce emissions and traffic while enhancing connectivity across the city.

These efforts deserve recognition not only for their operational success but also for their responsiveness to community needs. Mayor Larry Agran praised the effort saying, “The No.1 complaint I hear from our city residents is about Irvine’s traffic congestion. The Connecting Orange County to LAX

Irvine CONNECT shuttle is one way we are addressing that issue.”28 Irvine’s leadership in expanding transit infrastructure, investing in capital improvements like new bus stops, and leveraging technology for real-time shuttle tracking sets a high standard for municipal transit innovation. Programs like Irvine CONNECT are a model for other cities seeking to build sustainable, resident-centered transportation networks. Orange County has launched several other commendable transportation programs that prioritize safety, sustainability, and regional connectivity. These initiatives reflect strong leadership and a commitment to improving mobility for residents and visitors alike.

REQUIRED RESPONSES
California Penal Code Section 933 requires the governing body of any public agency which the Grand Jury has reviewed, and about which it has issued a final report, to comment to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court on the findings and recommendations pertaining to matters under the control of the governing body. Such comment shall be made no later than 90 days after the Grand Jury publishes its report (filed with the Clerk of the Court). Additionally, in the case of a report containing findings and recommendations pertaining to a department or agency headed by an elected County official (e.g., District Attorney, Sheriff, etc.), such elected County official shall comment on the findings and recommendations pertaining to the matters under that elected official’s control within 60 days to the Presiding Judge with an information copy sent to the Board of Supervisors.

The following excerpts from the California Penal Code provide the requirements for public agencies to respond to the Findings and Recommendations of this Grand Jury report:
§933
(c) No later than 90 days after the grand jury submits a final report on the operations of any public agency subject to its reviewing authority, the governing body of the public agency shall comment to the presiding judge of the superior court on the findings and recommendations pertaining to matters under the control of the governing body, and every elected county officer or agency head for which the grand jury has responsibility pursuant to Section 914.1 shall comment within 60 days to the presiding judge of the superior court, with an information copy sent to the board of supervisors, on the findings and recommendations pertaining to matters under the control of that county officer or agency head and any agency or agencies which that officer or agency head supervises

28 Irvine Community News & Views iMessage, (Free Irvine CONNECT Shuttle Bus Has Expanded Routes, 10/2/2025).

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or controls. In any city and county, the mayor shall also comment on the findings and recommendations. All of these comments and reports shall forthwith be submitted to the presiding judge of the superior court who impaneled the grand jury. A copy of all responses to grand jury reports shall be placed on file with the clerk of the public agency and the office of the county clerk, or the mayor when applicable, and shall remain on file in those offices. One copy shall be placed on file with the applicable grand jury final report by, and in the control of the currently impaneled grand jury, where it shall be maintained for a minimum of five years.
§933.05.
(a) For purposes of subdivision (b) of Section 933, as to each grand jury finding, the responding person or entity shall indicate one of the following:
(1) The respondent agrees with the finding.
(2) The respondent disagrees wholly or partially with the finding, in which case the response shall specify the portion of the finding that is disputed and shall include an explanation of the reasons therefor.
(b) For purposes of subdivision (b) of Section 933, as to each grand jury recommendation, the responding person or entity shall report one of the following actions:
(1) The recommendation has been implemented, with a summary regarding the implemented action.
(2) The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future, with a timeframe for implementation.
(3) The recommendation requires further analysis, with an explanation and the scope and parameters of an analysis or study, and a timeframe for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the agency or department being investigated or reviewed, including the governing body of the public agency when applicable. This timeframe shall not exceed six months from the date of publication of the grand jury report.
(4) The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted or is not reasonable, with an explanation therefor.
(c) However, if a finding or recommendation of the grand jury addresses budgetary or personnel matters of a county agency or department headed by an elected officer, both the agency or department head and the board of supervisors shall respond if requested by the grand jury, but the response of the board of supervisors shall address only those Connecting Orange County to LAX

budgetary or personnel matters over which it has some decision-making authority. The response of the elected agency or department head shall address all aspects of the findings or recommendations affecting his or her agency or department.

The Orange County Grand Jury requires the following responses:

City of Fullerton 90 Day Response Required
Findings: F1
Recommendations: R1

City of Buena Park 90 Day Response Required
Findings: F1
Recommendations: R2

City of Westminster 90 Day Response Required
Findings: F1
Recommendations: R3

City of Anaheim 90 Day Response Required
Findings: F2
Recommendations: R4

City of Irvine 90 Day Response Required
Findings: F3
Recommendations: R5

Orange County Transportation Authority 90 Day Response Required Findings: F1, F2, F4
Recommendations: R1, R4, R8

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Southern California Association of Governments 90 Day Response Required Findings: F4
Recommendations: R6

Southern California Regional Rail Authority 90 Day Response Required (as governing Board of Metrolink)
Findings: F4, F5, F6
Recommendations: R7, R8
Glossary and Acronyms
Amtrak American Track
ADA Americans with Disabilities Act
APM Automated People Mover
ART Anaheim Resort Transportation
ATMP Airfield & Terminal Modernization Project
ATN Anaheim Transportation Network
CAGR Compound Annual Growth Rate
Caltrans California Department of Transportation
ConRAC Consolidated Rent-A-Car
CTA Central Terminal Area
EV Electric Vehicle
EVE Everyone Ventures Everywhere
FAA Federal Aviation Administration
IBC Irvine Business Complex
ITF Intermodal Transportation Facility
JPA Joint Powers Authority
LACMTA or LA Metro Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority LAMP Landside Access Modernization Program
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LAWA Los Angeles World Airports
LAX Los Angeles International Airport
LOSSAN Los Angeles – San Diego – San Luis Obispo
MOU Memorandum of Understanding
MPO Metropolitan Planning Organization
NTS Norwalk Transit System
OC Orange County
OCTA Orange County Transportation Authority
RTP/SCS Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Community Strategy
SCAG Southern California Association of Governments
SNA John Wayne Airport
TNC Transportation Network Company
TOD Transportation Oriented Development
WMSP Westminster Mall Specific Plan
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Appendix A
Los Angeles World Airports Traffic and Vehicle Data
Table 3 LAX Traffic Comparison for September 2025

Source: lawa.org

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Table 4 LAX Ground Transportation Monthly Report for September 2025

Source: lawa.org

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1 Appendix B
Metrolink Ridership Data
Source: Metrolink
Figure 7 Metrolink Systemwide Ridership

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Source: Metrolink
Figure 8 Peak/Off-Peak Ridership Analysis

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Appendix C
Public Transportation References
• FlyAway® Bus
• https://www.flylax.com/flyaway-bus
o Schedule: Union Station - LAX
o https://www.flylax.com/flyaway-bus/union-station
• LA Metro
• https://www.metro.net/
o Schedule: A, C, E, J, and K Lines
o https://www.metro.net/riding/schedules-2/
• Norwalk Transportation System
• https://www.norwalk.org/departments_services/norwalk_transit_system_nts/index .php
o Schedule: Buses 4 and 7
o https://www.norwalk.org/departments_services/norwalk_transit_system_nt s/fares.php
• Metrolink
• https://metrolinktrains.com/
o Schedule
o https://metrolinktrains.com/
• Amtrak Pacific Surfliner
• https://www.pacificsurfliner.com/
o Schedule
o https://www.pacificsurfliner.com/plan-your-trip/schedules/ • Orange County Transportation Authority
• https://octa.net/
o Schedule: Buses 76, 83, and 460
o https://octa.net/getting-around/bus/oc-bus/routes-and-schedules/routes- and-schedules
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Appendix D
Route Data
Table 5 Weekday FlyAway®-to-Metrolink/Amtrak Route with Average Travel Time of Two Hours and 15 Minutes and Average Wait Time of 38 Minutes
FlyAway® Wait
Time
Metrolink / Amtrak Transit
Time
Total
Wait
Total
Time LAX Union Station Union Station Irvine
5:40 AM 6:12 AM 0:28 6:40 AM 7:48 AM 1:40 0:28 2:08
6:10 AM 6:42 AM 0:28 7:10 AM 8:12 AM 1:34 0:28 2:02
6:40 AM 7:12 AM 0:28 7:40 AM 8:48 AM 1:40 0:28 2:08
7:10 AM 7:42 AM 0:28 8:10 AM 9:12 AM 1:34 0:28 2:02
7:40 AM 8:12 AM 0:28 8:40 AM 9:48 AM 1:40 0:28 2:08
8:10 AM 8:42 AM 1:28 10:10 AM 11:12 AM 1:34 1:28 3:02
8:40 AM 9:12 AM 0:58 10:10 AM 11:12 AM 1:34 0:58 2:32
9:10 AM 9:42 AM 0:28 10:10 AM 11:12 AM 1:34 0:28 2:02
9:40 AM 10:12 AM 0:28 10:40 AM 11:48 AM 1:40 0:28 2:08
10:10 AM 10:42 AM 0:28 11:10 AM 12:12 PM 1:34 0:28 2:02 10:40 AM 11:12 AM 0:58 12:10 PM 1:12 PM 1:34 0:58 2:32
11:10 AM 11:42 AM 0:28 12:10 PM 1:12 PM 1:34 0:28 2:02
11:40 AM 12:12 PM 0:28 12:40 PM 1:48 PM 1:40 0:28 2:08
12:10 PM 12:42 PM 0:42 1:24 PM 2:32 PM 1:40 0:42 2:22
12:40 PM 1:12 PM 0:12 1:24 PM 2:32 PM 1:40 0:12 1:52
1:10 PM 1:42 PM 0:58 2:40 PM 3:48 PM 1:40 0:58 2:38
1:40 PM 2:12 PM 0:28 2:40 PM 3:48 PM 1:40 0:28 2:08
2:10 PM 2:42 PM 0:28 3:10 PM 4:12 PM 1:34 0:28 2:02
2:40 PM 3:12 PM 0:28 3:40 PM 4:48 PM 1:40 0:28 2:08
3:10 PM 3:42 PM 0:28 4:10 PM 5:09 PM 1:31 0:28 1:59
3:40 PM 4:12 PM 0:28 4:40 PM 5:48 PM 1:40 0:28 2:08
4:10 PM 4:42 PM 0:28 5:10 PM 6:12 PM 1:34 0:28 2:02
4:40 PM 5:12 PM 0:28 5:40 PM 6:48 PM 1:40 0:28 2:08
5:10 PM 5:42 PM 0:28 6:10 PM 7:12 PM 1:34 0:28 2:02
5:40 PM 6:12 PM 0:28 6:40 PM 7:48 PM 1:40 0:28 2:08
6:10 PM 6:42 PM 1:28 8:10 PM 9:12 PM 1:34 1:28 3:02
6:40 PM 7:12 PM 0:58 8:10 PM 9:12 PM 1:34 0:58 2:32
7:10 PM 7:42 PM 0:28 8:10 PM 9:12 PM 1:34 0:28 2:02
7:40 PM 8:12 PM 1:28 9:40 PM 10:48 PM 1:40 1:28 3:08
8:10 PM 8:42 PM 0:58 9:40 PM 10:48 PM 1:40 0:58 2:38
8:40 PM 9:12 PM 0:28 9:40 PM 10:48 PM 1:40 0:28 2:08
9:10 PM 9:42 PM 0:28 10:10 PM 11:12 PM 1:34 0:28 2:02
Average 1:36 0:38 2:15
Blue = Metrolink

Connecting Orange County to LAX

Table 6 Weekday FlyAway®-to-Metrolink/Amtrak Route with FlyAway® Bus Arriving Five Minutes Early Reduces Average Travel Time by 23 Minutes
FlyAway® Wait
Time
Metrolink / Amtrak Transit
Time
Total
Wait
Total
Time LAX Union Station Union Station Irvine
5:35 AM 6:07 AM 0:03 6:10 AM 7:12 AM 1:34 0:03 1:37
6:05 AM 6:37 AM 0:03 6:40 AM 7:48 AM 1:40 0:03 1:43
6:35 AM 7:07 AM 0:03 7:10 AM 8:12 AM 1:34 0:03 1:37
7:05 AM 7:37 AM 0:03 7:40 AM 8:48 AM 1:40 0:03 1:43
7:35 AM 8:07 AM 0:03 8:10 AM 9:12 AM 1:34 0:03 1:37
8:05 AM 8:37 AM 0:03 8:40 AM 9:48 AM 1:40 0:03 1:43
8:35 AM 9:07 AM 1:03 10:10 AM 11:12 AM 1:34 1:03 2:37
9:05 AM 9:37 AM 0:33 10:10 AM 11:12 AM 1:34 0:33 2:07
9:35 AM 10:07 AM 0:03 10:10 AM 11:12 AM 1:34 0:03 1:37
10:05 AM 10:37 AM 0:03 10:40 AM 11:48 AM 1:40 0:03 1:43 10:35 AM 11:07 AM 0:03 11:10 AM 12:12 PM 1:34 0:03 1:37 11:05 AM 11:37 AM 0:33 12:10 PM 1:12 PM 1:34 0:33 2:07
11:35 AM 12:07 PM 0:03 12:10 PM 1:12 PM 1:34 0:03 1:37
12:05 PM 12:37 PM 0:03 12:40 PM 1:48 PM 1:40 0:03 1:43
12:35 PM 1:07 PM 0:17 1:24 PM 2:32 PM 1:40 0:17 1:57
1:05 PM 1:37 PM 1:03 2:40 PM 3:48 PM 1:40 1:03 2:43
1:35 PM 2:07 PM 0:33 2:40 PM 3:48 PM 1:40 0:33 2:13
2:05 PM 2:37 PM 0:03 2:40 PM 3:48 PM 1:40 0:03 1:43
2:35 PM 3:07 PM 0:03 3:10 PM 4:12 PM 1:34 0:03 1:37
3:05 PM 3:37 PM 0:03 3:40 PM 4:48 PM 1:40 0:03 1:43
3:35 PM 4:07 PM 0:03 4:10 PM 5:09 PM 1:31 0:03 1:34
4:05 PM 4:37 PM 0:03 4:40 PM 5:48 PM 1:40 0:03 1:43
4:35 PM 5:07 PM 0:03 5:10 PM 6:12 PM 1:34 0:03 1:37
5:05 PM 5:37 PM 0:03 5:40 PM 6:48 PM 1:40 0:03 1:43
5:35 PM 6:07 PM 0:03 6:10 PM 7:12 PM 1:34 0:03 1:37
6:05 PM 6:37 PM 0:03 6:40 PM 7:48 PM 1:40 0:03 1:43
6:35 PM 7:07 PM 1:03 8:10 PM 9:12 PM 1:34 1:03 2:37
7:05 PM 7:37 PM 0:33 8:10 PM 9:12 PM 1:34 0:33 2:07
7:35 PM 8:07 PM 0:03 8:10 PM 9:12 PM 1:34 0:03 1:37
8:05 PM 8:37 PM 1:03 9:40 PM 10:48 PM 1:40 1:03 2:43
8:35 PM 9:07 PM 0:33 9:40 PM 10:48 PM 1:40 0:33 2:13
9:05 PM 9:37 PM 0:03 9:40 PM 10:48 PM 1:40 0:03 1:43
9:35 PM 10:07 PM 0:03 10:10 PM 11:12 PM 1:34 0:03 1:37
Average 1:36 0:15 1:52
Blue = Metrolink

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Table 7 Weekend FlyAway®-to-Metrolink/Amtrak Route with Average Travel Time of Two Hours and 15 Minutes and Average Wait Time of 38 Minutes
FlyAway® Wait
Time
Metrolink / Amtrak Transit
Time
Total
Wait
Total
Time LAX Union Station Union Station Irvine
5:40 AM 6:12 AM 0:58 7:10 AM 8:12 AM 1:34 0:58 2:32
6:10 AM 6:42 AM 0:28 7:10 AM 8:12 AM 1:34 0:28 2:02
6:40 AM 7:12 AM 0:58 8:10 AM 9:12 AM 1:34 0:58 2:32
7:10 AM 7:42 AM 0:28 8:10 AM 9:12 AM 1:34 0:28 2:02
7:40 AM 8:12 AM 0:28 8:40 AM 9:49 AM 1:41 0:28 2:09
8:10 AM 8:42 AM 1:28 10:10 AM 11:12 AM 1:34 1:28 3:02
8:40 AM 9:12 AM 0:58 10:10 AM 11:12 AM 1:34 0:58 2:32
9:10 AM 9:42 AM 0:28 10:10 AM 11:12 AM 1:34 0:28 2:02
9:40 AM 10:12 AM 0:38 10:50 AM 11:59 AM 1:41 0:38 2:19
10:10 AM 10:42 AM 0:08 10:50 AM 11:59 AM 1:41 0:08 1:49 10:10 AM 10:42 AM 0:28 11:10 AM 12:12 PM 1:34 0:28 2:02 10:40 AM 11:12 AM 0:58 12:10 PM 1:12 PM 1:34 0:58 2:32
11:10 AM 11:42 AM 0:28 12:10 PM 1:12 PM 1:34 0:28 2:02
11:40 AM 12:12 PM 1:48 2:00 PM 3:09 PM 1:41 1:48 3:29
12:10 PM 12:42 PM 1:18 2:00 PM 3:09 PM 1:41 1:18 2:59
12:40 PM 1:12 PM 0:48 2:00 PM 3:09 PM 1:41 0:48 2:29
1:10 PM 1:42 PM 0:18 2:00 PM 3:09 PM 1:41 0:18 1:59
1:40 PM 2:12 PM 0:58 3:10 PM 4:12 PM 1:34 0:58 2:32
2:10 PM 2:42 PM 0:28 3:10 PM 4:12 PM 1:34 0:28 2:02
2:40 PM 3:12 PM 0:58 4:10 PM 5:09 PM 1:31 0:58 2:29
3:10 PM 3:42 PM 0:28 4:10 PM 5:09 PM 1:31 0:28 1:59
3:40 PM 4:12 PM 0:15 4:27 PM 5:36 PM 1:41 0:15 1:56
4:10 PM 4:42 PM 0:28 5:10 PM 6:12 PM 1:34 0:28 2:02
4:40 PM 5:12 PM 0:58 6:10 PM 7:12 PM 1:34 0:58 2:32
5:10 PM 5:42 PM 0:28 6:10 PM 7:12 PM 1:34 0:28 2:02
5:40 PM 6:12 PM 1:58 8:10 PM 9:12 PM 1:34 1:58 3:32
6:10 PM 6:42 PM 1:28 8:10 PM 9:12 PM 1:34 1:28 3:02
6:40 PM 7:12 PM 0:58 8:10 PM 9:12 PM 1:34 0:58 2:32
7:10 PM 7:42 PM 0:28 8:10 PM 9:12 PM 1:34 0:28 2:02
7:40 PM 8:12 PM 1:58 10:10 PM 11:12 PM 1:34 1:58 3:32
8:10 PM 8:42 PM 1:28 10:10 PM 11:12 PM 1:34 1:28 3:02
8:40 PM 9:12 PM 0:58 10:10 PM 11:12 PM 1:34 0:58 2:32
9:10 PM 9:42 PM 0:28 10:10 PM 11:12 PM 1:34 0:28 2:02
Average 1:35 0:50 2:26
Blue = Metrolink

Connecting Orange County to LAX

Table 8 Weekend FlyAway®-to-Metrolink/Amtrak Route with FlyAway® Bus Arriving Five Minutes Early Reduces Average Travel Time by 21 Minutes
FlyAway® Wait
Time
Metrolink / Amtrak Transit
Time
Total
Wait
Total
Time LAX Union Station Union Station Irvine
5:35 AM 6:07 AM 0:03 6:10 AM 7:12 AM 1:34 0:03 1:37
6:05 AM 6:37 AM 0:33 7:10 AM 8:12 AM 1:34 0:33 2:07
6:35 AM 7:07 AM 0:03 7:10 AM 8:12 AM 1:34 0:03 1:37
7:05 AM 7:37 AM 0:33 8:10 AM 9:12 AM 1:34 0:33 2:07
7:35 AM 8:07 AM 0:03 8:10 AM 9:12 AM 1:34 0:03 1:37
8:05 AM 8:37 AM 0:03 8:40 AM 9:49 AM 1:41 0:03 1:44
8:35 AM 9:07 AM 1:03 10:10 AM 11:12 AM 1:34 1:03 2:37
9:05 AM 9:37 AM 0:33 10:10 AM 11:12 AM 1:34 0:33 2:07
9:35 AM 10:07 AM 0:03 10:10 AM 11:12 AM 1:34 0:03 1:37
10:05 AM 10:37 AM 0:13 10:50 AM 11:59 AM 1:41 0:13 1:54 10:35 AM 11:07 AM 0:03 11:10 AM 12:12 PM 1:34 0:03 1:37 11:05 AM 11:37 AM 0:33 12:10 PM 1:12 PM 1:34 0:33 2:07
11:35 AM 12:07 PM 0:03 12:10 PM 1:12 PM 1:34 0:03 1:37
12:05 PM 12:37 PM 1:23 2:00 PM 3:09 PM 1:41 1:23 3:04
12:35 PM 1:07 PM 0:53 2:00 PM 3:09 PM 1:41 0:53 2:34
1:05 PM 1:37 PM 0:23 2:00 PM 3:09 PM 1:41 0:23 2:04
1:35 PM 2:07 PM 1:03 3:10 PM 4:12 PM 1:34 1:03 2:37
2:05 PM 2:37 PM 0:33 3:10 PM 4:12 PM 1:34 0:33 2:07
2:35 PM 3:07 PM 0:03 3:10 PM 4:12 PM 1:34 0:03 1:37
3:05 PM 3:37 PM 0:33 4:10 PM 5:09 PM 1:31 0:33 2:04
3:35 PM 4:07 PM 0:03 4:10 PM 5:09 PM 1:31 0:03 1:34
3:35 PM 4:07 PM 0:20 4:27 PM 5:36 PM 1:41 0:20 2:01
4:05 PM 4:37 PM 0:33 5:10 PM 6:12 PM 1:34 0:33 2:07
4:35 PM 5:07 PM 0:03 5:10 PM 6:12 PM 1:34 0:03 1:37
5:05 PM 5:37 PM 0:33 6:10 PM 7:12 PM 1:34 0:33 2:07
5:35 PM 6:07 PM 0:03 6:10 PM 7:12 PM 1:34 0:03 1:37
6:05 PM 6:37 PM 1:33 8:10 PM 9:12 PM 1:34 1:33 3:07
6:35 PM 7:07 PM 1:03 8:10 PM 9:12 PM 1:34 1:03 2:37
7:05 PM 7:37 PM 0:33 8:10 PM 9:12 PM 1:34 0:33 2:07
7:35 PM 8:07 PM 0:03 8:10 PM 9:12 PM 1:34 0:03 1:37
8:05 PM 8:37 PM 1:33 10:10 PM 11:12 PM 1:34 1:33 3:07
8:35 PM 9:07 PM 1:03 10:10 PM 11:12 PM 1:34 1:03 2:37
9:05 PM 9:37 PM 0:33 10:10 PM 11:12 PM 1:34 0:33 2:07
9:35 PM 10:07 PM 0:03 10:10 PM 11:12 PM 1:34 0:03 1:37
Average 1:35 0:30 2:05
Blue = Metrolink

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Table 9 Weekday LA Metro C Line-to-Metrolink/Amtrak Route with Average Travel Time of Two and a Half Hours and Average Wait Time of 54 Minutes
LA Metro C Line Wait
Time
Norwalk Bus 4 Wait
Time
Metrolink / Amtrak Transit
Time
Total
Wait
Total
Time LAX Norwalk
Station
Norwalk
Station
Santa Fe
Springs
Santa Fe
Springs Irvine
4:40 AM 5:11 AM 0:05 5:16 AM 5:35 AM 0:30 6:05 AM 6:48 AM 1:33 0:35 2:08 5:10 AM 5:41 AM 0:05 5:46 AM 6:08 AM 0:57 7:05 AM 7:48 AM 1:36 1:02 2:38 5:40 AM 6:11 AM 0:05 6:16 AM 6:35 AM 0:30 7:05 AM 7:48 AM 1:33 0:35 2:08 6:10 AM 6:41 AM 0:04 6:45 AM 7:08 AM 0:57 8:05 AM 8:48 AM 1:37 1:01 2:38 6:40 AM 7:11 AM 0:08 7:19 AM 7:40 AM 0:25 8:05 AM 8:48 AM 1:35 0:33 2:08 7:10 AM 7:41 AM 0:05 7:46 AM 8:09 AM 0:56 9:05 AM 9:48 AM 1:37 1:01 2:38 7:40 AM 8:11 AM 0:05 8:16 AM 8:39 AM 0:26 9:05 AM 9:48 AM 1:37 0:31 2:08 8:00 AM 8:31 AM 0:10 8:41 AM 9:05 AM 0:00 9:05 AM 9:48 AM 1:38 0:10 1:48 8:40 AM 9:11 AM 0:25 9:36 AM 10:01 AM 1:04 11:05 AM 11:48 AM 1:39 1:29 3:08 9:10 AM 9:41 AM 0:21 10:02 AM 10:23 AM 0:42 11:05 AM 11:48 AM 1:35 1:03 2:38 9:40 AM 10:11 AM 0:26 10:37 AM 10:59 AM 0:06 11:05 AM 11:48 AM 1:36 0:32 2:08 10:00 AM 10:31 AM 0:06 10:37 AM 10:59 AM 0:06 11:05 AM 11:48 AM 1:36 0:12 1:48 10:40 AM 11:11 AM 0:08 11:19 AM 11:40 AM 1:25 1:05 PM 1:48 PM 1:35 1:33 3:08 11:10 AM 11:41 AM 0:02 11:43 AM 12:07 PM 0:58 1:05 PM 1:48 PM 1:38 1:00 2:38 11:40 AM 12:11 PM 0:25 12:36 PM 12:59 PM 0:06 1:05 PM 1:48 PM 1:37 0:31 2:08 11:59 AM 12:31 PM 0:05 12:36 PM 12:59 PM 0:06 1:05 PM 1:48 PM 1:38 0:11 1:49 12:30 PM 1:01 PM 0:08 1:09 PM 1:32 PM 0:17 1:49 PM 2:32 PM 1:37 0:25 2:02 1:10 PM 1:41 PM 0:29 2:10 PM 2:34 PM 0:31 3:05 PM 3:48 PM 1:38 1:00 2:38 1:30 PM 2:01 PM 0:09 2:10 PM 2:34 PM 0:31 3:05 PM 3:48 PM 1:38 0:40 2:18 2:10 PM 2:41 PM 0:28 3:09 PM 3:33 PM 0:32 4:05 PM 4:48 PM 1:38 1:00 2:38 2:30 PM 3:01 PM 0:08 3:09 PM 3:33 PM 0:32 4:05 PM 4:48 PM 1:38 0:40 2:18 3:10 PM 3:41 PM 0:28 4:09 PM 4:34 PM 0:31 5:05 PM 5:48 PM 1:39 0:59 2:38 3:40 PM 4:11 PM 0:27 4:38 PM 5:03 PM 0:02 5:05 PM 5:48 PM 1:39 0:29 2:08 4:00 PM 4:31 PM 0:07 4:38 PM 5:03 PM 0:02 5:05 PM 5:48 PM 1:39 0:09 1:48 4:30 PM 5:01 PM 0:01 5:02 PM 5:27 PM 0:38 6:05 PM 6:48 PM 1:39 0:39 2:18 5:10 PM 5:41 PM 0:01 5:42 PM 6:07 PM 0:58 7:05 PM 7:47 PM 1:38 0:59 2:37 5:40 PM 6:11 PM 0:05 6:16 PM 6:39 PM 0:26 7:05 PM 7:47 PM 1:36 0:31 2:07 6:10 PM 6:41 PM 0:04 6:45 PM 7:07 PM 2:58 10:05 PM 10:48 PM 1:36 3:02 4:38 6:40 PM 7:11 PM 0:24 7:35 PM 7:55 PM 2:10 10:05 PM 10:48 PM 1:34 2:34 4:08 7:10 PM 7:41 PM 0:51 8:32 PM 8:47 PM 1:18 10:05 PM 10:48 PM 1:29 2:09 3:38 7:40 PM 8:11 PM 0:21 8:32 PM 8:47 PM 1:18 10:05 PM 10:48 PM 1:29 1:39 3:08 8:10 PM 8:41 PM 0:28 9:09 PM 9:22 PM 0:43 10:05 PM 10:48 PM 1:27 1:11 2:38 8:40 PM 9:11 PM 0:38 9:49 PM 10:02 PM 0:03 10:05 PM 10:48 PM 1:27 0:41 2:08 9:00 PM 9:31 PM 0:18 9:49 PM 10:02 PM 0:03 10:05 PM 10:48 PM 1:27 0:21 1:48 Average 0:14 0:40 1:35 0:54 2:30
Blue = Metrolink

Connecting Orange County to LAX

Table 10 Weekend LA Metro C Line-to-Metrolink/Amtrak Route with Last Departure from LAX at 3:40 PM and Average Travel Time in Excess of Three Hours
LA Metro C Line Wait
Time
Norwalk Bus 4 and 7 Wait
Time
Metrolink / Amtrak Transit
Time
Total
Wait
Total
Time LAX Norwalk
Station
Norwalk
Station
Santa Fe
Springs
Santa Fe
Springs Irvine
7:10 AM 7:41 AM 0:19 8:00 AM 8:18 AM 0:45 9:03 AM 9:49 AM 1:35 1:04 2:39 7:50 AM 8:21 AM 0:04 8:25 AM 8:39 AM 0:24 9:03 AM 9:49 AM 1:31 0:28 1:59 8:10 AM 8:41 AM 0:09 8:50 AM 9:08 AM 2:05 11:13 AM 11:59 AM 1:35 2:14 3:49 8:40 AM 9:11 AM 0:29 9:40 AM 9:58 AM 1:15 11:13 AM 11:59 AM 1:35 1:44 3:19 9:10 AM 9:41 AM 0:49 10:30 AM 10:50 AM 0:23 11:13 AM 11:59 AM 1:37 1:12 2:49 9:50 AM 10:21 AM 0:09 10:30 AM 10:50 AM 0:23 11:13 AM 11:59 AM 1:37 0:32 2:09 10:10 AM 10:41 AM 0:39 11:20 AM 11:40 AM 2:44 2:24 PM 3:09 PM 1:36 3:23 4:59 10:40 AM 11:11 AM 0:09 11:20 AM 11:40 AM 2:44 2:24 PM 3:09 PM 1:36 2:53 4:29 11:10 AM 11:41 AM 0:29 12:10 PM 12:30 PM 1:54 2:24 PM 3:09 PM 1:36 2:23 3:59 11:40 AM 12:11 PM 0:49 1:00 PM 1:20 PM 1:04 2:24 PM 3:09 PM 1:36 1:53 3:29 12:10 PM 12:41 PM 0:19 1:00 PM 1:20 PM 1:04 2:24 PM 3:09 PM 1:36 1:23 2:59 12:40 PM 1:11 PM 0:39 1:50 PM 2:10 PM 0:14 2:24 PM 3:09 PM 1:36 0:53 2:29 1:10 PM 1:41 PM 0:09 1:50 PM 2:10 PM 0:14 2:24 PM 3:09 PM 1:36 0:23 1:59 1:40 PM 2:11 PM 0:29 2:40 PM 3:00 PM 1:50 4:50 PM 5:36 PM 1:37 2:19 3:56 2:10 PM 2:41 PM 0:49 3:30 PM 3:50 PM 1:00 4:50 PM 5:36 PM 1:37 1:49 3:26 2:40 PM 3:11 PM 0:19 3:30 PM 3:50 PM 1:00 4:50 PM 5:36 PM 1:37 1:19 2:56 3:10 PM 3:41 PM 0:39 4:20 PM 4:40 PM 0:10 4:50 PM 5:36 PM 1:37 0:49 2:26 3:40 PM 4:11 PM 0:09 4:20 PM 4:40 PM 0:10 4:50 PM 5:36 PM 1:37 0:19 1:56 Average 0:25 1:04 1:35 1:30 3:05
Blue = Metrolink
Orange = Bus 7 (No Service on Sundays)

Connecting Orange County to LAX
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Table 11 Weekday Metrolink/Amtrak-to-FlyAway® Route with Average Travel Time of One Hour and a 48 Minutes and Average Wait Time of only Seven Minutes
Metrolink / Amtrak Wait
Time
FlyAway® Transit
Time
Total
Wait
Total
Time Irvine Union
Station Union Station LAX
5:12 AM 6:20 AM 0:10 6:30 AM 7:03 AM 1:41 0:10 1:51
5:49 AM 6:57 AM 0:03 7:00 AM 7:33 AM 1:41 0:03 1:44
6:12 AM 7:20 AM 0:10 7:30 AM 8:03 AM 1:41 0:10 1:51
7:12 AM 8:20 AM 0:10 8:30 AM 9:03 AM 1:41 0:10 1:51
7:49 AM 8:57 AM 0:03 9:00 AM 9:33 AM 1:41 0:03 1:44
8:12 AM 9:20 AM 0:10 9:30 AM 10:03 AM 1:41 0:10 1:51
9:12 AM 10:20 AM 0:10 10:30 AM 11:03 AM 1:41 0:10 1:51
9:49 AM 10:52 AM 0:08 11:00 AM 11:33 AM 1:36 0:08 1:44
10:12 AM 11:20 AM 0:10 11:30 AM 12:03 PM 1:41 0:10 1:51 11:49 AM 12:57 PM 0:03 1:00 PM 1:33 PM 1:41 0:03 1:44
1:12 PM 2:20 PM 0:10 2:30 PM 3:03 PM 1:41 0:10 1:51
1:49 PM 2:57 PM 0:03 3:00 PM 3:33 PM 1:41 0:03 1:44
2:49 PM 3:57 PM 0:03 4:00 PM 4:33 PM 1:41 0:03 1:44
3:12 PM 4:20 PM 0:10 4:30 PM 5:03 PM 1:41 0:10 1:51
3:52 PM 4:57 PM 0:03 5:00 PM 5:33 PM 1:38 0:03 1:41
4:12 PM 5:20 PM 0:10 5:30 PM 6:03 PM 1:41 0:10 1:51
5:12 PM 6:20 PM 0:10 6:30 PM 7:03 PM 1:41 0:10 1:51
5:52 PM 6:57 PM 0:03 7:00 PM 7:33 PM 1:38 0:03 1:41
6:12 PM 7:20 PM 0:10 7:30 PM 8:03 PM 1:41 0:10 1:51
6:53 PM 8:04 PM 0:26 8:30 PM 9:03 PM 1:44 0:26 2:10
7:12 PM 8:20 PM 0:10 8:30 PM 9:03 PM 1:41 0:10 1:51
8:12 PM 9:20 PM 0:10 9:30 PM 10:03 PM 1:41 0:10 1:51
8:49 PM 9:57 PM 0:03 10:00 PM 10:33 PM 1:41 0:03 1:44
9:49 PM 10:57 PM 0:03 11:00 PM 11:33 PM 1:41 0:03 1:44
Average 1:40 0:07 1:48
Blue = Metrolink

Connecting Orange County to LAX

Table 12 Weekend Metrolink/Amtrak-to-FlyAway® Route with Average Travel Time of One Hour and a 52 Minutes and Average Wait Time of only Ten Minutes
Metrolink / Amtrak Wait
Time
FlyAway® Transit
Time
Total
Wait
Total
Time Irvine Union
Station Union Station LAX
5:49 AM 6:57 AM 0:03 7:00 AM 7:33 AM 1:41 0:03 1:44
7:49 AM 8:57 AM 0:03 9:00 AM 9:33 AM 1:41 0:03 1:44
9:21 AM 10:34 AM 0:26 11:00 AM 11:33 AM 1:46 0:26 2:12
9:49 AM 10:52 AM 0:08 11:00 AM 11:33 AM 1:36 0:08 1:44
11:49 AM 12:57 PM 0:03 1:00 PM 1:33 PM 1:41 0:03 1:44
12:22 PM 1:34 PM 0:26 2:00 PM 2:33 PM 1:45 0:26 2:11
1:49 PM 2:57 PM 0:03 3:00 PM 3:33 PM 1:41 0:03 1:44
2:23 PM 3:39 PM 0:21 4:00 PM 4:33 PM 1:49 0:21 2:10
2:49 PM 3:57 PM 0:03 4:00 PM 4:33 PM 1:41 0:03 1:44
3:52 PM 4:57 PM 0:03 5:00 PM 5:33 PM 1:38 0:03 1:41
5:52 PM 6:57 PM 0:03 7:00 PM 7:33 PM 1:38 0:03 1:41
6:21 PM 7:38 PM 0:22 8:00 PM 8:33 PM 1:50 0:22 2:12
6:53 PM 8:04 PM 0:26 8:30 PM 9:03 PM 1:44 0:26 2:10
8:49 PM 9:57 PM 0:03 10:00 PM 10:33 PM 1:41 0:03 1:44
9:49 PM 10:57 PM 0:03 11:00 PM 11:33 PM 1:41 0:03 1:44
Average 1:42 0:10 1:52
Blue = Metrolink

Connecting Orange County to LAX
Orange County Grand Jury 2025-2026 Page 53 of 54
Table 13 Weekday Metrolink/Amtrak-to-LA Metro C Line Route with Average Travel Time of One Hour and 47 Minutes but only One Train during Mid-Day
Metrolink / Amtrak Wait
Time
Norwalk Bus 4 Wait
Time
LA Metro C Line Transit
Time
Total
Wait
Total
Time Irvine Santa Fe
Springs
Santa Fe
Springs
Norwalk
Station
Norwalk
Station LAX
5:12 AM 5:57 AM 0:04 6:01 AM 6:16 AM 0:09 6:25 AM 6:55 AM 1:30 0:13 1:43 6:12 AM 6:57 AM 0:03 7:00 AM 7:17 AM 0:08 7:25 AM 7:55 AM 1:32 0:11 1:43 7:12 AM 7:57 AM 0:06 8:03 AM 8:21 AM 0:04 8:25 AM 8:55 AM 1:33 0:10 1:43 8:12 AM 8:57 AM 0:12 9:09 AM 9:26 AM 0:09 9:35 AM 10:05 AM 1:32 0:21 1:53 9:12 AM 9:57 AM 0:04 10:01 AM 10:18 AM 0:07 10:25 AM 10:55 AM 1:32 0:11 1:43 10:12 AM 10:57 AM 0:03 11:00 AM 11:17 AM 0:08 11:25 AM 11:55 AM 1:32 0:11 1:43 1:12 PM 1:57 PM 0:02 1:59 PM 2:17 PM 0:08 2:25 PM 2:55 PM 1:33 0:10 1:43 3:12 PM 3:57 PM 0:00 3:57 PM 4:16 PM 0:09 4:25 PM 4:55 PM 1:34 0:09 1:43 4:12 PM 4:57 PM 0:10 5:07 PM 5:27 PM 0:08 5:35 PM 6:05 PM 1:35 0:18 1:53 5:12 PM 5:57 PM 0:04 6:01 PM 6:19 PM 0:06 6:25 PM 6:55 PM 1:33 0:10 1:43 6:12 PM 6:57 PM 0:04 7:01 PM 7:18 PM 0:07 7:25 PM 7:55 PM 1:32 0:11 1:43 7:12 PM 7:57 PM 0:17 8:14 PM 8:29 PM 0:16 8:45 PM 9:15 PM 1:30 0:33 2:03 8:12 PM 8:57 PM 0:29 9:26 PM 9:40 PM 0:05 9:45 PM 10:15 PM 1:29 0:34 2:03 Average 0:07 0:08 1:32 0:15 1:47
Blue = Metrolink

Table 14 Weekend Metrolink/Amtrak-to-LA Metro C Line Route with Earliest Arrival to LAX at 11:45 AM and Average Travel Time of Two Hours and Eight Minutes
Metrolink / Amtrak Wait
Time
Norwalk Bus 4 Wait
Time
LA Metro C Line Transit
Time
Total
Wait
Total
Time Irvine Santa Fe
Springs
Santa Fe
Springs
Norwalk
Station
Norwalk
Station LAX
9:21 AM 10:05 AM 0:50 10:55 AM 11:10 AM 0:05 11:15 AM 11:45 AM 1:29 0:55 2:24 12:22 PM 1:06 PM 0:22 1:28 PM 1:44 PM 0:11 1:55 PM 2:25 PM 1:30 0:33 2:03 2:23 PM 3:10 PM 0:46 3:56 PM 4:12 PM 0:03 4:15 PM 4:45 PM 1:33 0:49 2:22 6:21 PM 7:08 PM 0:07 7:15 PM 7:29 PM 0:06 7:35 PM 8:05 PM 1:31 0:13 1:44 Average 0:31 0:06 1:30 0:37 2:08
Blue = Metrolink

Connecting Orange County to LAX

Table 15 Comparison of Transit Routes from Irvine to LAX Item
Metrolink/Amtrak ->
FlyAway® -> APM
Metrolink -> NTS -> C Line
-> APM
Weekday Weekend Weekday Weekend
Average Trip Time (Hours: Minutes) 1:48 1:52 1:47 2:08
Shortest Trip Time (Hours: Minutes) 1:41 1:41 1:43 1:44 Longest Trip Time (Hours: Minutes) 2:10 2:12 2:03 2:24
Number of Trains 24 15 13 4
Average Frequency of Trains (Hours: Minutes) 0:43 1:08 1:15 3:00 Percentage of Trips < 2:00 96% 67% 85% 25%
Percentage of Trips < 2:00 and < 2:30 4% 33% 15% 75%
Percentage of Trips > 2:30 and < 3:00 0% 0% 0% 0%
Percentage of Trips > 3:00 0% 0% 0% 0%
Earliest Departure from Irvine 5:12 AM 5:49 AM 5:12 AM 9:21 AM Earliest Arrival at LAX 7:03 AM 7:33 AM 6:55 AM 11:45 AM Latest Departure from Irvine 9:49 PM 9:49 PM 8:12 PM 6:21 PM Latest Arrival at LAX 11:33 PM 11:33 PM 10:15 PM 8:05 PM Note: APM replaces LAX Shuttle in mid-2026
Source: Metrolink, Amtrak, LA Metro, Norwalk Transit System, and FlyAway® published schedules Table 16 Comparison of Transit Routes from LAX to Irvine Item
APM -> FlyAway® ->
Metrolink/Amtrak
APM -> C Line -> NTS ->
Metrolink
Weekday Weekend Weekday Weekend
Average Trip Time (Hours: Minutes) 2:15 2:26 2:30 3:05
Shortest Trip Time (Hours: Minutes) 1:52 1:49 1:48 1:56 Longest Trip Time (Hours: Minutes) 3:08 3:32 4:38 4:59
Number of Trains 25 16 13 4
Average Frequency of Trains (Hours: Minutes) 0:41 1:04 1:20 2:35 Percentage of Trips < 2:00 6% 12% 15% 17%
Percentage of Trips < 2:00 and < 2:30 69% 42% 68% 39%
Percentage of Trips > 2:30 and < 3:00 16% 27% 12% 33%
Percentage of Trips > 3:00 9% 18% 6% 11%
Earliest Departure from LAX 5:40 AM 5:40 AM 4:40 AM 7:50 AM Earliest Arrival at Irvine 7:48 AM 8:12 AM 6:48 AM 9:49 AM Latest Departure from LAX 9:10 PM 9:10 PM 9:00 PM 3:40 PM Latest Arrival at Irvine 11:12 PM 11:12 PM 10:48 PM 5:36 PM Note: APM replaces LAX Shuttle in mid-2026
Source: Metrolink, Amtrak, LA Metro, Norwalk Transit System, and FlyAway® published schedules

6650 Beach Boulevard | P.O. Box 5009 | Buena Park, CA | 90622 -5009 | [714] 562- 3611 BuenaPark.com

July 14, 2026

Honorable Sheila F. Hanson
Presiding Judge of the Superior Court of California
Orange County Grand Jury
700 Civic Center Drive West
Santa Ana, CA 92701

RE: City of Buena Park Response to Grand Jury Report – “Connecting Orange County to LAX: Evaluating Transportation Options”

To Whom it May Concern:

The City of Buena Park City Council Members have reviewed the Orange County Grand Jury’s report entitled, “ Connecting Orange County to LAX: Evaluating Transportation Options .” Below are the City of Buena Park’s responses to the aforementioned report:

FINDINGS:

F1 Several Orange County locations meet the criteria for express bus pick- up sites, being approximately twenty- five miles from LAX and near major freeways. These locations are Fullerton Park & Ride, Buena Park Mall, and the former Westminster Mall.

Response: The City of Buena Park partially agrees with this finding. The Buena Park Mall is located 29.4 miles from LAX.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

R2 By September 30, 2026, the Buena Park City Council should direct its Planning Department to collaborate with Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) on a business case study for FlyAway® or similar services from the Buena Park Mall site (Village at Buena Park) to LAX, with a case study submitted to LAWA. This study should include projected ridership, financial sustainability, infrastructure readiness, and community benefits to support funding of the proposed service. [F1]

Response: This recommendation will be implemented by September 30, 2026. The City will direct the Planning Division to collaborate with OCTA and LAWA on a business case study for Fly Away or similar services from Buena Park Mall to LAX, with a case study submitted to LAWA.

OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER

Honorable Sheila F. Hanson
“Connecting Orange County to LAX: Evaluating Transportation Options”

6650 Beach Boulevard | P.O. Box 5009 | Buena Park, CA | 90622 -5009 | [714] 562- 3611 BuenaPark.com

Thank you for providing the City of Buena Park the opportunity to respond to this report.

Sincerely,

Aaron France
City Manager

cc: Buena Park City Council
Christopher G. Cardinale, City Attorney
July 14, 2026

NEW BUSINESS
Item No. 5A.

City Council Agenda Report
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT WITH TOROENTERPRISES, INC. FOR THE 4TH STREET SEWER UPSIZING PROJECT

PREPARED BY PRESENTED BY
Jason Tran, Associate Engineer Jason Tran, Associate Engineer

DEPARTMENT HEAD APPROVAL CITY MANAGER APPROVAL
Mina Mikhael, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Aaron France, City Manager

RECOMMENDED ACTION
1) Adopt a resolution approving the plans and specifications for the 4th Street Sewer Upsizing Project; 2) Award a contract to Toro Enterprises, Inc. in the amount of $769,978; 3) Authorize contingency funds in the amount of $70,000; 4) Authorize construction engineering funds in the amount of $35,000; 5) Authorize a purchase order for the Solis Group in the amount of $4,980 for administration of the Community Workforce Agreement (CWA); 6) Authorize contingency funds in the amount of $2,490 for CWA administration; 7) Authorize the City Manager and City Attorney to make any necessary, non-monetary changes to the contract; and, 8) Authorize the City Manager and City Clerk to execute the contract.

PREVIOUS CITY COUNCIL ACTION
None.

DISCUSSION
The existing sewer main along 4th Street between Indiana Avenue to the easterly cul-de-sac is a six-inch Vitrified Clay Pipe (VCP). New development in the area has increased the volume of sewage flowing through the pipeline.

Additionally, the existing pipelines are reaching the end of their lifespan due to age. Staff recommends replacing the existing six-inch VCP sewer main with a larger eight-inch VCP sewer main to increase capacity and reduce future maintenance requirements.

With available funding and project savings, staff is also proposing to include slurry sealing of the project area as an additive bid. This will help extend the service life of the asphalt pavement by protecting it from deterioration associated with sewer trench excavation and construction activities.

The project was advertised for competitive bids on May 21, 2026. Six (6) bids were received and publicly opened on June 11, 2026. Total bid amounts for the base bid and one additive bid amounts ranged from $683,500 to $907,000. The engineer's estimate was approximately $890,000.

After evaluating the bid documents and conducting reference checks, staff determined that the two apparent lowest bidders lacked the demonstrated experience required or a satisfactory record of performance. Staff determined that the lowest responsible bid was submitted by Toro Enterprises, Inc. of Oxnard, CA, in the amount of $769,978.

Although Toro Enterprises submitted the third-lowest bid, the firm possesses the required contractor’s license and has successfully completed similar projects for other agencies, including the cities of Santa Paula, Oxnard, and Glendale.

Staff recommends awarding a contract to Toro Enterprises, Inc. in the amount of $769,978, approving contingency funds in the amount of $70,000 and authorizing construction engineering funds in the amount of $35,000. Staff also recommends authorizing CWA administrative services in the amount of $4,980, approving contingency funds in the amount of $2,490. Total authorization requested is $882,448.

Construction is anticipated to begin in September 2026 and be completed by October 2026.

BUDGET IMPACT
Total cost for the project is in the amount of $882,448, as shown below:

Construction Contract: $ 769,978 Construction Contingency: $ 70,000
Construction Engineering: $ 35,000
CWA Administration Services: $ 4,980
CWA Contingency: $ 2,490
Total Project Cost: $ 882,448 The project is a Capital Improvements Project and will be funded from the Wastewater Fund Account (Account No. 53-9806-490035). There are sufficient funds available in this account in the amount of approximately $1,150,000.

Attachments
Att. 1 of 6 Resolution - 4th St Sewer Upsizing.pdf
Att. 2 of 6 - 4th St Sewer Upsizing - Bid Results.pdf
Att. 3 of 6 - 4th St Sewer Upsizing - Location Map.pdf
Att. 4 of 6 - 4th St Sewer Upsizing - Bid Summary.pdf
Att. 5 of 6 - 4th St Sewer Upsizing - Contract.pdf
Att. 6 of 6 - 4th St Sewer Upsizing - CWA Proposal.pdf

RESOLUTION NO. __________

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CI TY OF BUENA PARK APPR OVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR 4TH STREET SEWER UPSIZING PROJECT IN SAID CITY.

WHEREAS, it is the intention of the City of Buena Park to construct certain improvements in the City; and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer has p repared specifications and plans for the construction of certain improvement(s).

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the specifications and plans presented by the City be and are hereby approved as the specifications and plans for:
4TH STREET SEWER UPSIZING PROJECT PASSED AND ADOPTED this 14th day of July 2026, by the following called vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS

_______________________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________________
City Clerk
I, Adria M. Vicuña, MMC, City Clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Buena Park held this 14th day of July 2026.

_______________________________________
City Clerk
Company Name Base Bid Amount Total Bid Amount
(Additive A + B)
1 Toro Enterprise 728,248.00$ 769,978.00$ 2 Colich and Sons 868,000.00$ 907,000.00$ 3 US Builders 694,800.00$ 729,900.00$
4 MMC Inc. 782,000.00$ 821,000.00$
5 CEM Construction 654,250.00$ 683,500.00$ 6 Giles Engineering 757,783.37$ 791,713.37$ City of Buena Park

BID RESULTS
4TH STREET SEWER UPSIZING PROJECT
Project No. 385
Bid No. 2026-11
Bid Opening. 6/11/2026- 2:00 P.M.
4TH STREET SEWER UPSIZING
DRAWN BY:DATE:

E:\Projects\Sewer\Active\4th Street Sewer Upsizing\Exhibit\CAD\4th St. Sewer Upsizing.dwgDEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS EXHIBIT NO.N PROJECT LOCATION MAPAAH07/01/2025
4TH ST
PROJECT LOCATIONEXISTING 6-INCH VCP SEWERAPPROXIMATELY 1,200-LF

INDIANA AVEDALE ST

INDIANA AVE
LEGEND:PROJECTAREA

Item Approx. Unit Description Unit Total Unit Total Unit Total Unit Total Unit Total Unit Total Unit Total Unit Total No Quantity Price Amount Price Amount Price Amount Price Amount Price Amount Price Amount Price Amount Price Amount 1 1 LS
Traffic Control Including Two Computerized
Message Board and Two Project Information
Signs
$81,974.00 $81,974.00 $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $32,750.00 $32,750.00 $50,000.00 $50,000.00 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $75,780.00 $75,780.00 $25,000.00 $25,000.00 $42,929.14 $42,929.14 2 1 LS BMP Implementation and Erosion Control
Compliance $8,714.00 $8,714.00 $7,500.00 $7,500.00 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $30,000.00 $30,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $1,207.08 $1,207.08 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $10,345.87 $10,345.87 3 1 LS Monument Preservation $2,497.00 $2,497.00 $7,500.00 $7,500.00 $8,500.00 $8,500.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,500.00 $5,500.00 $1,207.08 $1,207.08 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,029.15 $5,029.15 4 1 LS Trench Excavation & Safety Measures $8,737.00 $8,737.00 $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $25,000.00 $25,000.00 $50,000.00 $50,000.00 $40,000.00 $40,000.00 $14,479.68 $14,479.68 $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $25,459.53 $25,459.53 5 1 LS Potholing for Existing Utilities $41,872.00 $41,872.00 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $6,800.00 $6,800.00 $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $45,000.00 $45,000.00 $27,258.57 $27,258.57 $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $22,275.80 $22,275.80 6 1 EA Remove Existing Sewer Cleanout $600.00 $600.00 $7,500.00 $7,500.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $3,500.00 $3,500.00 $8,917.09 $8,917.09 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $4,288.16 $4,288.16 7 1,200 LF Remove Existing Sewer and Construct 8-inch
Extra Strength VCP Sewer Main $244.00 $292,800.00 $460.00 $552,000.00 $240.00 $288,000.00 $310.00 $372,000.00 $250.00 $300,000.00 $316.26 $379,512.00 $400.00 $480,000.00 $317.18 $380,616.00 8 5 EA Remove Existing Sewer Frame and Cover. $294.00 $1,470.00 $1,500.00 $7,500.00 $1,250.00 $6,250.00 $1,000.00 $5,000.00 $2,500.00 $12,500.00 $2,010.40 $10,052.00 $1,000.00 $5,000.00 $1,364.91 $6,824.57 9 1 EA Construct Precast Concrete Sewer Manhole $9,550.00 $9,550.00 $12,500.00 $12,500.00 $18,000.00 $18,000.00 $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $20,729.49 $20,729.49 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $16,539.93 $16,539.93 10 30 EA Tie-in of Existing Lateral to New Sewer Main $518.00 $15,540.00 $2,750.00 $82,500.00 $950.00 $28,500.00 $1,100.00 $33,000.00 $1,500.00 $45,000.00 $855.94 $25,678.20 $3,000.00 $90,000.00 $1,524.85 $45,745.46 11 5,000 SF Asphalt Concrete Paving Restoration $16.54 $82,700.00 $10.00 $50,000.00 $35.00 $175,000.00 $12.00 $60,000.00 $12.50 $62,500.00 $21.38 $106,900.00 $10.00 $50,000.00 $16.77 $83,871.43 12 5 EA
Rehabilitate Existing Manhole by Waterblasting
Interior, Mortar Whole Interior of Structure and
Applying Sauereisen Sewergard or City
Approved Equal
$13,698.00 $68,490.00 $6,800.00 $34,000.00 $4,500.00 $22,500.00 $9,800.00 $49,000.00 $7,500.00 $37,500.00 $3,174.17 $15,870.85 $6,000.00 $30,000.00 $7,353.17 $36,765.84 13 6 EA Install Composite Frame and Cover on Manhole $3,757.00 $22,542.00 $4,500.00 $27,000.00 $3,500.00 $21,000.00 $6,000.00 $36,000.00 $4,750.00 $28,500.00 $5,508.37 $33,050.22 $5,000.00 $30,000.00 $4,716.48 $28,298.89 14 1 LS Sewer Bypass Pumping $75,162.00 $75,162.00 $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $22,000.00 $22,000.00 $47,000.00 $47,000.00 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $24,471.00 $24,471.00 $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $30,519.00 $30,519.00 15 1 LS Hydroflushing and CCTV Inspection $12,286.00 $12,286.00 $7,500.00 $7,500.00 $19,000.00 $19,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $14,500.00 $14,500.00 $9,653.47 $9,653.47 $7,000.00 $7,000.00 $10,705.64 $10,705.64 16 1 LS Signing and Striping $3,314.00 $3,314.00 $7,500.00 $7,500.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $4,750.00 $4,750.00 $3,016.64 $3,016.64 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $4,511.52 $4,511.52 17 39,000 SF Prepare Road and Install Rubber Polymer
Modified Slurry (RPMS) Type I $1.07 $41,730.00 $1.00 $39,000.00 $0.90 $35,100.00 $1.00 $39,000.00 $0.75 $29,250.00 $0.87 $33,930.00 $0.50 $19,500.00 $0.87 $33,930.00 TOTAL BASE AMOUNT $728,248.00 $868,000.00 $694,800.00 $782,000.00 $654,250.00 $757,783.37 $798,000.00 $754,725.91 TOTAL ADDITIVE A AMOUNT $41,730.00 $39,000.00 $35,100.00 $39,000.00 $29,250.00 $33,930.00 $19,500.00 $33,930.00 TOTAL BID AMOUNT $769,978.00 $907,000.00 $729,900.00 $821,000.00 $683,500.00 $791,713.37 $817,500.00 $788,655.91

ADDITIVE A AMOUNT
US Builders Giles Engineering MMC Inc CEM Construction 4TH STREET SEWER UPSIZING PROJECT
Project No. 385 - Bid No. 2026-11
Bid Summary
Bid Opening: June 11, 2026 - 2:00 P.M.

Toro Enterprise Colich and Sons Engineer's Estimate Average

BASE AMOUNT
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CONTRACT

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CONTRACT

CITY OF BUENA PARK CONTRACT FOR
4TH STREET SEWER UPSIZING PROJECT
“Project”

Project Number: 385
Bid Number: 2026-11

This CONTRACT (“Contract”) is made and entered this 14th day of July, 2026 (“Effective Date”), by and between the CITY OF BUENA PARK, a California municipal corporation (“City”) and TORO ENTERPRISES, INC. , a California Corporation (“Contractor”). Contractor’s California State Contractor’s license number is 710580. The Contractor and the City are sometimes referred to herein collectively as the “Parties” and singularly as “Party.” In consideration of the mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties hereto agree as follows:

1. Contract Documents. The Contract Documents consist of the following, each of which are attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference:

A. This Contract;
B. The Notice Inviting Bids for the above-referenced project (“Project”), dated May 21, 2026;
C. The Instructions to Bidders for the Project, dated May 21, 2026; D. Contractor’s Bid for the Project, dated June 11, 2026 (including documentation accompanying the Bid and any post -Bid documentation submitted before the Notice of Award);
E. The Contractor’s Bonds for the Bid and the Project; F. The final working drawings, plans, and specifications for the Project as approved by the City, and dated May 21, 2026 (“Plans and Specifications”).

G. The City of Buena Park’s Standard Specifications for Public Works Projects, Latest Edition;
H. The City of Buena Park’s Special Provisions for Public Works Projects, Latest Edition;
I. Any and all permits from regulatory agencies with jurisdiction issued for the Project; and
J. Any addenda or change orders for the Project approved by the City subsequent to the Effective Date of this Contract.

2. Scope of Services. Contractor shall perform all Work necessary to complete, in a good and workmanlike manner, a public works project identified in the title of this Contract above (the “Project”), as such Project and the Work to be performed by Contractor is further are described in the Contract Documents.

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3. Compensation. In consideration for Contractor’s performance of the Work required to complete the Project hereunder, City shall pay Contractor a total NOT-TO-EXCEED amount of SEVEN HUNDRED SIXTY nine THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY EIGHT dollars ($769,978) in accordance with the prices as submitted in the Bid (“Compensation”). The Compensation shall be the total and complete such payable by the City for any and all costs, direct or indirect, of the Contractor for provision of the Work and completion of the Project, including but not limited to general and supplementary conditions, performance and payment bonds, Contractor fee for construction, and Contractor overhead and profit, and any other items of costs, accounting, or expense relating to or arising therefrom. Compensation shall under no circumstances be increased except via a formal change order approved by the City; and only if such overruns result of additional scope from the City, as opposed to price overruns, delays, errors, or omissions.

4. Term of Contract: The Contractor agrees to complete the work to City’s satisfaction within THIRTY (30) WORKING DAYS from the date of written notice to proceed. The Contractor further agrees to the assessment of liquidated damages in the amount of ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000) for each calendar day the work remains incomplete beyond the expiration of the completion date. The City may deduct the amount thereof from any monies due or that may become due the Contractor under this Contract.

5. Incorporation by Reference . All of the following documents are attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference: Workers’ Compensation Certificate of Insurance, Additional Insured Endorsement (Comprehensive General Liability), Additional Insured Endorsement (Automobile Liability), and Additional Insured Endorsement (Excess Liability).

6. Insurance: The Contractor shall not commence work under this Contract until it has obtained all insurance required hereunder in a company or companies acceptable to City nor shall the Contractor allow any subcontractor to commence work on a subcontract until all i nsurance required of its subcontractor has been obtained. The Contractor shall take out and maintain at all times during the life of this contract the following policies of insurance:

A. Compensation Insurance.

1. Before beginning work, the Contractor shall furnish to the City a certificate of insurance as proof that it has taken out full compensation insurance for all persons whom the Contractor may employ directly or through subcontractors in carrying out the work specified herein, in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Such insurance shall be maintained in full force and effect during the period covered by this Contract. Further such policy of insurance shall provide that the insurer waives all rights of subrogation against City and its elected officials, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents.

2. In accordance with the provisions of Section 3700 of the California Labor Code, every Contractor shall secure the payment of compensation to his employees.

Contractor, prior to commencing work, shall sign and file with the City, a certification as follows:
“I am aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the Labor Code which require every employer to be insured against liability for worker’s compensation or to undertake self insurance in accordance with the provisions of that Code, and I will comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the work of this contract.” C-3

B. General Insurance Requirements

1. Types of Coverage. Contractor shall maintain the following insurance coverage throughout the term of this Contract, and upon request Contractor shall show City evidence of such coverage, which may include visual inspection of all policies, copies of decla rations page, endorsements signed by an authorized representative of the underwriting company, or certificates of insurance. Insurance coverage shall be provided in the following form:
a. Insurance Services Office Commercial General Liability coverage occurrence form number CG 00 01 11 85 or 88.
b. Automobile Liability insurance with coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office Form Number CA 0001 06 92 covering “Any Auto” (Symbol 1).
c. Workers Compensation insurance as required by the State of California and Employer's Liability insurance.

2. Minimum Limits of Insurance. Contractor shall maintain insurance coverage limits no less than:
a. General Liability: $2,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. If Commercial General Liability Insurance or other form with a general aggregate limit is used, either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to this project/location or the general aggregate limit shall be twice the required occurrence limit, and shall contain specified language creating a duty to defend against any suit seeking damages. b. Automobile Liability: $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and property damage.
c. Employer's Liability: $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury or disease.

C. Deductibles and Self -Insured Retentions. Any deductibles and/or self -insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the City. At the option of the City, either:
the insurer shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self -insured retentions as respects the City, its officers, elected officials, employees, agents, and volunteers; or, the Contractor shall provide a financial guarantee satisfactory to the City, guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigations, claim administration and defense expenses.

D. Other Insurance Provisions. The Contractor and City further agree as follows:

1. All insurance coverage and limits provided pursuant to this Contract shall apply to the full extent of the policies involved, available or applicable. Nothing contained in this Contract or any other agreement relating to the City or its operations lim its the application of such insurance coverage. Nothing contained in this Section is to be construed as affecting or altering the legal status of the parties to this Contract.

2. Requirements of specific coverage features or limits contained in this Section are not intended as a limitation on coverage, limits or other requirements, or a waiver of any coverage normally provided by any insurance. Specific reference to a given coverage feature is for purposes of clarification only and is not intended by any party to be all inclusive, or to the exclusion of other coverage, or a waiver of any C-4

type.

3. For any claims related to this Project, the Contractor's insurance coverage shall be primary to any other similar insurance. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City, its officers, employees or volunteers, shall be excess of the Contractor's insurance and shall not contribute with it.

4. The City, its officers, elected officials, employees, agents, and volunteers are to be covered as additional insureds with respect to liability arising out of automobiles owned, leased, hired or borrowed by or on behalf of the Contractor and with respect to liability arising out of work or operations performed by or on behalf of the Contractor including materials, parts or equipment furnished in connection with such work or operations. General liability coverage can be provided in the form of an endorsement to the Contractor's insurance, or as a separate owner's policy.

5. For purposes of insurance coverage only, this Contract will be deemed to have been executed immediately upon any party hereto taking any steps that can be deemed to be in furtherance of or towards, performance of this Contract.

6. All general or auto liability insurance coverage provided pursuant to this Contract, or any other agreements pertaining to the performance of this Contract, shall not prohibit Contractor, and Contractor's employees, or agents, from waiving the right of subrogation prior to a loss. Contractor waives its right of subrogation against City.

7. In the event any policy of insurance required under this Contract does not comply with these requirements or is canceled and not replaced, City has the right but not the duty to obtain the insurance it deems necessary and any premium paid by City will be promptly reimbursed by Contractor.

8. Contractor shall provide proof that policies of insurance required herein expiring during the term of this Contract have been renewed or replaced with other policies providing at least the same coverage. Such proof will be furnished within 72 hours of the expiration of the coverages.

9. Any actual or alleged failure on the part of City or any other additional insured under these requirements to obtain proof of insurance required under this Contract in no way waives any right or remedy of City or any additional insured, in this or any other regard.

10. All insurance coverage shall contain a provision that prohibits cancellation, modification or lapse without thirty (30) days' prior written notice from insurer to the City. Contractor agrees to require its insurer to modify the certificates of insurance to delete any exculpatory wording stating that failure of the insurer to mail written notice of cancellation imposes no obligation, and to delete the word "endeavor" with regard to any notice provisions.

11 All insurance coverage shall include a severability of interests clause substantially similar to the following: "The insurance afforded by this policy applies separately to each insured against whom a claim or suit is made or suit is brought, except with respect to the limit of the insurer's liability."

12. All insurance coverage shall contain a clause substantially in the following words:

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"It is hereby understood and agreed that this policy shall not be canceled nor materially changed except upon thirty (30) days' prior written notice to the City of Buena Park of such cancellation or material change as evidence by a return receipt for a registered letter."

13. All insurance coverage shall cover the operations of the Contractor pursuant to the terms of this Contract.

14. Contractor agrees to provide immediate notice to City of any claim or loss against Contractor that includes City as a defendant. City assumes no obligation or liability by such notice, but has the right (but not the duty) to monitor the handling of an y such claim or claims if they are likely to involve City.

15. In the event of any loss that is not insured due to the failure of Contractor to comply with these requirements, Contractor agrees to be personally responsible for any and all losses, claims, suits, damages, defense obligations and liability of any kind attributed to City, or City's employees, or any of the additional insureds as a result of such failure.

16. Coverage will not be limited to the specific location or individual or entity designated as the address of the Project.

17. Contractor agrees not to attempt to avoid its defense and indemnity obligations to City and its employees, agents, officials and servants by using as a defense Contractor's statutory immunity under workers' compensation and similar statutes.

18. Contractor agrees to require all parties or subcontractors, including architects or others, with which it enters into contracts or hires pursuant to or related in any way with the performance of this Contract, to provide insurance covering the operations contracted for and naming as additional insureds all parties to this Contract.

Contractor agrees to monitor and review all such coverage and assumes all responsibility for ensuring that such coverage is provided as required here.

Contractor agrees that no contract, standard form or otherwise, used by any party in any way connected with this Contract, or contracts Contractor enters into on behalf of City, will reserve the right to charge back to City the cost of insurance required by this or any other agreement.

E. Acceptability of Insurers. Coverage shall be written by insurers with a current A.M.

Best's rating of no less than "A:VIII," and be admitted to conduct business in the State of California by the Department of Insurance.

F. Verification of Coverage. Contractor shall furnish the City with evidence of the insurance required by this Section, satisfactory to City, consisting of original certificates of insurance and amendatory endorsements, and an additional insured endorsement at least as broad as Insurance Services Office form CG 20 10 11 85. The endorsements should be on forms provided by the City or on other than the City's forms or a separate owner’s policy, provided those forms or policies are approved by the City, and amended to conform to the City's requirements. All certificates and endorsements are to be received and approved by the City before work commences. The City reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, incl uding endorsements effecting the coverage required by these specifications at any time. Contractor agrees to provide complete certified copies of policies to City within 10 days of City's request for said copies.

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G. Subcontractors. Contractor shall include all subcontractors or any other party involved in the Project by Contractor as insured under its policies or shall require subcontractors or any other party involved in the Project by Contractor to carry the sa me insurance as required herein. Contractor agrees to obtain certificates evidencing such coverage and make reasonable efforts to ensure that such coverage is provided as required here.

Contractor agrees to require that no contract used by any subcontrac tor, or contracts Contractor enters into on behalf of City, will reserve the right to charge back to City the cost of insurance required by this Contract. Contractor agrees that upon request, all agreements with subcontractors or others with whom Contractor contracts with on behalf of City and all certificates of insurance obtained in compliance with this paragraph will be submitted to City or review. Failure of City to request copies of such documents will not impose and liability on City, or its employees.

7. Indemnitifcation.

A. Contractor and City agree that City, its employees, officers, agents and elected officials should, to the extent permitted by law, be fully protected from any loss, injury, damage, claim, lawsuit, cost, expense, attorneys fees, litigation costs, defense costs, court costs or any other cost arising out of or in any way related to the performance of this Contract.

Contractor acknowledges that CITY would not have entered into this Contract in the absence of the commitment of Contractor to indemnify and protect City as set forth here.

B. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Contractor shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless City, its elected officials, employees, agents, volunteers and officers (“Indemnitees”), from any and all liabilities, claims, suits, actions, arbitration proceedings, administrative proceedings, stop notices, regulatory proceedings, losses, expenses or costs of any kind, actual attorneys fees incurred by City, court costs, interest, defense costs including expert witness fees and any other costs or expenses of a ny kind whatsoever without restriction or limitation incurred in relation to, as a consequence of, arising out of or in any way attributable actually, allegedly or impliedly, in whole or in part to the Contractor’s performance of this Contract. All obligations under this provision are to be paid by Contractor as they are incurred by the City.

C. Without affecting the rights of City under any provision of this Contract or this section, Contractor shall not be required to indemnify and hold harmless City as set forth above for liability attributable to the sole fault of City, provided such fault is determined by agreement between the parties or the findings of a court of competent jurisdiction. This exception will apply only in instances where the City is shown to have been solely at fault and not in instances where Contractor is solely or partia lly at fault or in instances where City 's fault accounts for only a percentage of the liability involved. In those instances, the obligation of Contractor will be all -inclusive and City will be indemnified for all liability incurred, even though a percentage of the liability is attributable to the conduct of the City.

D. Contractor acknowledges that its obligation pursuant to this section extends to liability attributable to City, if that liability is other than the sole fault of City. Contractor has no obligation under this Contract for liability proven in a court of competent jurisdiction or by written agreement between the parties to be the sole fault of City.

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be limited by the provisions of any workers’ compensation act or similar act. Contractor expressly waives its statutory immunity under such statutes or laws as to the Indemnitees.

The Contractor’s indemnity obligation set forth in this section shall not b e limited by the limits of any policies of insurance required or provided by the Contractor pursuant to this Contract.

8. Antitrust Claims. In entering into this Contract, Contractor offers and agrees to assign to City all rights, title, and interest in and to all causes of action it may have under Section 4 of the Clayton Act (15 U.S.C. § 15) or under the Cartwright Act (Business and Professions Code Section 16700 et seq.) arising from purchases of goods, services, or materials pursuant to the Contract.

This assignment shall be made and become effective at the time City tenders final payment to Contractor without further acknowledgment by the parties.

9. Prevailing Wages. City and Contractor acknowledge that the Project is a public work to which prevailing wages apply.

10. Community Workforce Agreement. The City and contractor acknowledge that the project is covered by a Community Workforce Agreement between the City and the Los Angeles/Orange Counties Building and Construction Trades Council and the Signatory Craft Councils and Local Unions (the “CWA”). Contractor agrees to abide by the terms and conditions of the CWA.

11. Titles. The titles used in this Contract are for convenience only and shall in no way define, limit or describe the scope or intent of this Contract or any part of it.

12. Authority. Any person executing this Contract on behalf of Contractor warrants and represents that he or she has the power and authority to execute this Contract on behalf of Contractor and has the power and authority to bind Contractor to the performance of its obligations hereunder.

13. Entire Agreement; Modification. This Contract, including the Contract Documents and any other documents incorporated herein by specific reference, represents the entire and integrated agreement between City and Contractor. Each Party to this Contract acknowledges that no representations, inducements, promises, or agreements, oral or otherwise, have been made by any Party, or anyone acting on behalf of any Party, which are not embodied herein. This Contract supersedes all prior oral or written negotia tions, representations or agreements. This Contract may not be modified or amended, nor any provision or breach waived, except in a writing signed by both parties that expressly refers to this Contract.

14. Exhibits; Precedence. All documents referenced as exhibits in this Contract are hereby incorporated into this Contract by this reference. In the event of any inconsistency between the express provisions of this Contract and any provision of an exhibit, the provisions of this Contract, then the City’s invitation for bids, if any, shall prevail.

15. Counterparts. This Contract may be executed in counterpart originals, duplicate originals, or both, each of which is deemed to be an original for all purposes.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed the Contract the day and year first above written.

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CITY OF BUENA PARK

By:

City Manager

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By: By:

City Clerk City Attorney

Dated:
(“CONTRACTOR”)

By:

By:

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Bond No. __________

PAYMENT BOND
(LABOR AND MATERIALS)
KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS that:

WHEREAS the City of Buena Park (“Public Agency”), State of California, has awarded to

(“Principal”)
(Name and address of Contractor)
a contract (the “Contract”) for the Work described as follows:

4TH STREET SEWER UPSIZING PROJECT
(Project Name)

WHEREAS, under the terms of the Contract, the Principal is required before entering upon the performance of the Work, to file a good and sufficient payment Bond with the Public Agency to secure the claims to which reference is made in Title 3 (commencing with Section 9000) of Part 6 of Division 4 of the Civil Code.

NOW, THEREFORE, we, the undersigned Principal, and

(Name and address of Surety)
(“Surety”) a duly admitted surety insurer under the laws of the State of California, as Surety, are held and firmly bound unto the Public Agency and all contractors, subcontractors, laborers, material suppliers, and other persons employed in the performance of the Contract and referred to in Title 3 (commencing with Section 9000) of Part 6 of Division 4 of the Civil Code in the penal sum of
Dollars ($ ), and not less than 100% of total contract amount.

Lawful money of the United States of A merica, for materials furnished or labor thereon of any kind, or for amounts due under the Unemployment Insurance Act with respect to this Work or labor, that the Surety will pay the same in an amount not exceeding the amount hereinabove set forth, and als o in case suit is brought upon this Bond, will pay, in addition to the face amount thereof, costs and reasonable expenses and fees, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, incurred by Public Agency in successfully enforcing this obligation, to be awarded and fixed by the court, and to be taxed as costs and to be included in the judgment therein rendered.

It is hereby expressly stipulated and agreed that this Bond shall inure to the benefit of any and all persons, companies, and corporations entitled to file claims under Title 3 (commencing with Section 9000) of Part 6 of Division 4 of the Civil Code, so as to give a right of action to them or their assigns in any suit brought upon this Bond.

Upon expiration of the time within which the California Labor Commissioner may serve a civil wage and penalty assessment against the principal, any of its subcontractors, or both the principal and its subcontractors pursuant to Labor Code Section 1741, and upon expiration of the time within which a joint labor management committee may commence an action against the principal, any of its subcontractors, or both the principal and its subcontractors pursuant to Labor Code C-10

Section 1771.2, if the condition of this Bond be fully performed, then this obligation shall become null and void; otherwise, it shall be and remain in full force and effect.

The Surety hereby stipulates and agrees that no change, extension of time, alteration, or addition to the terms of the Contract or the plans and Specifications accompanying the same shall in any manner affect its obligations on this Bond, and it does hereb y waive notice of any such change, extension, alteration, or addition.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, two (2) identical counterparts of this instrument, each of which shall for all purposes be deemed an original hereof, have been duly executed by Principal and Surety, on the date set forth below, the name of each corporate party being hereto affixed and these presents duly signed by its undersigned representative(s) pursuant to authority of its governing body.

Dated:

“Principal”

By:

Its

By:

Its

(Seal)

“Surety”

By:

Its

By:

Its

(Seal)

Note: This Bond must be executed in duplicate and dated, all signatures must be notarized, and evidence of the authority of any person signing as attorney-in-fact must be attached. DATE OF BOND MUST NOT BE BEFORE DATE OF CONTRACT. Surety companies executing Bonds must appear on the Treasury Department’s most current list (Circular 570 as amended) and be authorized to transact business in the State where the project is located.

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Bond No. __________

FAITHFUL PERFORMANCE BOND
KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS that:

WHEREAS the City of Buena Park (“Public Agency”), has awarded to

(“Principal”)
(Name and address of Contractor)
a contract (the “Contract”) for the Work described as follows:
4TH STREET SEWER UPSIZING PROJECT
(Project name)

which is hereby referred to and made a part hereof; and WHEREAS, Principal is required under the terms of the Contract to furnish a Bond for the faithful performance of the Contract.

NOW, THEREFORE, we, the undersigned Principal, and

,
(Name and address of Surety)
(“Surety”) a duly admitted surety insurer under the laws of the State of California, as Surety, are held and firmly bound unto the Public Agency in the penal sum of

Dollars ($ ), this amount being not less than
100% of the total Contract Price, in lawful money of the United States of America, for the payment of which sum well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, our heirs, successors executors and administrators, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.

THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH THAT, if the hereby bounded Principal, his, her or its heirs, executors, administrators, successors or assigns, shall in all things stand to and abide by, and well and truly keep and perform the covenants, condition s and provisions in the Contract and any alteration thereof made as therein provided, on the Principal’s part, to be kept and performed at the time and in the manner therein specified, and in all respects according to their true intent and meaning, and sha ll indemnify and save harmless the Public Agency, its officers, agents and employees, as therein stipulated, then this obligation shall become null and void; otherwise, it shall be and remain in full force and effect.

As a part of the obligation secured hereby and in addition to the face amount specified therefor, there shall be included costs and reasonable expenses and fees, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, incurred by Public Agency in successfully enforcing such obligation, all to be taxed as costs and included in any judgment rendered. Surety hereby waives any statute of limitations as it applies to an action on this Bond.

The Surety, for value received, hereby stipulates and agrees that no change, extension of time, alteration or addition to the terms of the Contract or of the Work to be performed thereunder or the plans and specifications accompanying the same shall in anywise affect its obligations under C-12

this Bond, and it does hereby waive notice of any such change, extension of time, alteration or addition to the terms of the Contract or to the Work or to the specifications. Surety hereby waives the provisions of California Civil Code Sections 2845 and 2 849. The City is the principal beneficiary of this Bond and has all rights of a party hereto.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, two (2) identical counterparts of this instrument, each of which shall for all purposes be deemed an original hereof, have been duly executed by Principal and Surety, on the date set forth below, the name of each corporate party being hereto affixed and these presents duly signed by its undersigned representative(s) pursuant to authority of its governing body.

Dated:

“Principal”

By:

Its

By:

Its

(Seal)

“Surety”

By:

Its

By:

Its

(Seal)

Note: This Bond must be executed in duplicate and dated, all signatures must be notarized, and evidence of the authority of any person signing as attorney -in-fact must be attached. DATE OF BOND MUST NOT BE BEFORE DATE OF CONTRACT. Surety companies executing Bonds must appear on the Treasury Department’s most current list (Circular 570 as amended) and be authorized to transact business in the State where the project is located.

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WORKERS’ COMPENSATION

CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE
WHEREAS, the City of Buena Park (“City”) has required certain insurance to be provided by:

NOW THEREFORE, the undersigned insurance company does hereby certify that it has issued the policy or policies described below to the following named insureds and that the same are in force at this time:

This certificate is issued to:

City of Buena Park
City Hall
6650 Beach Boulevard
Buena Park, CA 90621
The insureds under such policy or policies are:

Workers’ Compensation Policy or Policies in a form approved by the Insurance Commissioner of California covering all operations of the named insureds as follows:

Policy Number Effective Date Expiration Date

By:

Its Authorized Representative
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PROGRESS PAYMENT SIGNATURE AUTHENTICATION

All company billings submitted for payment shall have the signature of an official of the company authorized to sign a bill and/or collect a check from the City, either on the invoice or an attached cover letter.

The following personnel of _______________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ (Contractor)
are authorized to sign bills and/or receive checks.

NAME TITLE SIGNATURE

Any subsequent changes to supersede this signature list must be requested in writing and accompanied by a
facsimile of this form to be complete in its entirety.

By: ________________________________________________
(name and title)

For: _______________________________________________
(Bidder)

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ADDITIONAL INSURED ENDORSEMENT

COMPREHENSIVE GENERAL LIABILITY

Name and address of named insured (“Named Insured”):

Name and address of insurance company (“Company”):

General description of agreement(s), permit(s), license(s), and/or activity(ies) insured:

Notwithstanding any inconsistent statement in the policy to which this endorsement is attached (the “Policy”) or in any endorsement now or hereafter attached thereto, it is agreed as follows:

1. The City of Buena Park (“Public Agency”), its elected officials, officers, attorneys, agents, employees, and volunteers are additional insureds (the above named additional insureds are hereafter referred to as the “Additional Insureds”) under the Policy in relation to those acti vities described generally above with regard to operations performed by or on behalf of the Named Insured. The Additional Insureds have no liability for the payment of any premiums or assessments under the Policy.

2. The insurance coverages afforded the Additional Insureds under the Policy shall be primary insurance, and no other insurance maintained by the Additional Insureds shall be called upon to contribute with the insurance coverages provided by the Policy.

3. Each insurance coverage under the Policy shall apply separately to each Additional Insured against whom claim is made or suit is brought except with respect to the limits of the Company’s liability.

4. Nothing in this contract of insurance shall be construed to preclude coverage of a claim by one insured under the policy against another insured under the policy. All such claims shall be covered as third-party claims, i.e., in the same manner as if se parate policies had been issued to each insured. Nothing contained in this provision shall operate to increase or replicate the Company’s limits of liability as provided under the policy.

5. The insurance afforded by the Policy for contractual liability insurance (subject to the terms, conditions and exclusions applicable to such insurance) includes liability assumed by the Named Insured under the indemnification and/or hold harmless provis ion(s) contained in or executed in conjunction with the written agreement(s) or permit(s) designated above, between the Named Insured and the Additional Insureds.

6. The policy to which this endorsement is attached shall not be subject to cancellation, change in coverage, reduction of limits (except as the result of the payment of claims), or non - renewal except after written notice to Public Agency, by certified mail, return receipt requested, not less than thirty (30) Days before the effective date thereof. In the event of Company’s failure to comply with this notice provision, the policy as initially drafted will continue in full force and effect until compliance with this notice requirement.

7. Company hereby waives all rights of subrogation and contribution against the Additional Insureds, while acting within the scope of their duties, from all claims, losses and liabilities arising out of or incident to the perils insured against in relation to those activities described generally C-16

above with regard to operations performed by or on behalf of the Named Insured regardless of any prior, concurrent, or subsequent active or passive negligence by the Additional Insureds.

8. It is hereby agreed that the laws of the State of California shall apply to and govern the validity, construction, interpretation, and enforcement of this contract of insurance.

9. This endorsement and all notices given hereunder shall be sent to Public Agency at:

City Manager
City of Buena Park
City Hall
6650 Beach Boulevard
Buena Park, CA 90621

10. Except as stated above and not in conflict with this endorsement, nothing contained herein shall be held to waive, alter or extend any of the limits, agreements, or exclusions of the policy to which this endorsement is attached.

TYPE OF COVERAGES TO WHICH THIS

ENDORSEMENT ATTACHES

POLICY PERIOD

FROM/TO

LIMITS OF

LIABILITY

11. Scheduled items or locations are to be identified on an attached sheet. The following inclusions relate to the above coverages. Includes:
□ Contractual Liability □ Explosion Hazard
□ Owners/Landlords/Tenants □ Collapse Hazard
□ Manufacturers/Contractors □ Underground Property Damage □ Products/Completed Operations □ Pollution Liability □ Broad Form Property Damage □ Liquor Liability
□ Extended Bodily Injury □
□ Broad Form Comprehensive □
General Liability Endorsement □

12. A □ deductible or □ self-insured retention (check one) of $ applies to all coverage(s) except:
if none, so state) . The deductible is applicable □ per claim or □ per occurrence (check one).

13. This is an □ occurrence or □ claims made policy (check one).

14. This endorsement is effective on at 12:01 a.m. and forms a part of Policy Number .

I, (print name), hereby declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California, that I have the authority to bind the Company to this endorsement and that by my execution hereof, I do so bind the Company.

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Signature of Authorized Representative
(Original signature only; no facsimile signature
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ADDITIONAL INSURED ENDORSEMENT

AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY

Name and address of named insured (“Named Insured”):

Name and address of insurance company (“Company”):

General description of agreement(s), permit(s), license(s), and/or activity(ies) insured:

Notwithstanding any inconsistent statement in the policy to which this endorsement is attached (the “Policy”) or in any endorsement now or hereafter attached thereto, it is agreed as follows:

1. The City of Buena Park (“Public Agency”), its elected officials, officers, attorneys, agents, employees, and volunteers are additional insureds (the above named additional insureds are hereafter referred to as the “Additional Insureds”) under the Policy in relation to those activities described generally above with regard to operations performed by or on behalf of the Named Insured. The Additional Insureds have no liability for the payment of any premiums or assessments under the Policy.

2. The insurance coverages afforded the Additional Insureds under the Policy shall be primary insurance, and no other insurance maintained by the Additional Insureds shall be called upon to contribute with the insurance coverages provided by the Policy.

3. Each insurance coverage under the Policy shall apply separately to each Additional Insured against whom claim is made or suit is brought except with respect to the limits of the Company’s liability.

4. Nothing in this contract of insurance shall be construed to preclude coverage of a claim by one insured under the policy against another insured under the policy. All such claims shall be covered as third-party claims, i.e., in the same manner as if separate policies had been issued to each insured. Nothing contained in this provision shall operate to increase or replicate the Company’s limits of liability as provided under the policy.

5. The insurance afforded by the Policy for contractual liability insurance (subject to the terms, conditions and exclusions applicable to such insurance) includes liability assumed by the Named Insured under the indemnification and/or hold harmless provis ion(s) contained or executed in conjunction with the written agreement(s) or permit(s) designated above, between the Named Insured and the Additional Insureds.

6. The policy to which this endorsement is attached shall not be subject to cancellation, change in coverage, reduction of limits (except as the result of the payment of claims), or non -renewal except after written notice to Public Agency, by certified mai l, return receipt requested, not less than thirty (30) Days before the effective date thereto. In the event of Company’s failure to comply with this notice provision, the policy as initially drafted will continue in full force and effect until compliance with this notice requirement.

7. Company hereby waives all rights of subrogation and contribution against the Additional Insureds, while acting within the scope of their duties, from all claims, losses and liabilities arising out of or incident to the perils insured against in relation to those activities described generally above with regard to operations performed by or on behalf of the Named Insured regardless of any prior, concurrent, or subsequent active or passive negligence by the Additional Insureds.

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8. It is hereby agreed that the laws of the State of California shall apply to and govern the validity, construction, interpretation, and enforcement of this contract of insurance.

9. This endorsement and all notices given hereunder shall be sent to Public Agency at:

City Manager
City of Buena Park
City Hall
6650 Beach Boulevard
Buena Park, CA 90621

10. Except as stated above and not in conflict with this endorsement, nothing contained herein shall be held to waive, alter or extend any of the limits, agreements, or exclusions of the policy to which this endorsement is attached.

TYPE OF COVERAGES TO WHICH THIS

ENDORSEMENT ATTACHES

POLICY PERIOD

FROM/TO

LIMITS OF

LIABILITY

11. Scheduled items or locations are to be identified on an attached sheet. The following inclusions relate to the above coverages. Includes:
□ Any Automobiles □ Truckers Coverage
□ All Owned Automobiles □ Motor Carrier Act
□ Non-owned Automobiles □ Bus Regulatory Reform Act
□ Hired Automobiles □ Public Livery Coverage
□ Scheduled Automobiles □
□ Garage Coverage □

12. A □ deductible or □ self-insured retention (check one) of $ applies to all coverage(s) except: (if none, so state) . The deductible is applicable □ per claim or □ per occurrence (check one).

13. This is an □ occurrence or □ claims made policy (check one).

14. This endorsement is effective on ______________ at 12:01 a.m. and forms a part of Policy Number _________.

I, (print name), hereby declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California, that I have the authority to bind the Company to this endorsement and that by my execution hereof, I do so bind the Company.

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Signature of Authorized Representative
(Original signature only; no facsimile signature
Telephone No.: ( ) or initialed signature accepted)

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ADDITIONAL INSURED ENDORSEMENT

EXCESS LIABILITY

Name and address of named insured (“Named Insured”):

Name and address of insurance company (“Company”):

General description of agreement(s), permit(s), license(s), and/or activity(ies) insured:

Notwithstanding any inconsistent statement in the policy to which this endorsement is attached (the “Policy”) or in any endorsement now or hereafter attached thereto, it is agreed as follows:

1. The City of Buena Park(“Public Agency”), its elected officials, officers, attorneys, agents, employees, and volunteers are additional insureds (the above named additional insureds are hereafter referred to as the “Additional Insureds”) under the Policy in relation to those activities described generally above with regard to operations performed by or on behalf of the Named Insured. The Additional Insureds have no liability for the payment of any premiums or assessments under the Policy.

2. The insurance coverages afforded the Additional Insureds under the Policy shall be primary insurance, and no other insurance maintained by the Additional Insureds shall be called upon to contribute with the insurance coverages provided by the Policy.

3. Each insurance coverage under the Policy shall apply separately to each Additional Insured against whom claim is made or suit is brought, except with respect to the limits of the Company’s liability.

4. Nothing in this contract of insurance shall be construed to preclude coverage of a claim by one insured under the policy against another insured under the policy. All such claims shall be covered as third-party claims, i.e., in the same manner as if separate policies had been issued to each insured. Nothing contained in this provision shall operate to increase or replicate the Company’s limits of liability as provided under the policy.

5. The insurance afforded by the Policy for contractual liability insurance (subject to the terms, conditions and exclusions applicable to such insurance) includes liability assumed by the Named Insured under the indemnification and/or hold harmless provis ion(s) contained in or executed in conjunction with the written agreement(s) or permit(s) designated above, between the Named Insured and the Additional Insureds.

6. The policy to which this endorsement is attached shall not be subject to cancellation, change in coverage, reduction of limits (except as the result of the payment of claims), or non -renewal except after written notice to Public Agency, by certified mai l, return receipt requested, not less than thirty (30) Days before the effective date thereto. In the event of Company’s failure to comply with this notice provision, the policy as initially drafted will continue in full force and effect until compliance with this notice requirement.

7. Company hereby waives all rights of subrogation and contribution against the Additional Insureds, while acting within the scope of their duties, from all claims, losses and liabilities arising out of or incident to the perils insured against in relation to those activities described generally above with C-20

regard to operations performed by or on behalf of the Named Insured regardless of any prior, concurrent, or subsequent active or passive negligence by the Additional Insureds.

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thesolisgroup.com
June 25, 2026
Jason Tran
Associate Engineer
City of Buena Park
6650 Beach Boulevard
Buena Park, CA 90621
Re: Proposal to provide CWA Administration Services for the 4th St Sewer Upsizing Project
Dear Jason Tran,
The Solís Group (TSG) is pleased to submit this cost proposal to provide CWA administration services required for the above referenced project. The work scope for this assignment is based on our proposal dated June 3, 2022. Our cost proposal based on information provided by the City is summarized below.

Project Description
Construction
Value
Estimated Duration
(including 2 month closeout)
Monthly
Fee
Life of Project
Cost Estimate
4th St Sewer Upsizing $ 770,000 4 Months $ 1,245 $ 4,980 TOTAL COST $ 4,980
If actual construction (including punch list) and closeout extends beyond the planned duration, we will examine the need for additional budget.

We appreciate the opportunity to serve the City. If you have any questions regarding this cost proposal, please contact the undersigned. Please send Notice-to-Proceed to Sabrina Cristi, Accounting Assistant, at [email protected].

Sincerely,
Gonzalo Armijos
Vice President of Business Development

July 14, 2026

NEW BUSINESS
Item No. 5B.

City Council Agenda Report

RESOLUTION APPROVING A PUBLICLY AVAILABLE PAY SCHEDULE

PREPARED BY PRESENTED BY
Eddie Fenton, Assistant City Manager/Director of
Human Resources Rebecca Valdez, Human Resources Manager

DEPARTMENT HEAD APPROVAL CITY MANAGER APPROVAL
Eddie Fenton, Assistant City Manager/Human
Resources Director Aaron France, City Manager

RECOMMENDED ACTION
1) Adopt a resolution approving a publicly available pay schedule.

PREVIOUS CITY COUNCIL ACTION
None.

DISCUSSION
The City of Buena Park contracts with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide pension benefits for its employees. The Public Employees' Retirement Law (PERL) Government Code Sections 20636 and 20636.1 define compensation earnable for state, school, and public agency members of CaIPERS. In order to meet the definition of compensation earnable, an amount of pay must either constitute pay rate or special compensation, as defined in the statutes. Section 20636(d) further requires that pay rate and special compensation schedules, ordinances, or similar documents be public records available for public scrutiny.

The City, as part of the City Council's Strategic Plan to provide transparency, accessibility, and openness in its operations, has posted employees' contracts, memorandum of understandings ( MOUs), compensation plans, and employee pay information on the City's website at www.buenapark.com. However, California Code of Regulations (CCR) Section 570.5 clarifies the requirement that "publicly available pay schedules" must be duly approved and adopted by the City Council in one document to facilitate public disclosure. Due to the importance of correct payroll reporting in administering the PERL and CalPERS member benefits, CalPERS sent a Circular Letter to remind all employers of the law and the criteria for reporting compensation earnable.

CCR 570.5 outlines the required elements necessary to meet the definition for a publicly available pay schedule as follows:
(a) For purposes of determining the amount of "compensation earnable" pursuant to Government Code Sections 20630, 20636, and 20636.1, payrate shall be limited to the amount listed on a pay schedule that meets all of the following requirements:

1. Has been duly approved and adopted by the employer's governing body in accordance with requirements of applicable public meeting laws;

2. Identifies the position title for every employee position;

3. Shows the pay rate for each identified position, which may be stated as a single amount or as multiple amounts within a range;

4. Indicates the time base, including, but not limited to, whether the time base is hourly, daily, bi- weekly, monthly, bi- monthly, or annually;

5. Is posted at the office of the employer or immediately accessible and available for public review from the employer during normal business hours or posted on the employer's internet website;

6. Indicates an effective date and date of any revisions;

7. Is retained by the employer and available for public inspection for not less than five years; and

8. Does not reference another document in lieu of disclosing the pay rate.

All eight requirements must be met in one pay schedule for each member's pay, in order for CaIPERS to approve the pay amount as pay rate and reportable compensation earnable.

In an effort to meet all of the requirements listed above, Attachment No. 1 of the proposed resolution, which will be posted online upon approval, contains the pay schedule for all City employees, including the City Manager and Executive Team, and City Council Members in a clear and easy-to-read format. Each time a salary increase is approved, this pay schedule must be updated and approved by the City Council.

Special Compensation requirements are incorporated in each respective employee contract, MOU, and Compensation Plan and were previously approved in a public meeting by the City Council. These agreements have also been posted on the City's website at www.buenapark.com.

BUDGET IMPACT
There is no impact to the budget from the adoption of the proposed resolution. No changes to the pay schedule are recommended at this time and the rates listed in the pay schedule have been previously adopted by the City Council and are included in the budget.

Attachments
Reso Publicly Available Salary Schedule 2026 Reso Att1of2.pdf 2026.07.04 All Salary Grades.pdf
RESOLUTION NO. ______

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF

THE CITY OF BUENA PARK, CALIFORNIA,

APPROVING A PUBLICLY AVAILABLE PAY

SCHEDULE AS REQUIRED BY CALIFORNIA
CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 2, SECTION
570.5

WHEREAS, California Code o f Regulations, Title 2, Section 570.5 requires that California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) member agencies adopt a publicly available pay schedule; and

WHEREAS, the City’s individual employees’ Contracts, MOUs, and Compensation Plans were previously duly approved and adopted by the City Council and posted on the City’s website; and

WHEREAS, All California Code o f Regulations, Title 2, Section 570.5 requirements must be met in one pay schedule for each member’s pay in order for CalPERS to approve the pay amount as reportable compensation; and

WHEREAS, the pay schedule must identify each position by title, the individual pay rate amount and ranges for each position, the time base upon which the amounts are based , and an effective date retroactive to July 4, 2026; and

WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City Council to approve a publicly available pay schedule in a clear and easy to read format to facilitate public di sclosure of pay information for public employees, and to ensure it complies with State law.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Buena Park does hereby resolve, determine, and order as follows:

Section 1: The Publicly Available Pay Schedule as described in Attachment No. 1 of this resolution is hereby approved.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this 14th day of July 2026, by the following called vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS:

__________________________________
RESOLUTION NO. ______

Mayor
ATTEST:

_______________________________
City Clerk

I, Adria M. Vicuna, City Clerk of the City of Buena Park, California, hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly and regularly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Buena Park, held this 14th day of July 2026.

______________________________________
City Clerk

CITY OF BUENA PARK
Pay Schedule By Classification
Effective July 4, 2026
Position Unit Grade Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Account Clerk BPTOP 117 25.16 4,361 52,333 26.37 4,571 54,850 27.59 4,782 57,387 28.94 5,016 60,195 30.35 5,261 63,128 31.78 5,509 66,102 32.58 5,647 67,766 Accountant BPTOP 136 39.46 6,840 82,077 41.41 7,178 86,133 43.42 7,526 90,314 45.56 7,897 94,765 47.78 8,282 99,382 50.10 8,684 104,208 51.35 8,901 106,808 Accounting Technician BPTOP 125 30.42 5,273 63,274 31.87 5,524 66,290 33.36 5,782 69,389 35.02 6,070 72,842 36.72 6,365 76,378 38.46 6,666 79,997 39.43 6,835 82,014 Administrative Assistant BPPA 225 30.89 5,354 64,251 32.46 5,626 67,517 34.09 5,909 70,907 35.78 6,202 74,422 37.56 6,510 78,125 39.44 6,836 82,035 Administrative Assistant BPTOP 123 28.97 5,022 60,258 30.40 5,269 63,232 31.84 5,519 66,227 33.35 5,781 69,368 35.00 6,067 72,800 36.68 6,358 76,294 37.59 6,516 78,187 Administrative Intern* Non-Represented 17 22.50 3,900 46,800 23.63 4,096 49,150 Assistant City Clerk Mid Management 800 46.64 8,084 97,011 48.90 8,476 101,712 51.31 8,894 106,725 53.79 9,324 111,883 56.43 9,781 117,374 58.12 10,074 120,890 Assistant City Engineer Mid Management 820 75.63 13,109 157,310 79.35 13,754 165,048 83.25 14,430 173,160 87.35 15,141 181,688 91.67 15,890 190,674 94.42 16,366 196,394 Assistant Engineer BPTOP 141 44.55 7,722 92,664 46.71 8,096 97,157 48.99 8,492 101,899 51.37 8,904 106,850 53.87 9,338 112,050 56.48 9,790 117,478 57.89 10,034 120,411 Assistant Planner BPTOP 134 37.68 6,531 78,374 39.46 6,840 82,077 41.40 7,176 86,112 43.42 7,526 90,314 45.55 7,895 94,744 47.75 8,277 99,320 48.95 8,485 101,816 Associate Engineer Mid Management 810 59.37 10,291 123,490 62.30 10,799 129,584 65.35 11,327 135,928 68.54 11,880 142,563 71.91 12,464 149,573 74.07 12,839 154,066 Associate Plan Check Engineer Mid Management 810 59.37 10,291 123,490 62.30 10,799 129,584 65.35 11,327 135,928 68.54 11,880 142,563 71.91 12,464 149,573 74.07 12,839 154,066 Associate Planner BPTOP 141 44.55 7,722 92,664 46.71 8,096 97,157 48.99 8,492 101,899 51.37 8,904 106,850 53.87 9,338 112,050 56.48 9,790 117,478 57.89 10,034 120,411 Building and Safety Manager Mid Management 812 62.30 10,799 129,584 65.36 11,329 135,949 68.55 11,882 142,584 71.93 12,468 149,614 75.44 13,076 156,915 77.71 13,470 161,637 Building Inspector BPTOP 136 39.46 6,840 82,077 41.41 7,178 86,133 43.42 7,526 90,314 45.56 7,897 94,765 47.78 8,282 99,382 50.10 8,684 104,208 51.35 8,901 106,808 Building Inspector Technician BPTOP 133 36.75 6,370 76,440 38.56 6,684 80,205 40.38 6,999 83,990 42.36 7,342 88,109 44.39 7,694 92,331 46.57 8,072 96,866 47.73 8,273 99,278 Bus Driver* Non-Represented 19 25.04 4,340 52,083 26.29 4,557 54,683 27.60 4,784 57,408 28.98 5,023 60,278 30.43 5,275 63,294 Business License Inspector Non-Represented 11 27.38 4,746 56,950 28.75 4,983 59,800 30.19 5,233 62,795 31.70 5,495 65,936 33.29 5,770 69,243 Buyer BPTOP 126 31.15 5,399 64,792 32.62 5,654 67,850 34.21 5,930 71,157 35.84 6,212 74,547 37.60 6,517 78,208 39.41 6,831 81,973 40.39 7,001 84,011 Cashier* Non-Represented 3 20.45 3,545 42,536 21.47 3,721 44,658 Code Enforcement Officer BPTOP 134 37.68 6,531 78,374 39.46 6,840 82,077 41.40 7,176 86,112 43.42 7,526 90,314 45.55 7,895 94,744 47.75 8,277 99,320 48.95 8,485 101,816 Code Enforcement Supervisor Mid Management 806 53.94 9,350 112,195 56.54 9,800 117,603 59.30 10,279 123,344 62.20 10,781 129,376 65.24 11,308 135,699 67.19 11,646 139,755 Code Enforcement Technician BPTOP 121 27.63 4,789 57,470 28.97 5,022 60,258 30.36 5,262 63,149 31.82 5,516 66,186 33.33 5,777 69,326 34.98 6,063 72,758 35.85 6,214 74,568 Community Outreach Coordinator BPTOP 123 28.97 5,022 60,258 30.40 5,269 63,232 31.84 5,519 66,227 33.35 5,781 69,368 35.00 6,067 72,800 36.68 6,358 76,294 37.59 6,516 78,187 Community Service Aide* Non-Represented 17 22.50 3,900 46,800 23.63 4,096 49,150 Community Services Coordinator BPTOP 131 35.05 6,075 72,904 36.76 6,372 76,461 38.57 6,686 80,226 40.38 6,999 83,990 42.36 7,342 88,109 44.39 7,694 92,331 45.51 7,888 94,661 Community Services Leader I* Non-Represented 1 20.27 3,513 42,162 Community Services Leader II* Non-Represented 3 20.45 3,545 42,536 21.47 3,721 44,658 Community Services Supervisor Mid Management 801 47.79 8,284 99,403 50.13 8,689 104,270 52.57 9,112 109,346 55.16 9,561 114,733 57.83 10,024 120,286 59.57 10,326 123,906 Consultant/Specialist Non-Represented 96 28.67 4,969 59,634 126.41 21,911 262,933 Crimes Analyst BPPA 243 44.27 7,674 92,082 46.49 8,058 96,699 48.80 8,459 101,504 51.24 8,882 106,579 53.80 9,325 111,904 56.49 9,792 117,499 Crimes Analyst Assistant BPPA 227 29.82 5,169 62,026 31.31 5,427 65,125 32.87 5,698 68,370 34.53 5,985 71,822 36.25 6,283 75,400 38.05 6,595 79,144 Driver/Scheduler BPCEA 521 27.63 4,789 57,470 28.96 5,020 60,237 30.36 5,262 63,149 31.79 5,510 66,123 33.33 5,777 69,326 34.98 6,063 72,758 35.85 6,214 74,568 Economic Development Administrator Mid Management 820 75.63 13,109 157,310 79.35 13,754 165,048 83.25 14,430 173,160 87.35 15,141 181,688 91.67 15,890 190,674 94.42 16,366 196,394 Emergency Services Coordinator* Non-Represented 14 41.60 7,211 86,528 43.68 7,571 90,854 45.86 7,949 95,389 48.15 8,346 100,152 50.56 8,764 105,165 Engineering Aide* Non-Represented 9 25.28 4,382 52,582
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CITY OF BUENA PARK
Pay Schedule By Classification
Effective July 4, 2026
Position Unit Grade Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Step 7Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6
Environmental Inspector BPTOP 132 35.90 6,223 74,672 37.67 6,530 78,354 39.44 6,836 82,035 41.39 7,174 86,091 43.42 7,526 90,314 45.54 7,894 94,723 46.67 8,090 97,074 Executive Assistant BPTOP 131 35.05 6,075 72,904 36.76 6,372 76,461 38.57 6,686 80,226 40.38 6,999 83,990 42.36 7,342 88,109 44.39 7,694 92,331 45.51 7,888 94,661 Facilities and Parks Superintendent Mid Management 806 53.94 9,350 112,195 56.54 9,800 117,603 59.30 10,279 123,344 62.20 10,781 129,376 65.24 11,308 135,699 67.19 11,646 139,755 Facilities Maintenance Supervisor Mid Management 797 43.17 7,483 89,794 45.30 7,852 94,224 47.61 8,252 99,029 49.95 8,658 103,896 52.47 9,095 109,138 54.04 9,367 112,403 Facilities Maintenance Technician BPCEA 526 31.15 5,399 64,792 32.62 5,654 67,850 34.21 5,930 71,157 35.87 6,218 74,610 37.60 6,517 78,208 39.42 6,833 81,994 40.40 7,003 84,032 Facilities Maintenance Worker BPCEA 522 28.30 4,905 58,864 29.67 5,143 61,714 31.08 5,387 64,646 32.58 5,647 67,766 34.14 5,918 71,011 35.79 6,204 74,443 36.69 6,360 76,315 Finance Manager Mid Management 814 65.39 11,334 136,011 68.57 11,886 142,626 71.96 12,473 149,677 75.50 13,087 157,040 79.22 13,732 164,778 81.60 14,144 169,728 Fleet Maintenance Superintendent Mid Management 806 53.94 8,084 97,011 56.54 8,476 101,712 59.30 8,894 106,725 62.20 9,324 111,883 65.24 9,781 117,374 67.19 10,074 120,890 Fleet Maintenance Supervisor Mid Management 800 46.64 8,084 97,011 48.90 8,476 101,712 51.31 8,894 106,725 53.79 9,324 111,883 56.43 9,781 117,374 58.12 10,074 120,890 Fleet Mechanic BPCEA 529 33.44 5,796 69,555 35.04 6,074 72,883 36.74 6,368 76,419 38.51 6,675 80,101 40.36 6,996 83,949 42.34 7,339 88,067 43.40 7,523 90,272 Forensic Specialist BPPA 234 37.19 6,446 77,355 39.05 6,769 81,224 41.01 7,108 85,301 43.05 7,462 89,544 45.18 7,831 93,974 47.45 8,225 98,696 Homeless Outreach Case Manager Non-Represented 10 30.90 5,356 64,272 32.45 5,625 67,496 34.07 5,905 70,866 35.77 6,200 74,402 37.56 6,510 78,125 Homeless Outreach Coordinator BPTOP 131 35.05 6,075 72,904 36.76 6,372 76,461 38.57 6,686 80,226 40.38 6,999 83,990 42.36 7,342 88,109 44.39 7,694 92,331 45.51 7,888 94,661 Homeless Outreach Supervisor Mid Management 801 47.79 8,284 99,403 50.13 8,689 104,270 52.57 9,112 109,346 55.16 9,561 114,733 57.83 10,024 120,286 59.57 10,326 123,906 Housing and CDBG Analyst BPTOP 141 44.55 7,722 92,664 46.71 8,096 97,157 48.99 8,492 101,899 51.37 8,904 106,850 53.87 9,338 112,050 56.48 9,790 117,478 57.89 10,034 120,411 Housing Specialist BPTOP 132 35.90 6,223 74,672 37.67 6,530 78,354 39.44 6,836 82,035 41.39 7,174 86,091 43.42 7,526 90,314 45.54 7,894 94,723 46.67 8,090 97,074 Human Resources Analyst BPTOP 141 44.55 7,722 92,664 46.71 8,096 97,157 48.99 8,492 101,899 51.37 8,904 106,850 53.87 9,338 112,050 56.48 9,790 117,478 57.89 10,034 120,411 Human Resources Manager Mid Management 814 65.39 11,334 136,011 68.57 11,886 142,626 71.96 12,473 149,677 75.50 13,087 157,040 79.22 13,732 164,778 81.60 14,144 169,728 Human Resources Specialist BPTOP 132 35.90 6,223 74,672 37.67 6,530 78,354 39.44 6,836 82,035 41.39 7,174 86,091 43.42 7,526 90,314 45.54 7,894 94,723 46.67 8,090 97,074 Information Technology Administrator BPPA 251 55.24 9,575 114,899 57.96 10,046 120,557 60.91 10,558 126,693 63.92 11,080 132,954 67.12 11,634 139,610 70.51 12,222 146,661 Information Technology Specialist BPPA 244 45.33 7,857 94,286 47.64 8,258 99,091 49.99 8,665 103,979 52.49 9,098 109,179 55.11 9,552 114,629 57.87 10,031 120,370 Information Technology Supervisor BPPA 252 63.82 11,062 132,746 67.00 11,613 139,360 70.35 12,194 146,328 73.87 12,804 153,650 77.56 13,444 161,325 81.44 14,116 169,395 Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician BPCEA 531 34.67 6,010 72,114 36.39 6,308 75,691 38.21 6,623 79,477 40.12 6,954 83,450 42.12 7,301 87,610 44.24 7,668 92,019 45.34 7,859 94,307 Lead Fleet Mechanic BPCEA 533 36.75 6,370 76,440 38.57 6,686 80,226 40.40 7,003 84,032 42.36 7,342 88,109 44.39 7,694 92,331 46.57 8,072 96,866 47.73 8,273 99,278 Lead Maintenance Worker BPCEA 531 34.67 6,010 72,114 36.39 6,308 75,691 38.21 6,623 79,477 40.12 6,954 83,450 42.12 7,301 87,610 44.24 7,668 92,019 45.34 7,859 94,307 Lead Police Services Officer BPPA 230 33.72 5,845 70,138 35.41 6,138 73,653 37.18 6,445 77,334 39.04 6,767 81,203 40.98 7,103 85,238 43.04 7,460 89,523 Lead Sewer Services Technician BPCEA 534 36.36 6,302 75,629 38.82 6,729 80,746 41.23 7,147 85,758 43.62 7,561 90,730 46.08 7,987 95,846 48.48 8,403 100,838 49.69 8,613 103,355 Lead Signs & Markings Technician BPCEA 531 34.67 6,010 72,114 36.39 6,308 75,691 38.21 6,623 79,477 40.12 6,954 83,450 42.12 7,301 87,610 44.24 7,668 92,019 45.34 7,859 94,307 Lead Water Services Technician BPCEA 534 36.36 6,302 75,629 38.82 6,729 80,746 41.23 7,147 85,758 43.62 7,561 90,730 46.08 7,987 95,846 48.48 8,403 100,838 49.69 8,613 103,355 Lifeguard* Non-Represented 2 19.93 3,455 41,454 20.93 3,628 43,534 21.98 3,810 45,718 23.08 4,001 48,006 24.23 4,200 50,398 Lube Technician* Non-Represented 4 19.41 3,364 40,373 20.38 3,533 42,390 21.40 3,709 44,512 22.47 3,895 46,738 Mailroom Aide BPTOP 113 22.92 3,973 47,674 23.99 4,158 49,899 25.15 4,359 52,312 26.36 4,569 54,829 27.55 4,775 57,304 28.94 5,016 60,195 29.66 5,141 61,693 Maintenance Assistant* Non-Represented 1 20.27 3,513 42,162 Maintenance Helper BPCEA 508 20.40 3,536 42,432 21.37 3,704 44,450 22.35 3,874 46,488 23.40 4,056 48,672 24.54 4,254 51,043 25.69 4,453 53,435 26.33 4,564 54,766 Maintenance Worker BPCEA 522 28.30 4,905 58,864 29.67 5,143 61,714 31.08 5,387 64,646 32.58 5,647 67,766 34.14 5,918 71,011 35.79 6,204 74,443 36.69 6,360 76,315 Management Analyst BPTOP 141 44.55 7,722 92,664 46.71 8,096 97,157 48.99 8,492 101,899 51.37 8,904 106,850 53.87 9,338 112,050 56.48 9,790 117,478 57.89 10,034 120,411

CITY OF BUENA PARK
Pay Schedule By Classification
Effective July 4, 2026
Position Unit Grade Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Step 7Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6
Management Assistant BPTOP 134 37.68 6,531 78,374 39.46 6,840 82,077 41.40 7,176 86,112 43.42 7,526 90,314 45.55 7,895 94,744 47.75 8,277 99,320 48.95 8,485 101,816 Marketing Aide* Non-Represented 17 22.50 3,900 46,800 23.63 4,096 49,150 Marketing Assistant BPTOP 114 23.44 4,063 48,755 24.55 4,255 51,064 25.73 4,460 53,518 26.95 4,671 56,056 28.21 4,890 58,677 29.60 5,131 61,568 30.33 5,257 63,086 Marketing Specialist BPTOP 130 34.23 5,933 71,198 35.90 6,223 74,672 37.66 6,528 78,333 39.43 6,835 82,014 41.38 7,173 86,070 43.40 7,523 90,272 44.48 7,710 92,518 Office Aide* Non-Represented 17 22.50 3,900 46,800 23.63 4,096 49,150 Office Assistant BPTOP 114 23.44 4,063 48,755 24.55 4,255 51,064 25.73 4,460 53,518 26.95 4,671 56,056 28.21 4,890 58,677 29.60 5,131 61,568 30.33 5,257 63,086 Operations Manager Mid Management 820 75.63 13,109 157,310 79.35 13,754 165,048 83.25 14,430 173,160 87.35 15,141 181,688 91.67 15,890 190,674 94.42 16,366 196,394 Payroll Technician BPTOP 129 33.44 5,796 69,555 35.04 6,074 72,883 36.74 6,368 76,419 38.51 6,675 80,101 40.36 6,996 83,949 42.30 7,332 87,984 43.37 7,518 90,210 Permit Technician BPTOP 121 27.63 4,789 57,470 28.97 5,022 60,258 30.36 5,262 63,149 31.82 5,516 66,186 33.33 5,777 69,326 34.98 6,063 72,758 35.85 6,214 74,568 Planning Aide* Non-Represented 9 25.28 4,382 52,582
Planning Manager Mid Management 812 62.30 10,799 129,584 65.36 11,329 135,949 68.55 11,882 142,584 71.93 12,468 149,614 75.44 13,076 156,915 77.71 13,470 161,637 PlanningTechnician BPTOP 121 27.63 4,789 57,470 28.97 5,022 60,258 30.36 5,262 63,149 31.82 5,516 66,186 33.33 5,777 69,326 34.98 6,063 72,758 35.85 6,214 74,568 Police Cadet* Non-Represented 7 26.24 4,548 54,579 27.55 4,775 57,304 28.93 5,015 60,174 30.38 5,266 63,190 31.90 5,529 66,352 Police Captain PMG 720 99.44 17,236 206,835 104.37 18,091 217,090 109.49 18,978 227,739 114.89 19,914 238,971 120.53 20,892 250,702 124.15 21,519 258,232 Police Communications Call Taker Non-Represented 20 28.17 4,883 58,594 29.58 5,127 61,526 31.06 5,384 64,605 32.61 5,652 67,829 34.24 5,935 71,219 Police Corporal BPPA 348 56.91 9,864 118,373 59.72 10,352 124,218 62.76 10,878 130,541 65.90 11,423 137,072 69.13 11,983 143,790 72.62 12,588 151,050 74.81 12,967 155,605 Police Dispatcher BPPA 431 38.14 6,611 79,331 40.06 6,944 83,325 42.04 7,287 87,443 44.12 7,648 91,770 46.35 8,034 96,408 48.67 8,436 101,234 50.12 8,688 104,250 Police Dispatcher Supervisor BPPA 245 51.53 8,932 107,182 54.14 9,384 112,611 56.77 9,840 118,082 59.65 10,339 124,072 62.63 10,856 130,270 65.78 11,402 136,822 67.77 11,747 140,962 Police Lead Dispatcher BPPA 235 43.17 7,483 89,794 45.32 7,856 94,266 47.60 8,251 99,008 49.95 8,658 103,896 52.47 9,095 109,138 55.07 9,546 114,546 56.73 9,833 117,998 Police Lieutenant PMG 714 85.91 14,891 178,693 90.18 15,631 187,574 94.59 16,396 196,747 99.26 17,205 206,461 104.20 18,061 216,736 107.33 18,604 223,246 Police Officer BPPA 345 52.79 9,150 109,803 55.45 9,611 115,336 58.21 10,090 121,077 61.11 10,592 127,109 64.17 11,123 133,474 67.38 11,679 140,150 69.39 12,028 144,331 Police Records Clerk BPPA 419 27.32 4,736 56,826 28.68 4,971 59,654 30.12 5,221 62,650 31.63 5,483 65,790 33.23 5,760 69,118 34.89 6,048 72,571 Police Records Supervisor BPPA 241 44.23 7,667 91,998 46.44 8,050 96,595 48.76 8,452 101,421 51.20 8,875 106,496 53.77 9,320 111,842 56.46 9,786 117,437 Police Recruit BPPA 231 34.57 5,992 71,906 36.30 6,292 75,504 38.12 6,608 79,290 40.05 6,942 83,304 42.03 7,285 87,422 44.11 7,646 91,749 Police Reserve Officer Non-Represented 98 34.65 6,006 72,072 Police Reserve Officer (Extra Duty Detail) Non-Represented 99 51.98 9,010 108,118 Police Sergeant BPPA 354 68.49 11,872 142,459 71.88 12,459 149,510 75.47 13,082 156,978 79.30 13,745 164,944 83.25 14,430 173,160 87.38 15,146 181,750 90.01 15,602 187,221 Police Services Officer BPPA 424 29.62 5,134 61,610 31.11 5,392 64,709 32.67 5,663 67,954 34.27 5,940 71,282 36.02 6,244 74,922 37.83 6,557 78,686 Police Training Assistant* Non-Represented 8 23.92 4,146 49,754 25.12 4,354 52,250 26.38 4,573 54,870 27.70 4,801 57,616 29.09 5,042 60,507 Police Transcriptionist* Non-Represented 5 20.71 3,590 43,077 21.75 3,770 45,240 22.84 3,959 47,507 23.98 4,157 49,878 25.18 4,365 52,374 Pool Manager Non-Represented 12 31.32 5,429 65,146 32.89 5,701 68,411 34.53 5,985 71,822 36.26 6,285 75,421 38.07 6,599 79,186 Principal Engineer Mid Management 814 65.39 11,334 136,011 68.57 11,886 142,626 71.96 12,473 149,677 75.50 13,087 157,040 79.22 13,732 164,778 81.60 14,144 169,728 Principal Plan Check Engineer Mid Management 814 65.39 11,334 136,011 68.57 11,886 142,626 71.96 12,473 149,677 75.50 13,087 157,040 79.22 13,732 164,778 81.60 14,144 169,728 Property Technician BPPA 230 33.72 5,845 70,138 35.41 6,138 73,653 37.18 6,445 77,334 39.04 6,767 81,203 40.98 7,103 85,238 43.04 7,460 89,523 Public Works Inspector BPTOP 136 39.46 6,840 82,077 41.41 7,178 86,133 43.42 7,526 90,314 45.56 7,897 94,765 47.78 8,282 99,382 50.10 8,684 104,208 51.35 8,901 106,808

CITY OF BUENA PARK
Pay Schedule By Classification
Effective July 4, 2026
Position Unit Grade Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Step 7Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6
Public Works Manager Mid Management 814 65.39 11,334 136,011 68.57 11,886 142,626 71.96 12,473 149,677 75.50 13,087 157,040 79.22 13,732 164,778 81.60 14,144 169,728 Purchasing Manager Mid Management 814 65.39 11,334 136,011 68.57 11,886 142,626 71.96 12,473 149,677 75.50 13,087 157,040 79.22 13,732 164,778 81.60 14,144 169,728 Secretary Clerk BPTOP 118 25.74 4,462 53,539 27.03 4,685 56,222 28.27 4,900 58,802 29.67 5,143 61,714 31.06 5,384 64,605 32.57 5,646 67,746 33.39 5,788 69,451 Senior Account Clerk BPPA 223 29.45 5,105 61,256 30.92 5,360 64,314 32.48 5,630 67,558 34.11 5,912 70,949 35.82 6,209 74,506 37.58 6,514 78,166 Sewer Services Superintendent Mid Management 806 53.94 9,350 112,195 56.54 9,800 117,603 59.30 10,279 123,344 62.20 10,781 129,376 65.24 11,308 135,699 67.19 11,646 139,755 Sewer Services Technician BPCEA 522 28.30 4,905 58,864 29.67 5,143 61,714 31.08 5,387 64,646 32.58 5,647 67,766 34.14 5,918 71,011 35.79 6,204 74,443 36.69 6,360 76,315 Sr. Account Clerk BPTOP 122 28.30 4,905 58,864 29.68 5,145 61,734 31.08 5,387 64,646 32.58 5,647 67,766 34.14 5,918 71,011 35.79 6,204 74,443 36.69 6,360 76,315 Sr. Accountant BPTOP 139 42.45 7,358 88,296 44.50 7,713 92,560 46.68 8,091 97,094 48.95 8,485 101,816 51.33 8,897 106,766 53.83 9,331 111,966 55.18 9,565 114,774 Sr. Accounting Technician BPTOP 129 33.44 5,796 69,555 35.04 6,074 72,883 36.74 6,368 76,419 38.51 6,675 80,101 40.36 6,996 83,949 42.30 7,332 87,984 43.37 7,518 90,210 Sr. Administrative Assistant BPPA 228 33.20 5,755 69,056 34.87 6,044 72,530 36.59 6,342 76,107 38.43 6,661 79,934 40.34 6,992 83,907 42.37 7,344 88,130 Sr. Administrative Assistant BPTOP 126 31.15 5,399 64,792 32.62 5,654 67,850 34.21 5,930 71,157 35.84 6,212 74,547 37.60 6,517 78,208 39.41 6,831 81,973 40.39 7,001 84,011 Sr. Building Inspector/Code Enf. BPTOP 139 42.45 7,358 88,296 44.50 7,713 92,560 46.68 8,091 97,094 48.95 8,485 101,816 51.33 8,897 106,766 53.83 9,331 111,966 55.18 9,565 114,774 Sr. Building Inspector/Plan Checker BPTOP 146 50.23 8,707 104,478 52.70 9,135 109,616 55.26 9,578 114,941 57.94 10,043 120,515 60.78 10,535 126,422 63.79 11,057 132,683 65.38 11,333 135,990 Sr. Code Enforcement Officer BPTOP 138 41.42 7,180 86,154 43.44 7,530 90,355 45.57 7,899 94,786 47.78 8,282 99,382 50.10 8,684 104,208 52.53 9,105 109,262 53.84 9,332 111,987 Sr. Community Services Leader* Non-Represented 6 21.98 3,810 45,718 23.08 4,001 48,006 24.23 4,200 50,398 Sr. Engineering Technician BPTOP 138 41.42 7,180 86,154 43.44 7,530 90,355 45.57 7,899 94,786 47.78 8,282 99,382 50.10 8,684 104,208 52.53 9,105 109,262 53.84 9,332 111,987 Sr. Engineering Technician/GIS Specialist BPTOP 144 47.86 8,296 99,549 50.19 8,700 104,395 52.64 9,124 109,491 55.20 9,568 114,816 57.93 10,041 120,494 60.75 10,530 126,360 62.28 10,795 129,542 Sr. Environmental Inspector BPTOP 139 42.45 7,358 88,296 44.50 7,713 92,560 46.68 8,091 97,094 48.95 8,485 101,816 51.33 8,897 106,766 53.83 9,331 111,966 55.18 9,565 114,774 Sr. Human Resources Analyst Mid Management 810 59.37 10,291 123,490 62.30 10,799 129,584 65.35 11,327 135,928 68.54 11,880 142,563 71.91 12,464 149,573 74.07 12,839 154,066 Sr. Lifeguard* Non-Represented 18 21.93 3,801 45,614 23.03 3,992 47,902 24.18 4,191 50,294 25.39 4,401 52,811 26.66 4,621 55,453 Sr. Maintenance Worker BPCEA 526 31.15 5,399 64,792 32.62 5,654 67,850 34.21 5,930 71,157 35.87 6,218 74,610 37.60 6,517 78,208 39.42 6,833 81,994 40.40 7,003 84,032 Sr. Management Analyst Mid Management 810 59.37 10,291 123,490 62.30 10,799 129,584 65.35 11,327 135,928 68.54 11,880 142,563 71.91 12,464 149,573 74.07 12,839 154,066 Sr. Office Assistant BPTOP 116 24.57 4,259 51,106 25.73 4,460 53,518 26.97 4,675 56,098 28.22 4,892 58,698 29.61 5,132 61,589 31.01 5,375 64,501 31.78 5,509 66,102 Sr. Planner BPTOP 146 50.23 8,707 104,478 52.70 9,135 109,616 55.26 9,578 114,941 57.94 10,043 120,515 60.78 10,535 126,422 63.79 11,057 132,683 65.38 11,333 135,990 Sr. Public Works Inspector BPTOP 139 42.45 7,358 88,296 44.50 7,713 92,560 46.68 8,091 97,094 48.95 8,485 101,816 51.33 8,897 106,766 53.83 9,331 111,966 55.18 9,565 114,774 Sr. Sewer Services Technician BPCEA 526 31.15 5,399 64,792 32.62 5,654 67,850 34.21 5,930 71,157 35.87 6,218 74,610 37.60 6,517 78,208 39.42 6,833 81,994 40.40 7,003 84,032 Sr. Traffic Painter BPCEA 526 31.15 5,399 64,792 32.62 5,654 67,850 34.21 5,930 71,157 35.87 6,218 74,610 37.60 6,517 78,208 39.42 6,833 81,994 40.40 7,003 84,032 Sr. Water Services Technician BPCEA 526 31.15 5,399 64,792 32.62 5,654 67,850 34.21 5,930 71,157 35.87 6,218 74,610 37.60 6,517 78,208 39.42 6,833 81,994 40.40 7,003 84,032 Storekeeper BPTOP 125 30.42 5,273 63,274 31.87 5,524 66,290 33.36 5,782 69,389 35.02 6,070 72,842 36.72 6,365 76,378 38.46 6,666 79,997 39.43 6,835 82,014 Street Maintenance Superintendent Mid Management 806 53.94 9,350 112,195 56.54 9,800 117,603 59.30 10,279 123,344 62.20 10,781 129,376 65.24 11,308 135,699 67.19 11,646 139,755 Sustainability Manager Mid Management 818 72.03 12,485 149,822 75.62 13,108 157,290 79.34 13,752 165,027 83.24 14,428 173,139 87.33 15,137 181,646 89.95 15,591 187,096 Traffic Enforcement Specialist BPPA 422 28.47 4,935 59,218 29.89 5,181 62,171 31.38 5,439 65,270 32.95 5,711 68,536 34.60 5,997 71,968 36.33 6,297 75,566 Video Technician Non-Represented 90 28.67 4,969 59,634 61.74 10,702 128,419 Visit Buena Park Director Mid Management 815 67.00 11,613 139,360 70.29 12,184 146,203 73.72 12,778 153,338 77.37 13,411 160,930 81.18 14,071 168,854 83.61 14,492 173,909 Visitor Services and Sales Manager Mid Management 782 29.81 5,167 62,005 31.29 5,424 65,083 32.84 5,692 68,307 34.51 5,982 71,781 36.21 6,276 75,317 37.30 6,465 77,584 Water Loss Specialist BPTOP 139 42.45 7,358 88,296 44.50 7,713 92,560 46.68 8,091 97,094 48.95 8,485 101,816 51.33 8,897 106,766 53.83 9,331 111,966 55.18 9,565 114,774

CITY OF BUENA PARK
Pay Schedule By Classification
Effective July 4, 2026
Position Unit Grade Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Step 7Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6
Water Quality Specialist BPTOP 139 42.45 7,358 88,296 44.50 7,713 92,560 46.68 8,091 97,094 48.95 8,485 101,816 51.33 8,897 106,766 53.83 9,331 111,966 55.18 9,565 114,774 Water Services Manager Mid Management 814 65.39 11,334 136,011 68.57 11,886 142,626 71.96 12,473 149,677 75.50 13,087 157,040 79.22 13,732 164,778 81.60 14,144 169,728 Water Services Technician BPCEA 522 28.30 4,905 58,864 29.67 5,143 61,714 31.08 5,387 64,646 32.58 5,647 67,766 34.14 5,918 71,011 35.79 6,204 74,443 36.69 6,360 76,315 Unit Grade Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Assistant City Manager/Director of Human Resources Executive 101 107.55 18,642 223,704 129.06 22,370 268,445 135.51 23,488 281,861 City Manager Executive 100 125.58 21,767 261,206 150.70 26,121 313,456 158.24 27,428 329,139 Director of Community Development Executive 103 100.63 17,443 209,310 120.75 20,930 251,160 126.79 21,977 263,723 Director of Community Services Executive 105 100.63 17,443 209,310 120.75 20,930 251,160 126.79 21,977 263,723 Director of Finance / Treasurer Executive 103 100.63 17,443 209,310 120.75 20,930 251,160 126.79 21,977 263,723 Director of Government and Community Relations (City Clerk) Executive 109 101.11 17,526 210,309 121.33 21,031 252,366 127.40 22,083 264,992 Director of Public Works / City Engineer Executive 112 100.63 17,443 209,310 120.75 20,930 251,160 126.79 21,977 263,723 Police Chief Executive 111 111.11 19,259 231,109 133.34 23,112 277,347 140.00 24,267 291,200 Minimum Control Point Maximum
July 14, 2026

PUBLIC HEARING
Item No. 6A.

City Council Agenda Report
ORDINANCE APPROVING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (DA-25-1), RESOLUTION APPROVING VARIANCE(V-25-1), PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT, OWNER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT, AND RECIPROCALEASEMENT AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT TO ALLOW THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN AQUARIUM,BUTTERFLY CONSERVATORY AND ASSOCIATED IMPROVEMENTS AT 7711-7733 BEACH BOULEVARD

PREPARED BY PRESENTED BY
Matt Foulkes, Director of Community and Economic
Development
Matt Foulkes, Director of Community and Economic
Development

DEPARTMENT HEAD APPROVAL CITY MANAGER APPROVAL
Matt Foulkes, Director of Community & Economic
Development Aaron France, City Manager

RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the City Council conduct a public hearing and after considering evidence presented take the following actions: 1) Adopt an Ordinance approving Development Agreement (DA-25-1), and find that the project is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21083.3 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15183; 2) Adopt a Resolution approving Variance (V-25-1); 3) Approve an Agreement for the Purchase, Sale, and Development of Real Property (PSA), Owner Participation Agreement (OPA) and Reciprocal Easement and Maintenance Agreement for the sale, development, continued operation of an entertainment development comprised of an aquarium, a butterfly conservatory, ancillary retail uses, and associated on- and off-site improvements for the City-owned property located at 7711-7733 Beach Boulevard; 4) Authorize the City Manager and City Attorney to make any reasonable, non-monetary changes to the agreements necessary to effectuate the transaction; and 5) Authorize the City Manager and City Clerk to execute the transaction agreements on behalf of the City.

PREVIOUS CITY COUNCIL ACTION
The City issued a request for proposals (RFP) seeking competitive proposals to purchase and develop the subject property with an entertainment use.

The City Council approved an Exclusive Negotiating Agreement (ENA) with Buena Park Boardwalk on November 12, 2024.

The City Council approved an extension to the ENA on May 13, 2025.

The City Council approved a second extension to the ENA on September 23, 2025.

The Planning Commission considered the requested applications at its meeting on May 27, 2026. Following a presentation from staff, testimony from the applicant and the public, and deliberation from the Planning Commission, the Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council approve the requested entitlements (5-0-0).

DISCUSSION
The proposed Project is located on the west side of Beach Boulevard within the Entertainment Corridor Specific Plan (ECSP) and has a General Plan Land Use Designation of Tourist-Entertainment (TE). The approximately 8.63- acre site is comprised of three separate parcels - all owned by the City. Land uses directly adjacent to the site include the Courtyard Marriott hotel to the north, Rock and Brews restaurant to the south, Medieval Times to the east, and single-family residential and the Southern California Edison (SCE) right-of-way to the west.

The site was previously developed with the Movieland Wax Museum, Po Folks Restaurant, and a Starbucks Coffee building. The Movieland Wax Museum and Po Folks Restaurant were demolished in October 2016. That same year, the City Council approved Ordinance No. 1617 and Development Agreement DA16-005 approving a Butterfly Pavillion and restaurant at the property. The Butterfly Pavillion included a movie theater, greenhouse, horticulture area and viewing room, retail store, and party rooms. Building permits were issued in April 2017, and the foundation portion was completed in June 2017. Construction ceased at the property in late 2017, with only portions of walls for the butterfly atrium and theater completed. The property changed ownership in 2019 and was ultimately repurchased by the City in July 2022. In 2024, the Starbucks Building was demolished along with the above-ground portions of incomplete construction of the prior development. The site is currently vacant, except for dirt piles from prior site grading and below-ground construction (footings and foundations).

The Buena Park Boardwalk Project ("Project") includes the demolition and removal of the dirt piles and below- ground footings/foundations for the development of an Aquarium (including restaurant) that will be approximately 75,000 square feet and have a building height of 37 feet. Additionally, a Butterfly Exhibit and Atrium (including restaurant) will be constructed that is approximately 45,000 square feet and has a building height of 30 feet.

Between the aquarium and butterfly buildings there is a 50-foot-wide meandering walkway, which will include robust landscaping, seating and shade structures. This area not only serves as the primary pedestrian thoroughfare from Beach Boulevard but is also planned as an outdoor venue space for events, movies, musical acts and pop-up markets. Other commercial/retail spaces of approximately 5,500 square feet are incorporated into the butterfly and aquarium buildings and will provide complementary food and retail uses. Site improvements include a new parking lot, landscaping (107 new trees and 47,000 square feet of new plants, shrubs, and groundcover), utility connections and street frontage improvements (sidewalk, hardscape, driveways, curb and gutter).

Parking / Site Access
The project site will be accessed from two driveways along Beach Boulevard. The first driveway is located at the signalized intersection on the northern end of the property. A second driveway is located near the southern end of the property. The signalized intersection will allow all turning movements for vehicles entering or exiting the property, while the southern driveway will be a right-in, right-out movement because of the existing median on Beach Boulevard. An existing left turn pocket is provided to allow patrons exiting the site from the southern driveway to make a u-turn prior to reaching the intersection of Beach Boulevard and La Palma Avenue. Internal site circulation will allow patrons, staff, deliveries, trash collections and emergency access to circulate through the various parking areas around the site. A total of 550 on-site parking spaces are provided, including the required electric vehicle (EV) and accessible parking spaces. Additionally, the proposed parking lots will connect to the City- leased parking area located to the west of the project site within the SCE easement area (“SCE Lot”), which provides an additional 212 parking spaces for public use. Through the SCE Lot, vehicles can also exit onto Western Avenue.

A guest drop-off/pick-up area is provided on the southern side of the development near the ticketing window.

An OCTA bus stop is located along the Beach Boulevard frontage, which aligns with the central walkway (boardwalk) and will provide direct access for bus riders to enter the site.

Based on Municipal Code ("Code") parking requirements, the Project requires a total of 396 parking stalls. This parking requirement was calculated using the square footage for each of the individual uses proposed (restaurant, retail, exhibit spaces). The Project will provide 550 on-site parking spaces, which exceeds the minimum code requirement by 154 spaces. In addition to the Code analysis, the City and Developer contracted with a parking/traffic consultant to calculate the estimated parking demand based on parking surveys conducted at a similar facility in Arizona. The result of those parking surveys concluded that the estimated peak parking demand for the Project is approximately 478 spaces. Based on the estimated peak parking demand, the proposed 550 onsite parking spaces, along with the additional 212 overflow parking stalls in the adjacent SCE Lot, are more than sufficient to provide adequate parking supply to support peak parking demand without impacting the adjacent uses or public right-of-way.

Architecture/Design
The ECSP is intended to provide for the continued development and enhancement of integrated major tourist/entertainment attractions and visitor serving commercial uses. Within the ESCP there are four design theme districts, which are intended to create visual interest along the corridor and provide general design guidelines for the projects that develop within each district. The subject property is located within the Theater District. This design district includes several other major tourist attractions including Medieval Times, Pirates Dinner Adventure and Porto’s Bakery. Buildings within the Theater District are intended to be “larger than life” and create a “world within itself”. The Buena Park Boardwalk has been designed to support and complement these design concepts and has incorporated a 47-foot-tall shark, which partially protrudes from the northeast corner of the aquarium building and oversized butterflies and signage along the eastern and northern sides of the butterfly exhibit and conservatory building. These oversized and whimsical elements combined with the robust landscaping, hardscape and project signage are intended to draw attention to the project and provide visual interest. The exterior of the aquarium building will be a mixture of stucco, metal, and glass. In addition to the 3D shark feature, a large wall mural is planned for the wall directly adjacent to the main aquarium entrance.

The Butterfly exhibit and conservatory will also be a mixture of stucco, metal and glass. The conservatory portion of the building, which has its primary frontage along Beach Boulevard, will include partial glass walls and a glass roof which will provide visibility into the butterfly conservatory from the exterior and create the necessary greenhouse environment to support the butterflies and plant species within the conservatory building. Bright colors, a mixture of materials and textures, varied wall and roof heights and robust landscaping along the project frontage and within the boardwalk area result in a project which exemplifies the intent of the Theater District design characteristics and supports the Entertainment Corridor theme.

Entitlements Required
The following entitlements are required for this project:

Development Agreement – A Development Agreement is required for any development occurring within the ECSP (Sub-District C-2). The requirement for a Development Agreement recognizes the unique and specific nature of projects within this sub-district and includes project elements related to payment of fees, permitted uses, project construction schedules and development plans.

Variance – The project proposes to retain the existing mature cypress trees located along the western boundary of the site, which requires a variance for a reduction in landscape setbacks within the ECSP.

Purchase and Sale Agreement (PSA) – For the sale of City-owned property, which includes provisions related to City review of project financing, schedule of performance, and construction covenants. This document includes two attachments:

Owner Participation Agreement (OPA) – A contractual agreement between the City and the developer which, in conjunction with the Development Agreement and Reciprocal Easement and Maintenance Agreement, specifies how the site will be developed and operated in exchange for City financial assistance. The OPA also outlines the various public benefits that will be provided by the project to the community.

Reciprocal Easement and Maintenance Agreement – For the provision and maintenance of a walkway that connects the public parking lot (SCE Lot) to Beach Boulevard along the southern property line. This agreement also provides the developer with non-exclusive access to the parking lot for parking and specifies that a minimum of 25 parking spaces shall be reserved for Rock and Brews restaurant within this parking area.

Development Agreement
Government Code Section §65864, et seq. authorizes cities to enter into binding development agreements with persons having legal or equitable interests in real property for the development of such property. In addition to the Development Plans, the Development Agreement contains other provisions related to the project development, use of the property, payment of fees, term of the agreement and schedule of performance for project construction milestones.

Pursuant to Government Code Sections 65864–65869.5, a legislative body can only approve a development agreement by adopting an ordinance after a public hearing. The governing body must explicitly make the following findings to support the approval of the agreement:

1. The provisions of the Development Agreement and proposed project are consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plans.

2. The location and design set forth in the Development Agreement will be compatible with the existing and anticipated development in the vicinity and will enhance site and area aesthetics.

3. The Development Agreement will continue to produce an environment of stable and desirable character, will not significantly impact traffic on the surrounding streets, and will include adequate on-site circulation as well as improved pedestrian access.

The proposed aquarium and butterfly exhibit along with the other proposed site improvements are consistent with, and support the vision for, both the ECSP and the Tourist Entertainment General Plan Land Use Designation. This Tourist Entertainment designation includes all properties within the ECSP and is focused on land uses which provide or support entertainment and tourist-related activities unique to Buena Park. The proposed project also supports several policies within the Land Use and Community Design (Chapter 2) and Economic Development Element (Chapter 9) of the General Plan by promoting the redevelopment of a currently vacant site within the ECSP, providing employment opportunities and adding to the diversity of entertainment uses and activities which encourage tourists to extend the duration of their visit in the City.

Additionally, the project has been thoughtfully designed to minimize impacts on adjacent properties. On-site parking, loading areas, drop-offs and bike parking have been provided in excess of the anticipated parking demand to ensure that parking does not spill over onto adjacent properties or onto public rights-of-way. The buildings have been oriented towards Beach Boulevard with approximately 200 feet of parking and landscape setbacks located to the west and 150 feet to the south to minimize sound and visual impacts to adjacent properties, with particular focus on ensuring the single-family residential to the west is not impacted. Lastly, the Project site has been designed to provide adequate vehicle and pedestrian circulation with multiple entrance/exit driveways on Beach Boulevard and an overflow exit to Western Avenue through the SCE Lot to the west.

Variance
BPMC Section 19.132.010 (Variance) is a procedure established to review deviations from the strict application of the requirements of the Code in special circumstances where the requirements unintentionally discriminate against a particular property because of unusual and unanticipated circumstances. Pursuant to the development standards for the ECSP, a 10-foot landscape setback is required where a property line is adjacent to a residential zone. The western property line of the subject property is adjacent to single-family homes on El Caney Drive. Currently, there are approximately 75 mature cypress trees located within a 5-foot landscape setback along the western edge of the property. The purpose and intent of the landscape setback adjacent to residentially zoned properties is to provide privacy and buffering between residential and commercial uses utilizing landscaping. To preserve the existing mature trees, which meet the intent the code requirement, a variance to allow for a reduction in landscape setback is required. The requested landscape setback reduction meets the required findings/criteria to approve a variance as there are special circumstances applicable to the subject property which result in the strict application of the requirements not accomplishing the intent of the Code requirement. Additionally, approval of the variance does not produce a result that is detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare of other properties in the vicinity and is not contrary to the objectives of the General Plan or ECSP.

Purchase and Sale Agreement
The Purchase and Sale Agreement authorizes the City to sell the parcels to Buena Park, LLC (“Developer”). The purchase price is three million dollars ($3,000,000.00), which is the property’s fair market value as established by an independent third-party appraisal. Within ten days of the effective date, the developer will deposit $300,000 in earnest money with the City-selected title company. The deposit is refundable during the 60-day contingency period and becomes non-refundable once the developer waives contingencies. This $300,000 is credited toward the purchase price at closing and is retained by the City as liquidated damages if the developer defaults after the contingency period. The developer will pay the remaining balance of the purchase price at close of escrow via a market rate purchase price loan from the City, with the loan being secured by a first position deed of trust, a term of 60 months, and an interest rate of 8%. Close of escrow is conditioned on a series of items being satisfied, including compliance with the Surplus Lands Act, approval of Project Entitlements, approval of the developer’s financing plan and construction contracts, building permit applications, and the execution of the Owner Participation Agreement and Reciprocal Easement and Maintenance Agreement. Close of escrow is projected to occur within 12 months.

Following the close of escrow the Developer is required to construct and operate the project in accordance with a Schedule of Performance, provide periodic construction progress reports, and complete the project within the construction schedule. The City Manager is authorized to grant limited extensions (up to six months) with longer extensions requiring City Council approval. The agreement includes lender-protection provisions allowing a construction lender to step in and complete the project under defined circumstances. Construction covenants run with the land and are released by the City upon issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for the Project.

Owner Participation Agreement
An Owner Participation Agreement (OPA) is a recorded agreement between the City and the developer that places binding covenants on the property, which run with the land and govern how it will be developed, operated, and maintained in exchange for the City's cooperation and financial participation. The proposed OPA between the City and Buena Park Boardwalk, LLC obligates the Developer to construct and operate a mixed-use entertainment destination anchored by two primary attractions, a butterfly atrium and an aquarium, together with complementary retail and food uses. For a 20-year term following project completion, the Developer must continuously operate the Project, incorporate "Buena Park" into the Project's name, and provide significant Community Benefits to the community including: local hiring, local vendor preferences, cooperation with public safety, community outreach and education programs with local schools and organizations, resident discounts, conference space for City events, programming, certifications, and staff training to assist guests with autism and sensory sensitivity, development of good neighbor policies and a commitment to act as a community steward regarding environmental conservation and sustainability, including by managing and operating the Project in a manner that meets or exceeds applicable recycling, waste reduction, or waste diversion requirements.

In consideration for the Developer to operate the Project and provide the Community Benefits for the 20-year term, the City will provide a total of $15 million in financial reimbursements: $10 million of which will reimburse documented non-construction preopening expenses incurred by the Developer (i.e. off-site fabrication of specialty components, marine life acquisition, advertising, marketing, and related start upon operating expenses), and $5 million during the first four years of project operations to fund start up and ongoing costs associated with the Community Benefits provided under the OPA. The terms of the OPA protect the City through indemnification, insurance, prevailing-wage compliance, repurchase and other remedies if the Developer defaults. For example, in the event Developer fails to complete construction and opening, the City has the right to repurchase the property for an amount equal to the purchase price minus any demolition costs incurred by the City.

Finally, the Project includes public right-of-way improvements located along Beach Boulevard as conditions of approval, including landscaping, curb and gutter, hardscaping, and utility connections. In consideration for the public benefits associated with these right of way improvements, the City has committed to reimbursing up to $500,000 of the costs for such work, subject to Developer’s compliance with applicable Labor Code and prevailing wage requirements for that portion of the project.

ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT:

California Public Resources Code section 21083.3 and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines section 15183 provide an exemption from additional environmental review for projects that are consistent with the development density established by existing zoning or general plan policies for which an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was certified, except as might be necessary to examine whether there are project-specific significant effects which are peculiar to the project or its site. Section 15183 specifies that examination of environmental effects shall be limited to those effects that:

1. Are peculiar to the project or the parcel on which the project would be located, and were not analyzed as significant effects in a prior EIR on the zoning action, general plan, or community plan, with which the project is consistent;

2. Are potentially significant off-site impacts and cumulative impacts which were not discussed in the prior EIR prepared for the general plan, community plan or zoning action, or

3. Are previously identified significant effects which, as a result of substantial new information which was not known at the time the EIR was certified, are determined to have a more severe adverse impact than discussed in the prior EIR.

Section 15183(c) further specifies that if an impact is not peculiar to the parcel or to the proposed project, has been addressed as a significant effect in the prior EIR, or can be substantially mitigated by the imposition of uniformly applied development policies or standards, then an additional EIR need not be prepared for that project solely on the basis of that impact.

The proposed project is consistent with the analysis performed for the General Plan EIR. Further, the General Plan EIR adequately anticipated and described the impacts of the Project, identified applicable mitigation measures necessary to reduce Project specific impacts, and the Project implements these mitigation measures. A comprehensive environmental evaluation has been completed for the Project as documented in the §15183 Exemption Checklist. This evaluation concludes that the Project qualifies for an exemption from additional environmental review because it is consistent with the development density and use characteristics established by the Buena Park General Plan, (SCH #2009111026), and all required findings can be made.

Finding: The Project is consistent with the development density established by existing zoning or general plan policies for which an EIR was certified.

Fact: The subject properties are located within the City’s ECSP. Permitted uses within the ECSP include entertainment and tourist attractions as well as restaurants and retail uses. The proposed project is consistent with the permitted uses and development standards within the ECSP. The subject properties are located within the Tourist-Entertainment General Plan Land Use designation. The proposed project is consistent with the purpose and intent of this general plan designation and the permitted floor area ratio (FAR) that was studied as part of the 2035 General Plan Update EIR (GPU EIR).

Finding: There are no Project specific effects which are peculiar to the Project or its site, and which the GPU EIR failed to analyze as significant effects.

Fact: The subject property is no different than other properties in the surrounding area, and there are no project specific effects which are peculiar to the Project or its site. The Project site is in an area developed with similar retail, restaurant and tourist attraction-type uses. The site was previously developed with similar tourist-attraction type uses of similar size and construction type. The property does not support any peculiar environmental features, and the Project would not result in any peculiar effects. In addition, all project impacts were adequately analyzed by the 2035 General Plan EIR (GPU EIR).

Finding: There are no potentially significant off-site and/or cumulative impacts which the GPU EIR failed to evaluate.

Fact: The Project is consistent with the density and use characteristics of the development considered by the GPU EIR and would represent a small part of the growth that was forecast for build-out of the General Plan. The GPU EIR considered the incremental impacts of the Project, and as explained further in the 15183 Exemption Checklist below, no potentially significant off-site or cumulative impacts have been identified which were not previously evaluated.

Finding: There is no substantial new information which results in more severe impacts than anticipated by the GPU EIR.

Fact: As explained in the 15183 exemption checklist, no new information has been identified which would result in a determination of a more severe impact than what had been anticipated by the GPU EIR.

Finding: The Project will undertake feasible mitigation measures specified in the GPU EIR.

Fact: The Project will undertake feasible mitigation measures specified in the GPU EIR. These GPU EIR mitigation measures will be undertaken through project design, compliance with regulations and ordinances, or through the Project’s conditions of approval.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION
On July 2, 2026, the City mailed out public meeting notices to 80 properties located within the 300-foot distance surrounding the project site. Additionally, notice of the public meeting was posted at the required locations and a notice was placed in the Buena Park Independent on July 3, 2026.

BUDGET IMPACT
The property purchase price of three million dollars ($3,000,000) plus the accrued interest from the carry-back financing will be deposited into the City’s General Fund. The City’s financial assistance, as specified in the Owner Participation Agreement will be provided from the City’s Economic Development Fund. Financial assistance during the construction period will be provided on a reimbursement basis and will correspond with specified construction milestones. The total reimbursement during the construction period shall be ten million dollars ($10,000,000).

Following the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, additional financial assistance shall be provided on an annual basis in the amount of five million dollars ($5,000,000) and shall be dispersed annually with the first annual payment of two million ($2,000,000) provided after the first year of operation followed by one million ($1,000,000) each year for the following four years provided the project remains in compliance with the terms of the Development Agreement and Owner Participation Agreement.

Attachments
City Council Ordinance_DA25-1_Development Agreement
Exhibit A to City Council Ordinance_Development Agreement City Council Resolution_V-25-1_Variance
Development Plans Attachment Link.pdf
Purchase Sale Agreement_Agenda Draft
Owner Participation Agreement_Agenda Draft
ORDINANCE NO. ___
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. DA25-1

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BUENA
PARK APPROVING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. DA25 -1 TO

DEVELOP AN AQUARIUM, BUTTERFLY EXHIBIT AND ASSOCIATED
ONSITE IMPROVEMENTS AT 7711 -7733 BEACH BOULEVARD
(APNS: 136-203-40, 136 -211-64 AND 136 -211-57) WITHIN THE

ENTERTAINMENT CORRIDOR SPECIFIC PLAN (ECSP ) ZONE AND

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE THE

SAME ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF BUENA PARK

A. Recitals.

(i) California Government Code section 65864 provides, in pertinent part, as follows:

“The Legislature finds and declares that:

“(a) The lack of certainty in the approval of development projects can result in a waste of resources, escalate the cost of housing and other development to the consumer, and discourage investment in and commitment to comprehensive planning which would mak e maximum efficient utilization of resources at the least economic cost to the public.

“(b) Assurance to the applicant for a development project that upon approval of the project, the applicant may proceed with the project in accordance with existing policies, rules and regulations, and subject to conditions of approval, will strengthen the public planning process, encourage private participation in comprehensive planning, and reduce the economic costs of development.”

(ii) California Government Code Section 65865 provides, in pertinent part, as follows:
“Any City may enter into a development agreement with any person having a legal or equitable interest in real property for the development of such property as provided in this article.”

(iii) California Government Code Section 65865.2 provides as follows:

“A development agreement shall specify the duration of the agreement, the permitted uses of the property, the density or intensity of use, the maximum height and size of proposed buildings, and provision for reservation or dedication of land for public pur poses. The development agreement may include conditions, terms, restrictions and requirements for subsequent discretionary actions, provided that such conditions, terms, restrictions and requirements for subsequent discretionary actions shall not prevent development of the land for the uses and to the density or intensity of development set forth in the agreement”.

(iv) Buena Park Boardwalk, LLC, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Suite E100, Scottsdale, AZ 85256 (“BP Boardwalk” or “Applicant”) has filed planning applications to develop real property located at 7711-7733 Beach Boulevard (“Site”) with an Aquarium (including eatery) at approximately 75,000 square feet, a Butterfly Exhibit and Conservatory (including eatery) at approximately 45 ,000 Ordinance No.

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square feet and other commercial spaces at approximately 5,500 square feet. Site Improvements include new parking lot, landscaping, utility connections and street frontage improvements (sidewalk, driveways, curb and gutter) (“Project”). BP Boardwalk has submitted the necessary applications for a Development Agreement (DA25-1) and Variance (V-25-1).

(iv) BP Boardwalk submitted a request to enter into a Development Agreement DA - 25-1 with the City to develop an aquarium, butterfly exhibit, commercial spaces and associated site improvements on property located at 7711-7733 Beach Boulevard, in the City of Buena Park, California, (APNs : 136-203-40, 136- 211-64 and 136-211-57) in the County of Orange.

Hereinafter, in this Resolution, the subject Development Agreement DA 25-1 request is referred to as “Development Agreement”. The Development Agreement, a substantive form of which is attached hereto as Exhibit “A”, establishes the rights and obligations of BP Boardwalk and the City relating to the development of the Project, secures BP Boardwalk’s vested right to development the Project in accordance with the requirements of the Development Agreement and the Development Plan, attached as Exhibit “B” to the Development Agreement.

(v) The City has reviewed and analyzed the potential environmental impacts of the Project as required by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and after considering all evidence presented during the public hearings, the Planning Commission has determined that the Project is exempt from further environmental review pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21083.3 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15183, as set forth fully in the ordinance approving this Agreement (“CEQA Determination”).

(vi) On May 27, 2026 , the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the application, as required by law, and concluded said hearing prior to adoption of a resolution recommending that the City Council approve an Ordinance adopting Development Agreement DA25-1.

(vii) On July 14, 2026, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing concerning the potential adoption of the Development Agreement and Project Applications, said public hearing was concluded prior to the adoption of this Ordinance, and City Council has contemporaneously taken action to approve the other Project Applications.

(viii) All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.

B. Ordinance.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Buena Park does ordain as follows:

Section 1. The City Council hereby specifically finds that all the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Ordinance are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this reference.

Section 2. Based upon substantial evidence presented to the City Council during the above-referenced public hearing, including written staff reports, verbal testimony, and Development Plans stamped “RECEIVED July 2, 2026 PLANNING DIV.” the City Council specifically finds that the Development Agreement No. DA25 -1 will promote the orderly development of the project area along with the public health, safety and welfare and makes the Ordinance No.

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following specific findings in support of Development Agreement DA25-1.

1. Finding: The provisions of the development agreement and proposed project are consistent with the General Plan and Entertainment Corridor Specific Plan.

Fact: The proposed aquarium and butterfly exhibit along with the other proposed on and offsite improvements are consistent with and supports the vision for both the Entertainment Corridor Specific Plan and the Tourist Entertainment General Plan Land Use Designation. This designation includes all properties within the ECSP and is focused on land uses which provide or support entertainment and tourist-related activities unique to Buena Park. The proposed project also supports several policies within the Economic Development Element (Chapter 9) of the General Plan by promoting the redevelopment of a currently vacant site within the ECSP, providing employment opportunities , and adding to the diversity of entertainment uses and activities which encourage tourists to extend the duration of their visit in the City.

2. Finding: The location and design set forth in the Development Agreement will be compatible with the existing and anticipated development in the vicinity and will enhance site and area aesthetics.

Fact: The proposed project has been thoughtfully designed to minimize impacts to adjacent properties. Onsite parking, loading areas, drop -offs and bike parking have been provided in excess of the anticipated parking demand to ensure that parking does not spill over to adjacent properties or public rights -of-way. The buildings have been oriented towards Beach Boulevard with parking and landscape setbacks located to the west and south to minimize sound and visual impacts to adjacent properties, with particular focus on ensuring the single- family residential to the west is not impacted. The proposed project aligns with the vision for the Entertainment Corridor which is to provide unique attractions and entertainment type uses which will promote tourism and complement other attractions along the corridor including Knott’s Berry Farm, Medieval Times and Pirates Dinner Adventure.

3. Finding: The Development Agreement will continue to produce an environment of stable and desirable character, will not significantly impact traffic on the surrounding streets, and will include adequate on- site circulation as well as improved pedestrian access.

Fact: The proposed project has been thoughtfully designed to minimize impacts to adjacent properties. Onsite parking, loading areas, drop -offs and bike parking have been provided in excess of the anticipated parking demand to ensure that parking does not spill over to adjacent properties or onto public rights-of-way. The buildings have been oriented towards Beach Boulevard with parking and landscape setbacks located to the west and south to minimize sound and visual impacts to adjacent properties, with particular focus on ensuring the single-family residential to the west is not impacted. Lastly, the project site has been designed to provide adequate vehicle and pedestrian circulation throughout the site with Ordinance No.

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multiple entrance/exit driveways on Beach Boulevard and an overflow exit to Western Avenue through the city-leased lot to the west.

Section 3. The City Council hereby finds and determines that the Project has been reviewed pursuant to CEQA and after considering all evidence presented during the public hearings, the Planning Commission recommends that the City Council determine that the Project is exempt from further environmental review pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21083.3 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15183.

Section 4. The City Council hereby adopts Development Agreement DA 25-1, the substantive form of which is attached hereto as Exhibit “A”. This Ordinance is adopted under the authority of the California Government Code Section 65868 et seq. (“Development Agreement Statute”) and City Council finds that the Development Agreement substantially complies with the requirements of the Development Agreement Statute.

Section 5. The Conditions of Approval identified in Exhibit “C” are deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety, and general welfare and are reasonable and proper in accordance with the purpose and intent of the Buena Park Municipal Code.

Section 6. The City Council hereby authorizes and directs the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Development Agreement DA25-1 on behalf of the City of Buena Park forthwith upon adoption of this Ordinance.

Section 7. The City Clerk is hereby directed to record this Ordinance, including the fully executed form of the Development Agreement with the Orange County Recorder no later than ten (10) days following the effective date of this Ordinance.

Section 8. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published in the manner required by law.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this 14
th day of July by the following called vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSTAINED: COUNCILMEMBERS:

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Mayor
ATTEST:

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City Clerk
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I, Adria M. Vicuna, City Clerk of the City of Buena Park, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing ordinance was introduced and passed at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Buena Park held on the 14th day of July, 2026.

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City Clerk

EXHIBITS:
- Exhibit A – Development Agreement
- Exhibit B – Development Plans
- Exhibit C – Conditions of Approval

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EXHIBIT A – DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT

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EXHIBIT B – DEVELOPMENT PLANS

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EXHIBIT C – CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL

PLANNING DIVISION:

1. This approval shall be for the construction and operation of an Aquarium, Butterfly Exhibit and Conservatory, and retail/food uses and related site improvements at 7711- 7733 Beach Boulevard in substantial compliance with plans stamped “ RECEIVED JULY 2, 2026 PLANNING DIV.”, except as modified herein.

2. The building and site design shall be generally consistent with plans stamped “ RECEIVED JULY 2, 2026 PLANNING DIV. ,” with exact design details and specifications subject to Planning Division approval. Concurrent with the plan submittal to Building Plan Check, the developer shall submit color and material samples to the Planning Division for review.

3. A minimum of 1.0 -to-1.5-foot candle minimum illumination throughout the parking area. All luminaries shall be designed, shielded, or aimed in such a manner so as not to produce glare upon adjacent properties or rights of way.

4. Trash enclosures shall be designed to match or complement the architectural design of the primary building including materials and coloration.

5. All required utility appurtenances shall be screened from view by landscaping or other methods to the extent feasible. The location of other utility companies’ equipment and meters shall be submitted to the City Planning Division for review and approval prior to installation.

6. Roof-mounted mechanical equipment shall be located so that all equipment is screened from public view by the proposed parapet or other roof design features.

7. All landscaping/irrigation/sprinkler plans shall comply with the City of Buena Park Water Efficiency Landscape Ordinance, Title 13, Chapter 13.30 of the Buena Park Municipal Code.

8. Landscaping shall consist of a variety of trees, shrubs and ground covers, generally consistent with the conceptual planting plan stamped RECEIVED JULY 2, 2026 PLANNING DIV."

9. A minimum of 10 -foot-wide walkway shall be provided along the southern property line that connects to the existing walkway within the SCE parking lot and extends east to connect to the public sidewalk at Beach Boulevard.

10. Dead or dying plants or trees shall be promptly replaced with plants or trees, as applicable, comparable in size and species. All irrigation shall be on an electronic timer and shall be maintained in fully operable, non-leaking condition.

11. All required double- check valve assemblies located within public view shall be strategically screened through the use of landscaping or fencing to the satisfaction of the City.

12. The approved uses shall maintain a business license as required by City Code.

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13. The applicant and/or property owner shall ensure that a copy of the City Council resolution of approval is reproduced within the construction drawings and shall be distributed to all design professionals, contractors, and subcontractors participating in the construction phase of the project.

14. The project and/or use authorized by this approval shall comply with all applicable local, state, and federal ordinances, statutes, standards, codes, laws, policies and regulations.

15. Prior to any occupancy permit being granted, or commencement of the approved use, these conditions and all improvements shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City.

16. If any legal action or other proceeding is instituted by a third party or parties , other governmental entity or official challenging the validity of any provision of the Project Approvals, environmental determination, or of this Development Agreement, Owner and City shall cooperate in defending any such action. City shall notify Owner of any such legal action against City within ten (10) working days after City receives service of process, except for any petition for injunctive relief, in which case City shall notify Owner immediately upon receipt of notice thereof. Owner shall indemnif y, hold harmless and defend City, and its officers, employees or agents with respect to any claim or lawsuit brought to challenge the validity or enforcement of the Project Approvals, the Negative Declaration, or this Development Agreement, instituted by a third party or another governmental entity or official; provided, however, that if the City fails to cooperate in the defense, Owner shall not thereafter be responsible for City's defense. Owner shall pay all of City's defense costs including, without limitation, court costs, attorneys' fees, and expert witness fees. Owner shall promptly pay all monetary awards, judgments, verdicts, court costs, and attorneys' fees that may be awarded in such action. City shall be entitled to select counsel to conduct its defense in any such action; provided, however, that City shall instruct such counsel to cooperate with Owner as provided herein.

BUILDING DIVISION:

1. The project shall comply with state and federal disabled access requirements.

2. The project shall comply with the California Building Codes as adopted and amended by the City of Buena Park Municipal Code, Title 15.

3. The building/buildings shall be fully fire -sprinklered as required by the City of Buena Park Municipal Code, Title 1, and/or the California Building Codes.

4. A geotechnical investigation report prepared by a qualified geotechnical engineer is required.

The applicant shall submit this report for review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits.

5. The construction plans require professional preparation. Submit plans and structural calculations prepared by a California registered engineer or architect.

6. After the public hearing appeal period ends, the applicant shall submit three (3) sets of construction plans to the Building Division for plan check to obtain required building permits.

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7. All portions of the proposed building above the first story shall maintain a minimum 12 -foot setback from any overhead power lines.

8. New commercial buildings, 10,000 square feet and over, shall require a completed commissioning plan in accordance with Section 5.410 of the California Green Building Standards Code.

9. Applicants shall prepare a waste management report tracking all elements of construction and demolition as required by the California Green Building Code. This report shall include, but is not limited to, landfill and recycling diversion counts for concret e, steel, green waste, and lumber. These reports shall be provided to the City for approval prior to completion of their related permits.

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT:

1. Grading, storm drain, street, sewer, water, and erosion control plans shall be prepared by a registered engineer, at a minimum scale of 1” = 40’, and on 24” by 36” sheets. Any proposed improvements shall be designed and constructed per City Standards. Any existing improvements in the public right-of-way, adjacent to project parcel frontage, that are not in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) shall be removed and reconstructed or added to meet the ADA requirements and must comply with City Standards.
a. All vehicular access to the site shall be provided in locations approved by the Traffic Division. An emergency fire access easement shall be granted to the Orange County Fire Authority in accordance with OCFA requirements. The emergency access within the p roject parcel shall be subject to OCFA approval, and an approved copy of the plan shall be submitted to the Engineering Division with the grading plan submittal.
b. In accordance with the approved Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA), the applicant shall implement all improvement measures, mitigation measures, and recommendations identified in the TIA to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. c. The property owner shall dedicate to the public a 10-foot-wide easement for street purposes along the entire project frontage on Beach Boulevard. d. A photometric/lighting plan shall be submitted for review and approval by the City Engineer. If the approved photometric/lighting plan identifies deficiencies in existing street lighting along the project frontage, the applicant shall be responsible for th e design, installation, and/or upgrade of street lighting improvements as required to meet City standards, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. e. Traffic Impact fees shall be in accordance with City Resolution 9726 and the latest City Fee Schedule. Sewer, water, and stormwater impact fees shall be per the latest City Fee Schedule.

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f. The applicant shall submit a landscape plan for all landscaping proposed along the project frontage, including any improvements within the public easement, for review and approval by the Engineering Division. All landscaping shall be installed with an irrigation system, comply with the City’s Urban Forest Management Plan, and be maintained by the property owner in accordance with applicable City ordinances, including Chapter 19.112.070 of the City Code. In addition, the property owner shall be responsible f or the ongoing maintenance, repair, and replacement of all hardscape improvements within the frontage area and public easement, including but not limited to decorative paving, boardwalks, pathways, irrigation systems, and any related frontage improvements, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
g. The property owner shall maintain all required sight -distance triangles at existing driveways free and clear of any obstructions. Any future improvements within these areas, including but not limited to walls, landscaping, or signage, shall be subject to r eview and approval by the Engineering Division and may require a sight - distance analysis prepared by a registered engineer.
h. All industrial wastewater discharges shall be evaluated and regulated in accordance with applicable requirements of the Orange County Sanitation District and the City. The applicant shall design and implement any required pretreatment, monitoring, and control measures necessary to ensure compliance with applicable discharge limits. Such measures may include, but are not limited to, pretreatment systems, flow monitoring devices, and sampling facilities. A dedicated sampling location shall be provided if required by OC San. The location and design of the sampling facility shall be subject to review and approval by the Engineering Division to ensure accessibility, safety, and compliance with City standards. The applicant shall implement spill containment and control measures for all operations with the potential to discharge prohibited materials to the sewer system and shall ensure that no untreated or unauthorized discharges enter the public sewer. All pretreatment and monitoring systems shall be properly maintained and operated by qualified personnel. Documentation of system design, operation, and maintenance procedures shall be provided to the Engineering Division upon request. Prior to issuance of any grading, building, or sewer permits, the applicant shall provide written verification from OC San confirming that all applicable requirements have been satisfied or that no permit is required. i. Any future changes to operations that may affect the quantity or quality of wastewater discharge shall be subject to review and approval by OC San and the City prior to implementation.
j. All proposed utility connections shall also comply with City standards, specifications, and applicable Federal, State, and County regulations. Any required infrastructure upgrades shall be the responsibility of the developer, and any necessary easements shall be dedicated to accommodate public sewer facilities as determined by the City Engineer.

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k. A double check detector assembly is required for domestic and fire service connections, and a reduced pressure principle device (RPPD) is required for irrigation service connection per City standards, and devices shall be supplied and installed by contract or. Contractor shall supply and install City approved water meters in the public right-of-way.
l. A final hydrology and/or hydraulics study, prepared by a registered civil engineer, shall be submitted for review and approval by the City Engineer. The final study shall be consistent with the previously approved preliminary analysis and shall support the final design of the proposed storm drain system. The storm drain system shall be designed and constructed to accommodate a minimum 25- year storm event in accordance with County of Orange standards and shall be privately owned and maintained.
m. All driveway approaches, sidewalks, curb, and gutter along the project frontage that are lifted, fractured, or failing shall be removed and replaced in accordance with City standards. In addition, any existing driveway approaches along Beach Boulevard that are not compliant with current ADA requirements shall be reconstructed to meet applicable ADA and City standards. n. All existing public facilities in conflict with new improvements shall be relocated at no cost to the City. Property owner shall dedicate, or cause to be dedicated all easements needed to accommodate the relocation, modification or installation of facilities to be maintained by the City or any public utility company. o. Water Meter Installation Requirements:
i. For 1-inch or smaller meter sizes, the water meter model shall be Neptune T-10 with Encoder that reads in gallons or City approved equal. ii. For 1.5-inch or larger meter sizes, the water meter model shall be Neptune HPT or Neptune MACH -10 with Encoder that reads in gallons or City approved equal.

2. A geotechnical report, prepared by a registered geotechnical engineer, shall be submitted for review and approval by the City Engineer. The final report shall be consistent with the previously approved preliminary evaluation and shall provide recommendations for pavement structural sections for all proposed streets and parking areas. The report shall also include analysis of soil conditions to support LID requirements, including infiltration feasibility, soil compaction, permeability, saturation, and groundwater levels, in accordance with the County of Orange Technical Guidance Document.

3. A final Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) shall be submitted for review and approval by the City Engineer prior to issuance of grading or building permits. The final WQMP shall be consistent with the previously approved preliminary WQMP and shall incorporate all required revisions to support the proposed project design. The plan shall identify all applicable Best Management Practices (BMPs) to be implemented on- site to control pollutant runoff, including both structural and non- structural measures, and s hall Ordinance No.

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include detailed design criteria and implementation measures in accordance with applicable City requirements.

4. Prior to the issuance of grading permit for projects that will result in soil disturbance of one acre or more of land, a copy of the Notice of Intent (NOI) and assigned Waste Discharge Identification (WDID) number from the State Water Resources Control Board shall be submitted to the City. Projects subject to this requirement shall prepare and implement a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). A copy of the approved SWPPP by the State Water Resources Control Board shall be kept at the project site and be made available for the City upon request. The assigned WDID number must appear on the cover sheet of the grading plan.

PERMIT ISSUANCE:

1. All applicable fees, deposits, and bonds associated with Public Works improvements shall be paid in full prior to the issuance of any construction permits, in accordance with the City’s adopted Fee Schedule.

2. Before exercising any right or performing any obligation pursuant to any permit issued by the Public Works Department, the developer/contractor shall obtain a City Business License and submit required insurance certificates.

3. A Transportation Hauling Permit shall be obtained for any vehicle or equipment exceeding the size or weight limits established by the California Vehicle Code (CVC) and the Caltrans Transportation Permit Manual.

4. Prior to issuance of a grading permit, an approved Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP), including the Master Covenant & Agreement and the Operation and Maintenance Plan, shall be recorded with the Orange County Recorder’s Office. Two hard copies of the recorded WQMP, bound in 3-ring binders, shall be provided to the City.

5. Prior to final acceptance of public improvements or release of any cash deposits, the developer/contractor shall provide a warranty bond for all public facilities and improvements, to be held by the City for a period of one (1) year.

6. All Public Works required improvements shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City prior to final occupancy or commencement of the approved use.

CONSTRUCTION:

1. A traffic control plan, prepared by a registered civil engineer, shall be submitted for review and approval for all work within the public right -of-way that requires lane closures, including utility connections and street improvements. A traffic control pl an shall also be required for any work on private property that results in lane closures.

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2. Where multiple trench cuts are required for utility installation, pavement restoration shall include slurry seal or grind and asphalt concrete (AC) overlay to the nearest lane line, extending from property line to property line. The final method of pavement restoration, equal to or better than existing conditions, shall be determined based on the existing pavement condition and subject to City approval.

3. An Engineered Grading and Utility Certification shall be prepared and signed by the project engineer. Certifications shall be provided for each phase of construction, including fill placement and compaction, rough grading (including pad elevations), final grading, utility installation, and implementation of the approved Water Quality Management Plan, and shall be submitted to the City.

4. Prior to issuance of occupancy, all structural Best Management Practices (BMPs) shall be constructed in accordance with the approved Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP), subject to City verification.

5. The applicant/contractor shall be responsible for the protection of all existing horizontal and vertical survey control points. Any disturbed survey controls shall be reset after construction in accordance with Orange County Surveyor standards.

6. All trash collection services required during construction and upon project completion shall be provided through the City’s authorized waste hauler.

7. A final set of drawings shall be submitted for final approval upon completion of construction. The drawings shall incorporate all revisions made during construction or otherwise and shall be clearly labeled “As-Built.” Both digital and hard copy sets shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.

ORANGE COUNTY FIRE AUTHORITY:

1. DESIGN REVIEW: Portions of the project that are deferred shall be subject to the codes, standards, and other applicable requirements in force on the date that the deferred plan is submitted to OCFA. The development review does not imply or express approval s on any subsequent plan submittal.

2. PLAN SUBMITTAL SEQUENCE: The applicant or responsible party shall submit the plan(s) listed below to the Orange County Fire Authority for review. Approval shall be obtained on each plan prior to the specified event.

Prior to OCFA clearance of a final map or issuance of a precise grading permit or a building permit, if a grading permit is not required:

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1. Fire Master Plan (service code PR145)
a. Alternate Methods and Materials request (PR910) is required to provide a minimum of Type II construction for all buildings and 1-HR rated roof construction for all buildings to address hose pull deficiencies.

Prior to Issuance of a Building Permit:

1. Architectural (service codes PR200-PR285)

2. Hazardous materials compliance and chemical classification (service codes PR315- PR328)

3. Refrigeration and vapor detection/alarm system (service codes PR340 and PR500- PR520), if required by the Refrigeration Disclosure worksheet in OCFA guideline G-02 or the California Fire or Mechanical Codes

4. Underground piping for private hydrants and fire sprinkler systems (service code PR470- PR475)

5. Fire sprinkler system (service codes PR400-PR465)

Prior to Concealing Interior Construction:

1. Fire alarm system (service code PR500-PR520)

2. Hood and duct extinguishing system (service code PR335)

Temporary/Final Occupancy Inspections : Prior to issuance of temporary or final certificate of occupancy, all OCFA inspections shall be completed to the satisfaction of the OCFA inspector and be in substantial compliance with codes and standards applicable to the project and commensurate with the type of occupancy (temporary or final) requested. Inspections shall be scheduled at least five days in advance by calling OCFA Inspection Scheduling at 714-573-6150.

Emergency Access Easements: Irrevocable reciprocal access easements for emergency access purposes to the benefit of the City of Buena Park shall be recorded concurrently with the final map or, where no final map is required, prior to approval of the fire master plan.

Lumber-drop Inspection: After installation of required fire access roadways and hydrants, the applicant shall receive clearance from the OCFA prior to bringing combustible building materials on-site. Call OCFA Inspection Scheduling at 714-573-6150 with the Service.

POLICE DEPARTMENT:

1. Prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant shall provide the Buena Park Police Department with a Security and Operations Plan which shall include the following:
a. The number of proposed security personnel, patrol hours (including after-hours), and specific protocols for coordinating with local law enforcement to deter trespassing, loitering, and criminal activity at the site both during and after operating hours. b. The business operator shall provide the Police Department with an emergency contact Ordinance No.

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listing, including 24/7 on - and off -site management contact details for after -hours incidents.
c. The Business operator shall provide the Buena Park Police Department with re mote access to any on-site security video surveillance system and /or centrally monitored alarm system.

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CONCERNING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 7711-7733 BEACH BOULEVARD (APNS 136-203-40, 136-211-64 AND 136-211-57), BUENA PARK, CALIFORNIA

THIS DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is dated for reference purposes only this __th day of ______, 2026, and is entered into by and between the CITY OF BUENA PARK, a California municipal corporation ("City"), and BUENA PARK BOARDWALK, LLC, an Arizona limited liability company (“Developer”).

RECITALS

A. City is owner of certain real property located at 7711-7733 Beach Boulevard , Buena Park, California (Orange County Assessor Parcel Nos. 136-203-40, 136-211-64 and 136-211-57), as such real property is legally described in Exhibit “A” hereto (the “Property”).

B. By way of that certain Agreement for the Purchase And Sale of Real Property dated ________, 2026 (“Purchase Agreement”), City has agreed to sell and Developer has agreed to buy the Property subject to the parties’ satisfaction of various conditions precedent to the closing, including Developer applying for and being issued all land use and zoning entitlements and approvals that are necessary to develop and use the Property for entertainment uses, consistent with the Buena Park Entertainment Corridor Specific Plan (“ ECSP”) and Buena Park Zoning Code (“Zoning Code”).

C. Consistent with requirements of the ECSP and Zoning Code, Developer has submitted and City has accepted application s for a development agreement under authority of California Government Code section 65865 et. seq. (the “Development Agreement Law”), and a variance under authority of Section 19.132.010 of the Zoning Code , which, if approved by City, would authorize Developer to develop and use the Property consistent with those approvals subject to and conditioned upon the closing under the Purchase Agreement

D. In furtherance of their mutual interests and the benefits offered by the Development Agreement Law , the Parties desire to enter into this Agreement pursuant to the Development Agreement Law granting Developer the vested right to use and develop the Property for the Project subject to the terms and conditions specified herein.

E. The City has duly satisfied all prerequisites to the City’s consideration and approval of this Agreement including:

1) The City has reviewed and analyzed the potential environmental impacts of the Project as required by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and after considering all evidence presented during the public hearings referenced below , the City Council has determined that the Project is exempt from further environmental review pursuant to Public

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Resources Code section 21083.3 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15183, as set forth fully in the ordinance approving this Agreement (“CEQA Determination”).

2) On May 27, 2026, the Planning Commission for the City of Buena Park (“Planning Commission”) conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the Development Agreement and Variance, and after consideration of all substantial evidence presented , the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 6407 approving the Variance, and adopted Resolution No. 6406 recommending that the City Council for the City of Buena Park (“ City Council”) make the CEQA Determination and adopt an ordinance approving this Agreement.

(3) On July 14, 2026, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider this Agreement, and after consideration of all substantial evidence presented the City Council adopted Ordinance No. _____ making certain findings and approving the CEQA Determination and this Agreement in the manner specified by law.

NOW, THEREFORE, City and Developer (at times herein individually a “ Party” and jointly the “Parties”) agree as follows:

AGREEMENT

1. Definitions. The capitalized terms and phrases used throughout this Agreement shall have the following meaning:

“Agreement” means this Development Agreement.

“City” means the City of Buena Park.

“CEQA Determination” is defined in Recital E(1) above.

“City Council” means and refers to the City Council for the City of Buena Park.

“Certificate of Completion” means issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for Building Permits issued by the City having been accepted as finalized and complete by City, thereby signifying that all permitted work comprising the Project has been completed in accordance with the Plans and Specifications.

“Deed of Trust” is defined in Section 10.A.

“Developer” means Buena Park Boardwalk, LLC.

“ECSP” means and refers to the City of Buena Park Entertainment Corridor Specific Plan.

“Effective Date” means the date this Agreement is recorded on the Property in the Official Records of the County of Orange.

“Existing Standards” is defined in Section 6.B.

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“Force Majeure” means any of the following arising after the Effective Date and to the extent resulting in a demonstrable and material impact on a Party’s performance of this Agreement: acts of God; unusually severe weather; enemy action; civil disturbance s; wars; terrorist acts; insurrection; riots; fire; floods; earthquakes; casualties; a local, state, or federal declaration of emergency based on an epidemic or pandemic including any quarantine or other health -related orders, directives, regulations, laws or other requirements implemented in response to such epidemic or pandemic; strikes, walkouts lockouts, and other labor difficulties; regional and enduring breakdown in communication facilities, electrical service, or wireless service; failure or inability to secure materials or labor by reason of priority or similar regulations or order of any governmental or regulatory body; or mediati on, arbitration, litigation, or other administrative or judicial proceeding involving the Existing Standards or any of the Project Entitlements.

“Lender” is defined in Section 10.A.

“Minor Change” is defined in Section 6.D.

“MND” is defined in Recital E(1) above.

“Permitted Delays” is defined in Section 9.

“Plans and Specifications” means Developer’s construction-ready plans and specifications for the Project that are approved in the final building permits issued by the City that authorize Developer to proceed with construction of the Project.

"Project" means and refers to a mixed-use entertainment attraction and commercial development comprised of a butterfly atrium exhibit, an aquarium exhibit, complementary retail, commercial space, and food and beverage establishments, all associated amenities, landscaping, and other on and off -site improvements comprising the development that is depicted in the design renderings set forth in Exhibit “B” to this Agreement, and to be finally and fully described in the Plans and Specifications.

“Project Entitlements” means and refers cumulatively to this Agreement, the Variance, and the CEQA Determination.

“Purchase Agreement” is defined in Recital B, a true and correct of which is on file with City’s Community Development Department located at 6650 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park, California 90622

“Reciprocal Easement and Maintenance Agreement” means and refers to that certain agreement between the Parties that are defined and identified in the Purchase Agreement and recorded on the Property as a condition precedent to the closing, and which establishes an easement for the City and the public over the southern -most drive aisle of the Property for vehicular and pedestrian access (and associated improvements) to and from a public parking lot bordering the Property to the west.

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“Reserved Powers” means the following specific City police powers statutorily excepted from this Agreement and which are instead reserved to the City, and include the power to enact regulations or take future discretionary actions after the Effective Date that may be in conflict with the Applicable Rules but: (1) pertain to a change in the Permitted Use; (2) are reasonably necessary to protect the public health and safety, and generally applicable on a Citywide basis; (3) are necessary to protect persons or property from dangerous or hazardous conditions which create a threat to the public health or safety or create a physical risk, so long as the City Council makes findings after a noticed public hearing that: ( i) identifies the dangerous or hazardous conditions requiring such regulations; (ii) explains why there are no commercially or economically reasonable alternatives to the regulation; and (iii) explains how such changes would alleviate the dangerous or hazar dous condition; (4) are construction, engineering and design standards for private and public improvements that are applicable on a Citywide basis; or (5) are required to comply with state or federal laws and regulations that are now or hereafter in effect.

“Schedule of Performance” is the timeline and milestones for Developer’s development and opening of the Project and is defined in the Purchase Agreement.

“Subsequent Approvals” is defined in Section 6.C.

“Term” is defined in Section 5.

“Variance” means and refers to Developer’s application under Section 19.132.010 of the Zoning Code to deviate from certain development standards pertaining to the Project, which was considered and approved by the Planning Commission as Resolution No. 6407 at a duly noticed public hearing on May 27, 2026. A true and correct copy of the Variance is on file with City’s Community Development Department located at 6650 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park, California 90622.

“Zoning Code” means and refers to the Title 19 (Zoning) of the Buena Park Municipal Code.

2. Recitals Incorporated. The introductory Recitals are true, correct, and made a material part of this Agreement.

3. Binding Effect of Agreement. Commencing on the Effective Date and continuing for the entire Term of this Agreement , the conditions, terms and provisions of this Agreement are enforceable by the Parties as equitable servitudes affecting the Property, and the whole thereof, and constitute covenants running with such Property pursuant to California law including, without limitation, Civil Code Section 1468. Each covenant in this Agreement to act or refrain from acting is for the benefit of or a burden upon the Property, and the whole thereof, and shall run with such Property and be binding upon Developer and the successors and assigns of Developer during their respective ownerships of the Property, or any portion thereof . Each and every contract, deed or other instrument executed, covering or conveying the Project or any portion thereof shall conclusively be held to have been executed, delivered and accepted subject to the covenants, reservations and restrictions expressed in this Agreement, regardless of whether such covenants, reservations and restrictions are set forth in such contract, deed or other instrument.

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