Council Meeting - November 19, 2024
CALL TO ORDER
The City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency convened at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 4845 Casa Loma Avenue.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Pro Tem Beth Haney arrived at 6:10 p.m.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE YORBA LINDA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) (3 Cases)
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
None.
CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION
The City Council convened into Closed Session at 6:01 p.m.
RECESS
CALL TO ORDER
The City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency, Yorba Linda Housing Authority and Yorba Linda Municipal Financing Authority reconvened at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 4845 Casa Loma Avenue, Yorba Linda.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilwoman Peggy Huang
INVOCATION
Pastor Anne-Grethe Krogh Nielsen, The Danish Lutheran Church & Cultural Center
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Deputy City Attorney Jessica Sanders said there was no reportable action.
INTRODUCTIONS & PRESENTATIONS
INTRODUCTION OF NEW STAFF MEMBER SENIOR OFFICE ASSISTANT, ANALISA SALVADO City Manager Mark Pulone introduced two new team members, first, he welcomed Analisa Salvado. He said she is the new Senior Office Assistant for the Public Works Department. City Manager Pulone shared that she is not only a Yorba Linda resident, but she has also worked for the Parks and Recreation Department. On her free time, she enjoys spending time with her chocolate lab, Mia and is an avid rock climber.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW STAFF MEMBER PLANNING AIDE, TESSA GROTZ Next, City Manager Pulone welcomed Tessa Grotz, the new Planning Aide for the Planning Division. She will be overseeing planning applications, assisting the public and supporting key projects. She previously worked for the City of Chino Hills and several nonprofits across San Diego County and enjoys painting and camping on her free time.
Council welcomed Analisa and Tessa to the Yorba Linda team.
BLACK GOLD GOLF CLUB FISCAL YEAR IN REVIEW
Director of Golf Joe Reilly provided a PowerPoint presentation highlighting the state of the industry for 2023-24. He said Black Gold Golf Course (BGGC) was voted Annual People's Choice Best Of Orange County for the second consecutive year, and they hope to earn the recognition again in 2025. He discussed revenues and expense challenges, including labor cost and availability, fuel costs and the overall increase in cost for items. Rounds played increased to 62,796 versus 58,872 in FY 22-23. He spoke highly of their food and beverage offering, specifically Derrick's Grille which is a standalone restaurant that uses premium ingredients and offers holiday dining events. With respect to marketing, Director Reilly said BGGC leverages their website, email and SMS marketing, social media channels as well as print and onsite promotions and community engagement. He said hosting live ESPNLA radio programming has also provided invaluable exposure. He concluded his review by discussing future projects which include the continuation of the storm drain project, which caused the sinkhole a few years ago, and the solar project. Both projects will impact day-to-day operations but they are confident they will move forward successfully.
LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES UPDATE BY CHIEF OF POLICE SERVICES CAPTAIN DE ANNE WIGGINTON Chief of Police Services Captain De Anne Wigginton shared a PowerPoint presentation for the months of September and October. She said injury and noninjury traffic collisions increased in the City from July and August, and she urged the community to practice defensive driving. She also provided crime, residential burglary and arrest data. She urged the community to be aware of fraudulent scam calls and to be vigilant with bank records. She spoke of a significant arrest that occurred on September 13th where an individual was arrested for narcotics sales and had over 2,000 pills of an illegal substance. Another significant arrest occurred on October 29th where a suspect was arrested for burglary and was involved in the theft of approximately $5,000 worth of merchandise from the same retailer in four different Orange County cities. She said in terms of crime prevention they held their Safety Week event at Costco on September 19th and attended the Senior Wellness Expo on October 5th. Captain Wigginton concluded by sharing pictures of Coffe & Donuts on October 18th and National Prescription Take Back on October 26th.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR OR ITEMS NOT ON THE REMAINDER OF THE AGENDA Trudi DesRoches, Yorba Linda Water District President, spoke about projects the District is currently working on, including the Savi Ranch Parkway Widening that the District is working on closely with the City. She said all other projects are moving along as planned. She also announced that Director Phil Hawkins is resigning from the District so they will work on filling his vacancy.
Anthony Johnson, Traffic Commissioner representing Bridget Blehm, Executive Director of For Families of Active Military, spoke about Adopt a Single Marine. Their goal is to adopt 150 single Marines from the VMM-364 Purple Foxes unit from Camp Pendleton. The cost per Marine is $50 and that goes towards a food gift card and holiday luncheon. He encouraged anyone interested in donating to visit www. ffamsocal.org.
Jennifer Shepard, resident and representing Yorba Lindans for Local Control, thanked Council and staff for their involvement in providing factual information on Measure JJ and the overall defeat of Measure KK. She said the Yorba Lindans for Local Control look forward to working with the City on the next RHNA Cycle.
Diane Kanne, resident, also expressed her gratitude on behalf of Yorba Lindans for Local Control and thanked Council and staff for their efforts and for working with the group. She echoed the comments made by Ms. Shepard and said she hopes the City will continue to work with residents on future land-use issues and as the City works on the next housing element in 2029.
Peggy LaCroix, Executive Director Miss Placentia/Yorba Linda Scholarship Organization, thanked Council for their continued support of their scholarship program and spoke about the Miss Placentia/Yorba Linda program itself.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Pro Tem Haney stated she will abstain from Consent Calendar Item No. 3, and Councilwoman Huang pulled Item No. 11. Mayor Tara Campbell disclosed that she conferred with City Attorney Todd Litfin and Deputy City Attorney Sanders, and although she works for the County of Orange, she can participate in Item No. 12 as it does not involve her department.
Moved by
Rodriguez
Seconded by
Lim
It is recommended that the City Council approve the Consent Calendar with the removal of Item No. 11.
AYES (5)
Rodriguez, Haney, Campbell, Huang, and Lim
CARRIED (5 to 0)
1. WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS ON THE AGENDA It is recommended that the City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency waive reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda and declare that said titles which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.
2. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CHECK REGISTER – NOVEMBER 19, 2024
1. AP Check Register 11-19-24 - CC-FIN-24-049.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - AP Check Register 11-19-24.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the accounts payable check register and wire transfer report dated November 19, 2024, in the amount of $3,152,039.88.
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE NOVEMBER 5, 2024 CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE YORBA LINDA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CC_Nov05_2024 - English.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency approve the minutes of the November 5, 2024 City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency joint meeting.
4. TREASURER’S REPORT – AUGUST 2024
1. Treasurers Report - Aug 2024 - CC-FIN-24-040.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Treasurers Report - Aug 2024.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council: 1.) Receive and file the attached monthly Treasurer’s Report; and 2.) Delegate investment responsibility to the City’s Finance Director / City Treasurer for a period of up to one year.
5. INTRODUCTION OF 2021 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
1. 2021 International Property Maint. Code - CC-CD-24-016.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Ordinance No. 2024-1112.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 2024-1112 adopting the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code and setting a public hearing date for December 3, 2024.
6. AWARD CONTRACT TO MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION SERVICES FOR THE SAVI RANCH PARKWAY WIDENING AND CONNECT SAVI RANCH PROJECT
1. Savi Ranch Widening and Connect Savi MBI Contract - CC-PW-24-049.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Vicinity Map.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Michael Baker International, Inc. (Agreement).pdf It is recommended that the City Council: 1.) Approve a Professional Services Contract with Michael Baker International in the amount of $262,050.78 to provide Environmental Documentation Services for the Savi Ranch Parkway Widening and Connect Savi Ranch Project (SI251005); and 2.) Authorize expenditures for contract contingencies and potential additional services or unanticipated work performance that may arise, in the amount of $39,307.62 (15% of the agreement amount); and 3.) Upon receipt of appropriate documents, authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
7. FUNDING REQUEST FOR MISS PLACENTIA/YORBA LINDA SCHOLARSHIP ORGANIZATION FOR THE MISS YORBA LINDA PAGEANT
1. Miss Yorba Linda Program Scholarship Req.- CC-ADM-24-069.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Funding Req. Letter.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council: 1.) Approve the funding request of $2,000 for the Miss Placentia/Yorba Linda Scholarship organization to support the 2025 Miss Yorba Linda Pageant; and 2.) Approve an annual allocation of $2,000 for future funding, to be appropriated as part of the biennial budget adoption process.
8. MASTER PLAN OF DRAINAGE DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES ANNUAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 AND FIVE-YEAR REPORT
1. Master Plan of Drainage Dev. Impact Fees FY23-24 AND 5yr Rpt - CC-FIN-24-042.pdf It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the annual report of Master Plan of Drainage development impact fees for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024, as well as the five-year report, both as required by the Mitigation Fee Act. The City has opted to make the required five-year findings for impact fees every year when the annual report is presented. This increases efficiency and public transparency.
9. TRAFFIC DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES ANNUAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 AND FIVE-YEAR REPORT
1. Traffic Dev. Impact Fees FY 23-24 and 5yr Rpt - CC-FIN-24-041.pdf It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the annual report of traffic development impact fees for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024, as well as the five-year report, both as required by the Mitigation Fee Act. The City has opted to make the required five-year findings for impact fees every year when the annual report is presented. This increases efficiency and public transparency.
10. 2023-2024 BLACK GOLD GOLF CLUB FISCAL YEAR IN REVIEW
1. 2023-24 Black Gold Golf Club FY in Review - CC-PR-24-023.pdf It is recommended that City Council review the year-end report and ap propriate a transfer of the
FY 2023-2024 Black Gold Golf Club net profit
in the amount of
$1,052,605
to the Black Gold Golf Club capital reserve fund.
12. PROPOSED FEE INCREASE FOR THE SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT TRAFFIC VIOLATOR APPREHENSION PROGRAM
1. Proposed Fee Increase - Sheriff's Traffic Violator Apprehension Prog. - CC-ADM-24-070.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Res No. 2024-5920 TVAP Fees.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-5920 updating fees charged through the Orange County Sheriff’s Department Traffic Violator Apprehension Program and repealing Resolution No. 2020-5728.
13. DEMOLITION PERMIT REQUEST FOR 4854 MAIN STREET
1. Demolition Permit for 4854 Main Street - CC-CD-24-017.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Demolition Request Letter.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Elevation and Aerial.pdf
4. Attachment 3 - 1974 Remodel Building Permit.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council approve the demolition permit request for 4854 Main Street.
14. FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 MEASURE M2 EXPENDITURE REPORT
1. FY 2023-24 Measure M2 Expenditure Rpt.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Resolution No. 2024-5921.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Measure M2 Expenditure Report.pdf
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-5921 approving the Measure M2 Expenditure Report for FY 2023-24 and authorizing it for submission to the Orange County Transportation Authority.
15. DENIAL OF CLAIM FOR DAMAGES – THERESIA GER, SETTLEMENT REQUEST FOR DAMAGES – SAM STULL
1. Denial of Claim Theresia Ger and Settlement Req. Sam Stull - CC-ADM-24-074.pdf It is recommended that the City Council of the City of Yorba Linda deny the claim for damages filed by Theresia Ger and settle the claim for damages filed by Sam Stull.
16. REPORTS OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTIONS FROM THEIR LAST MEETING
1. Planning Comm. Recap 11-13-24.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report.
17. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND AGENCY REPORTS
1. Committee and Agency Reports - CC-ADM-24-071.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Reports from CC Organizations.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report.
11. EXTENSION OF GOLF COURSE MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT AND EVENT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH KEMPERSPORTS
1. KemperSports Agreement Extension - CC-PR-24-024.pdf
Councilwoman Huang said she is supportive of the item and the agreement itself but would like to consider a special meeting to discuss how the golf course could remain innovative and how the golf course and other Parks and Recreation facilities come together.
A lengthy conversation ensued among Council regarding Councilwoman Huang's comments and how to improve amenities in Yorba Linda. Council requested that staff set-up a meeting with KemperSports and Councilwoman Huang, along with another Councilmember, no more than two, to discuss Black Gold Golf Course's greatest opportunities and challenges, similar to how they meet with JLL to discuss economic development quarterly.
Moved by
Huang
Seconded by
Campbell
It is recommended that the City Council authorize a 5-year extension of the Golf Course Management Agreement and the Event Services Agreement with KemperSports Management Inc.
AYES (5)
Rodriguez, Haney, Campbell, Huang, and Lim
CARRIED (5 to 0)
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT/MAYOR’S REPORT/MATTERS PRESENTED BY COUNCILMEMBERS/ OTHER AGENCY REPORTS Mayor Pro Tem Haney wished everyone a happy Thanksgiving and encouraged the community to follow the Orange County Sheriff's Department and the Orange County Fire Authority on social media to stay informed on crime prevention strategies and fire prevention strategies.
Councilwoman Janice Lim expressed gratitude to everyone who worked on the City's housing element and congratulated all staff, the Working Group and businesses that helped spread the word. She reiterated the comment made by Ms. Kanne and said the 7th RHNA Cycle will be underway before we know it and it is important to stay informed and engaged. She spoke of Shop Dine Support Yorba Linda and said the launch will be during the holiday season and encouraged the community to attend Holiday on Main Street and to shop locally so that sales revenue supports the City. She concluded her comments by saying that she attended the California Sober Living Task Force meeting with Assemblywoman Diane Dixon and said legislation on sober living and recovery treatment centers will be changing.
Councilwoman Huang thanked residents, the Working Group and staff for their years of hard work. She encouraged the community to stay engaged because legislation is constantly changing. She said residents can follow Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) meetings to remain vigilant and informed on this important issue. She spoke about the Asian Citrus Psyllid bug and encouraged residents with citrus trees to contact the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District to set up mosquito traps.
Councilman Carlos Rodriguez expressed his enthusiasm over the election results thus far and the Measure JJ lead. He spoke about the resolution that the City previously adopted encouraging the State of California Insurance Commissioner, State and Governor to take action to stabilize California's insurance marketplace. He shared that other cities have joined in their effort and it has now also gained the support of the Orange County Board of Supervisors, Orange County Council of Governments, and SCAG.
Mayor Campbell echoed the comments made by her colleagues and said she was proud of how the residents and staff rallied together to defeat Measure KK with the overwhelming support of Measure JJ. She also spoke of Shop Dine Support Yorba Linda and reminded residents while holiday shopping to shop locally. She said construction for the Starbucks at Eastlake and Chick-fil-A is done, and they will be having their ribbon-cutting Thursday morning. Mayor Campbell invited the community to the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony which will be held on Saturday, December 7, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Yorba Linda Town Center. She also announced the City's 3rd Holiday Decorating Contest and said all entries will be featured on the City's interactive Holiday Decoration Map. Entries should be submitted by Wednesday, December 11th and more information can be found on the City's website. Mayor Campbell concluded her comments by encouraging residents to attend the Holidays on the Paseo for a magical Wednesday evening on December 18th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at the Yorba Linda Public Library and Cultural Arts Center campus. She said the event is free, and registration is not required.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
18. FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 GENERAL FUND YEAR END RESULTS
1. FY 2023-24 General Fund Year-end Results - CC-FIN-24-050.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - FY 2023-24 Final Budget Appropriation Requests.pdf Sunny Han, Finance Director shared a PowerPoint which provided background on the two-year budget. She provided a summary of the 23/24 General Fund Revenue and Expenditure results. She provided a summary of the General Fund results and said the budgetary reserve balance of $29 million is 62.4% as of June 30, 2024. Director Han also reported that available resources exceed budget requirements by $5.8 million. She concluded her presentation by discussing the requested year-end adjustments and staff recommendations which included the transfer of $3 million from the General Fund to the Special Reserve Fund to save for future projects and the transfer of $125,000 to the Library Capital Reserve Fund to save for future capital projects, appropriation of $1,093,460 in the Measure M2 Fund and the appropriation of $31,740 in the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account Fund (RMRA).
Moved by
Haney
Seconded by
Lim
It is recommended that the City Council: 1.) Authorize the appropriation of $3,583,800 of available excess General Fund Operating Reserves for the following purposes: a.) $166,800 to be paid to CalPERS to continue implementation of the Council’s direction to proactively manage the repayment of the City’s unfunded accrued pension liability (UAL); b.) $417,000 to be deposited into the City’s Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust to pre-fund a portion of the City’s unfunded retiree medical liability; c.) Transfer $3 million to the Special Reserves Fund to set aside monies for unfunded projects; 2.) Authorize the appropriation of $241,200 from Library Fund Operating Reserves for the following purposes: a.) $33,200 to be paid to CalPERS to continue implementation of the Council’s direction to proactively manage the repayment of the City’s unfunded accrued pension liability (UAL); b.) $83,000 to be deposited into the City’s Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust to pre-fund a portion of the City’s unfunded retiree medical liability; c.) $125,000 to be appropriated to the Library Reserve Fund for future maintenance and capital improvements on the Library; and 3.) Approve the attached list of final budget appropriations for fiscal year 2023/24.
AYES (5)
Rodriguez, Haney, Campbell, Huang, and Lim
CARRIED (5 to 0)
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Campbell adjourned the meeting at 7:46 p.m. to the next regularly scheduled City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency joint meeting on December 3, 2024.