AGENDA
AN ADJOURNED MEETING OF THE LA HABRA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL 1245 North Hacienda Road
La Habra Heights, California
5:30 p.m. Closed Session
6:30 p.m. Regular Business Closed Session
06:30 p.m. Regular Business
July 28, 2025
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Materials related to any items on this agenda submitted to the Council after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at the City Clerk's Office at 1245 N. Hacienda Road, La Habra Heights, CA 90631 during normal business hours.
PUBLIC COMMENT PROCESS
The City Council will listen to the public on any numbered item on the agenda or any item that is not on the agenda but relevant to City business. The City Council cannot legally take action on any item not scheduled on the agenda. Such items may be referred for administrative action or scheduled on a future agenda. If you wish to speak to the Council, please complete a Speaker's Card and present it before the agenda item is called. You will be called to the podium by name when it is your turn to speak to the Council. Should you need to provide written documentation to the City, please give the City Manager a minimum of nine (9) copies prior to the start of the meeting so the information can be distributed appropriately. Comments will generally be limited to three minutes per speaker. However, a shorter limit may be declared by the Mayor for agenda items for which many Speaker Cards have been submitted.
Public Comment For Items On The Agenda:
Speakers will be called on in the order cards were received.
Public Comment For Items Not On The Agenda:
Persons wishing to speak on agenda items will be called at the time the agenda item is brought forward.
CLOSED SESSION
OPENING CEREMONIES
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
A.
John Pespisa, Mayor
B.
Carol Engelhardt, Mayor Pro Tempore
C.
Brian Bergman, Council Member
D.
Greg Stefflre, Council Member
E.
Norm Zezula, Council Member
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
4. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION TO DISCUSS THE FOLLOWING:
A.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(1)
Case: State of California et al. v. City of La Habra Heights et al. LASC Case No. 24STCP03557
B.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(2) Potential Cases: Two
5. RECONVENE AND STATEMENT FROM CLOSED SESSION
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1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
A.
John Pespisa, Mayor
B.
Carol Engelhardt, Mayor Pro Tempore
C.
Brian Bergman, Council Member
D.
Greg Stefflre, Council Member
E.
Norm Zezula, Council Member
3. FLAG SALUTE
4. PRESENTATIONS, COMMENDATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS
A.
Puente Hill Habitat Preservation Authority Citizens Technical Advisory Committee (CTAC) and Vector Control by Catherine Houwen
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS
6. COMMITTEE COMMENTS
7. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
A.
A. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
B.
B. CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT
C.
C. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT REPORT
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D.
D. FIRE CHIEF’S REPORT
2025 07 28 ITEM #8D
E.
E.SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT REPORT
2025 07 28 ITEM #8E
CONSENT CALENDAR
It is recommended that items 9 through 12 be acted on by one motion of the City Council unless a Council Member requests a separate discussion and/or action on an item.
9. WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND MEETING MINUTES ON THE AGENDA RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council waive the reading in full of all ordinances, resolutions, and meeting minutes on the agenda, and direct the City Manager to read by title only. 2025 07 28 ITEM #9
10. APPROVAL OF WARRANT REPORT FOR JUNE 2025
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve.
2025 07 28 ITEM #10
11. MINUTES: JUNE 9, 2025 – REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECOMMENDATION:
Approve.
2025 07 28 ITEM #11
12. PROJECT UPDATES AND DEADLINES
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council review and discuss. 2025 07 28 ITEM #12
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PUBLIC HEARING
13. SIXTH CYCLE 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENTING UPDATE
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
A.
A. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-20, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of La Habra Heights, California, Adopting the 2021-2029 Housing Element of the General Plan, and making finding under CEQA; AND B.
B. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-21, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of La Habra Heights, California, Approving an Amendment to the Land Use Element of the General Plan to Modify the Multi-Family Residential Designation, and making finding under CEQA; AND C.
C. Introduce Ordinance No. 2025-01 by title only, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of La Habra Heights, California, amending Article 7 (Development Code and Zoning Ordinance) and Article 12 (Definitions) of the La Habra Heights Municipal Code to establish regulations for Multi-Family Residential development, and making findings under CEQA; AND D.
D. Introduce Ordinance No. 2025-02 by title only, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of La Habra Heights, California, amending the Official Zoning Map, and making findings under CEQA; AND E.
E. Schedule a second reading and adoption for the Augusts 11, 2025 regular City Council meeting. 2025 07 28 ITEM #13
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ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
14. REGIONAL SAFE, CLEAN WATER, DEMONSTRATION PROJECT AT THE PARK RESOLUTION NO. 2025-22: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA HABRA HEIGHTS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN THE SAFE, CLEAN WATER REGIONAL PROGRAM BY AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A TRANSFER AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT AND THE CITY OF LA HABRA HEIGHTS RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
A.
A. Adopt Resolution No 2025-22 approving the City’s participation in the Los Angeles County Safe, Clean Water Regional Program; AND B.
B. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Safe, Clean Water Regional Program Transfer Agreement on behalf of the City; a AND C.
C. Direct the City Attorney to prepare and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Star Water for the preparation of plans and installation of the demonstration project at The Park. 2025 07 28 ITEM #14
15. CONSIDERATION OF AN INCREASE TO THE CITY MANAGER’S SIGNING AUTHORITY RECOMMENDATION:
Staff reviewed the signing authority limits of surrounding cities and found that they generally range from $25,000 to $50,000. It is recommended that City Council provide direction on increasing the City Manager’s signing authority for contracts and purchases and direct staff to amend Chapter 2.10.30 of the LHHMC and purchasing policy, if an increase is supported. 2025 07 28 ITEM #15
16. STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHOPS
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that City Council initiate a series of strategic planning workshops. These workshops will serve as the foundation for developing a multi-year strategic planning process, including financial planning, policy development, and capital improvement planning. 2025 07 28 ITEM #16
17. PLANNING COMMISSION REQUEST TO INITIATE A CODE AMENDMENT RELATED TO FENCING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND FORMER WATER TANK SITES RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council review and discuss. 2025 07 28 ITEM #17
18. GUARDRAIL REPLACEMENT AT 1662 HACIENDA ROAD
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
A.
A. Authorize the Finance Manager to amend the FY 2025-26 budget and increase account 101-450-PWD-6650 by $28,620 to replace the guardrail at 1662 Hacienda Road; AND B.
B. Authorize a 15% contingency in the amount of $4,293; AND C.
C. Authorize the Finance Manager to amend the FY 2025-26 budget and increase account 101-450-PWD-6650 by $4,293 for the 15% contingency; AND D.
D. Authorize the City Manager to approve the Purchase Order per the City’s purchasing policy; AND E.
E. Authorize staff to schedule Surface Constructors, Inc. to complete the work. 2025 07 28 ITEM #18
19. HSIP GUARDRAIL PROJECT DESIGN AMENDMENT
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
A.
A. Increase the Professional Services Agreement with JMC² for engineering services for the guardrail replacement project by $9,020.80; AND B.
B. Authorize a FY 2025-26 budget amendment to increase account 101-450PWD-6830 by $9,020.80. 2025 07 28 ITEM #19
20. HACIENDA ROAD SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION AGREEMENT AMENDMENT RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council increase the Professional Services Agreement with NV5 for construction management and inspections services for the Hacienda Road and Avocado Crest Road traffic signal project by $68,888. 2025 07 28 ITEM #20
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21. INDIVIDUAL COUNCIL MEMBER INFORMATION ITEMS AND/OR REQUIRED MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council approve meeting reports and receive general comments, announcements, and/or suggestions from Members of the City Council. 2025 07 28 ITEM #21
22. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA (ONE MINUTE)
ADJOURN MEETING