Council Meeting - June 03, 2025
CALL TO ORDER
The City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency convened at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 4845 Casa Loma Avenue.
ROLL CALL
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) (1 Case)
B. PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT – CITY MANAGER
Government Code Section 54957
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
None.
CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION
The City Council convened into Closed Session at 5:31 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
Mayor Pro Tem Carlos Rodriguez
INVOCATION
Reverend Lynn Stone, Yorba Linda Presbyterian Church
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Todd Litfin said there was no reportable action.
INTRODUCTIONS & PRESENTATIONS
PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 19TH AS IBD DAY
Mayor Janice Lim invited Simran Vaswani,
representing Take Steps Youth Leadership Committee, to the podium and presented her with a proclamation declaring May 19th as IBD Day. Mayor Lim said that it is estimated that 2.3 million people in the United States are living with inflammatory bowel disease, an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation throughout the gastrointestinal tract.
Ms. Vaswani spoke briefly about IBD and thanked Council for the proclamation.
RECOGNITION OF LAND SHARKS AND BANANA SLUGS NORTH COUNTY BOYS BASKETBALL TEAMS Mayor Lim invited the Land Sharks and the Banana Slugs of North County Boys Basketball teams to the podium and congratulated them for their successful season. She said the Land Sharks won the D1 Boys 7th-9th Grade Copper Division Championship, and the Banana Slugs won the D1 boys 7th-9th Grade Bronze Division this past spring.
Council congratulated the students and presented them with a certificate of recognition. They each also received certificates from the offices of Congresswoman Young Kim, Senators Steven Choi and Kelly Seyarto, Assemblyman Phillip Chen, and Supervisor Don Wagner.
RECOGNITION OF PUBLIC WORKS ASCE PROJECT OF THE YEAR AWARD Mayor Lim invited Public Works Director / City Engineer Jamie Lai to the podium and congratulated the department for receiving the distinguished award and thanked them for their tremendous work. Pat Butress, representative from the office of Supervisor Wagner also congratulated Director Lai and her staff for the incredible job on Bastanchury Road. Director Lai shared the video staff submitted to the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) on the Bastanchury Road Widening Project for the award consideration.
Director Lai received a certificate from Council as well as the offices of Congresswoman Kim, Senators Choi and Seyarto, Assemblyman Chen, and Supervisor Wagner.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW STAFF MEMBER ADULT SERVICES MANAGER ZORAIDA MARTINEZ City Manager Mark Pulone introduced new staff member Zoraida Martinez, Adult Services Manager for the library. He shared that Zoraida has two bachelor's degrees from the University of California, Riverside, and a Master of Management in Library and Information Science from the University of Southern California. He said she began her career at a middle school in Durango, Colorado and most recently, the City of Palm Desert. When not at work, Zoraida enjoys road trips, exploring national parks and collecting library cards.
Councilman Shivinder Singh spoke about civic engagement and introduced his two interns, Sarena Yu and Simran Vaswani.
Mayor Lim also introduced her two interns, Charlie Chen and Summer Haque.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR OR ITEMS NOT ON THE REMAINDER OF THE AGENDA Trudi DesRoches, Yorba Linda Water District Board Director, said like many agencies, the district is in the middle of their budget cycle and is considering a rate increase. She said for those who would like to learn more, their next meeting will be on June 12th at 8:30 a.m. She provided an update on projects recently completed, including the Box Canyon waterline re-lining, and fire-flow improvements on several streets. She also spoke about projects currently in progress, including the Timber Ridge Booster Pump station, and fire-flow enhancements at two Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District Schools, Mabel Paine and Charles Wagner Elementary School. She spoke of other locations that are also receiving fire-flow enhancements and encouraged residents to visit the District website for more information or to attend an upcoming Board meeting.
Richard de Bruijn, resident, spoke about Bastanchury Road and its history. He spoke about the vacant land and its potential use. He suggested a soccer field.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Moved by
Campbell
Seconded by
Singh
It is recommended that the City Council approve the Consent Calendar.
AYES (5)
Singh, Rodriguez, Lim, Huang, and Campbell
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 – JUNE 3, 2025
1. AP Check Register 6-3-25 - CC-FIN-25-021.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - AP Check Register 6-3-25.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the accounts payable check register and wire transfer report dated June 3, 2025, in the amount of $1,975,036.63.
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE MAY 20, 2025 CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE YORBA LINDA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CC_May20_2025 - English.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency approve the minutes of the May 20, 2025 City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency joint meeting.
4. TREASURER’S REPORT – MARCH 2025
1. Treasurers Report Mar 2025 - CC-FIN-25-020.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Treasurers Report Mar 2025.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. AWARD A PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 ANNUAL PAVEMENT PRESERVATION PROJECT TO ONYX PAVING COMPANY, INC.
1. Award of FY24-25 APPP Zone 7 - CC-PW-25-019.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Vicinity Map.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Construction Contract Onyx Paving Company.pdf It is recommended that the City Council: .1) Approve the plans and specifications for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Pavement Preservation Project (APPP) (Zone 7). 2.) Find that the Projects are categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Class 1, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15301. 3.) Award the Public Works Construction Contract to Onyx Paving Company, Inc. for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 APPP (Zone 7), and reject all other bids; 4.) It is also recommended that the City Council authorize expenditures of up to $413,100 (15% of the value of the Construction Contract, including bid alternate) for potential additional services and unanticipated work that may arise during the course of work; and, 5.) Authorize the City Manager, on behalf of the Council, to execute the proposed contract and agreements and change order approval authority to execute future contract modifications and increases in amounts not to exceed the contingency threshold amounts above for each respective agreement.
6. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR CITYWIDE STREET STRIPING, PAVEMENT MARKINGS, CURB PAINTING AND RELATED MAINTENANCE SERVICES TO J&S STRIPING COMPANY, INC.
1. Citywide St Services - JS Striping Company - CC-PW-25-016.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Bid Proposal.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Agreement.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council: 1.) Award the proposed three-year contract for citywide street striping, pavement markings, curb painting and related maintenance services to J&S Striping Company, Inc. in the amount not to exceed $692,409 ($230,803 annually) and reject all other bids, and, 2.) Authorize expenditures for contract contingencies and potential additional services or unanticipated work performance that may arise, in an amount of $34,620.45 annually (15% of the contract amount) for the three-year term; and, 3.) Authorize the City Manager on behalf of the Council to execute the proposed contract and potential future amendment or change orders within the designated contingency amount and approve contract renewals including any unit price increase(s) as provided within this agreement on behalf of the Council.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-5941 ADOPTING THE CITY’S PROJECT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026 FUNDED BY SENATE BILL 1: THE ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017
1. FY 25-26 SB1 RMRA Resolution Report - CC-PW-25-017.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Resolution No. 2025-5941.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council approve Resolution No. 2025-5941 adopting the City’s Project for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 funded by Senate Bill 1: Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
8. APPROVE RENEWAL AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES WITHIN LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT PACKAGE G
1. LMAD Package G Maintenance Agreement Extension - CC-PW-25-018.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Amend No. 5 Nieves Package G.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council: 1.) Approve an additional term renewal to the Maintenance Service Agreement (No. 21220067) with Nieves Landscape, Inc. (Nieves), for Landscape Maintenance Assessment District (LMAD) Package G (Package G), to extend the term of the agreement for two years and increase compensation by 7.5% for a total of $758,167.03 for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 and 7.5% for a total of $815,029.56 for Fiscal Year 2026/2027 for a not-to-exceed total amount of $1,573,196.59; and 2.) Authorize the City Manager, on behalf of Council, to execute the proposed amendment and change order approval authority to execute future contract modifications and contingency increases in amounts not to exceed fifteen percent (15%) of the annual approved agreement amounts for each respective fiscal year.
9. DEMOLITION PERMIT REQUEST FOR 18597 AND 18602 ALTRUDY LANE (PHASE II OF THE ALTRUDY LANE SENIOR APARTMENTS)
1. Demo Permit -18597 and 18602 Altrudy Ln - Altrudy Senior Apts Phase II - CC-CD-25-011.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Applicants Demo Req. Letter.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Applicants Demo Plan Proposal.pdf
4. Attachment 3 - Site Aerial Photo.pdf
5. Attachment 4 - Front Elevation Photo.pdf
6. Attachment 5 - Asbestos Report_ 18597 Altrudy.pdf
7. Attachment 6 - Asbestos Report_ 18602 Altrudy.pdf
8. Attachment 7 - Lead Based Paint Report_ 18597 Altrudy.pdf
9. Attachment 8 - Lead Based Paint Report_ 18602 Altrudy.pdf It is recommended that City Council approve the demolition permit request for 18597 & 18602 Altrudy Lane.
10. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 6 - SENIOR MOBILITY PROGRAM
1. Amend No. 6 - Senior Mobility Program - CC-PR-25-007.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - CABCO Yellow Inc agreement 4-22-21.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - CABCO Yellow Inc. Amend No. 6.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council approve Amendment No. 6 to the April 22, 2021, Agreement with CABCO Yellow Inc. effective June 3, 2025.
11. REPORTS OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTIONS FROM THEIR LAST MEETING
1. Planning Comm. Recap 5-28-25.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report.
12. COMMITTEE AND AGENCY REPORTS
1. Committee and Agency Reports - CC-ADM-25-037.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Reports from CC Organizations.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report.
PUBLIC HEARING
13. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-5943, ORDERING COSTS FOR CITYWIDE LMAD AND CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FY 2025/26 OVERRULING ALL PROTESTS, AND LEVYING THE ASSESSMENTS CONFIRMED HEREIN
1. FY25-26 Engineer's Report - CC-PW-25-020.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Resolution No. 2025-5943.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - FY 2025-2026 Engineer's Report.pdf
City Attorney Litfin stated that because the LMAD assessments affect the entire City and each Councilmember owns property in the City, there may be a potential conflict of interest due to their real property interests per FPPC Regulation Section 18702.2(a)(3). However, under Section 18705(a), a public official may participate only if there exists no alternative source of decision for that legislative body. Here, approval of the Engineer’s Report and levying of assessments for LMAD is required by City Council per Landscaping and Lighting Act (Sts. & Hwy Code, Section 22623); therefore, the minimum number of Councilmembers can participate to reach quorum.
He further stated that under the Public Generally exception in Section 18703(e)(1), this could be perceived as not a conflict; however, the City is being cautious of the potential conflict. The Councilmembers’ real property interests at issue, which include each of the Councilmembers’ personal residence, are located in the following LMAD zones:
Mayor Lim – Arterial Landscaping Zone A-3, Local Landscaping Zone L2V, and Local Lighting Zone A, Arterial Lighting Zone, and Traffic Signal Zone TS-2; Councilwoman Peggy Huang – Arterial Landscaping Zone A-6, Local Landscaping Zone L5B, and Local Lighting Zone A, Arterial Lighting Zone, and Traffic Signal Zone TS-2; Mayor Pro Tem Rodriguez – Arterial Landscaping Zone A-5, Local Landscaping Zone L2G, and Local Lighting Zone A, Arterial Lighting Zone, and Traffic Signal Zone TS-2; Councilman Singh – Arterial Landscaping Zone A-7, Arterial Lighting Zone, Traffic Signal Zone TS-2, and is not in a Local Landscaping or Local Lighting Zone; and Councilwoman Tara Campbell – Arterial Landscaping Zone A-7, Local Lighting Zone B, Arterial Lighting Zone, Traffic Signal Zone TS-2, and is not on a Local Landscaping Zone.
Mayor Pro Tem Rodriguez and Councilwoman Huang recused themselves from the meeting at 7:12 p.m. a. Open Public Hearing - Mayor Lim opened the public hearing. b. Staff Report
Public Works Director / City Engineer Jamie Lai provided a PowerPoint presentation on the FY 2025-26 Engineer's Report, highlighting what the LMAD is, the timeline since 1979, zones, updates since last year, including before and after landscape projects and Proposition 218 updates. She said one landscape zone, Zone L-1A, is projected to require Proposition 218 actions as it has budgeted expenditures exceeding projected available fund balances. She said this deficiency is projected to be addressed in the upcoming Fiscal Year. c. Take Testimony
Peter Meng, resident, expressed his opposition on the item and spoke about trees that he believes should be removed as they pose a hazardous fire risk. d. Close Public Hearing - Mayor Lim closed the public hearing. e. Make Determination
A conversation ensued among Council regarding the Local Landscape Zones and Zone L-1A.
Moved by
Campbell
Seconded by
Lim
It is recommended that the City Council
a
dopt proposed Resolution No. 202
5 -
5943
(Attachment 1), pursuant to the
provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, ordering that the costs for certain improvements in the Citywide Yorba Linda Lighting and Landscaping Maintenance Assessment
District shall be raised through installments
over a period of
years, confirming the
diagram boundaries and
assessments for
FY 202
5 /2
026
for
the Citywide Yorba Linda Lighting and Landscaping Maintenance Assessment District, overruling all protests concerning the assessments, and levying the assessments confirmed herein.
AYES (3)
Singh, Lim, and Campbell
ABSTAINED (2)
Huang, and Rodriguez
CARRIED (3 to 0)
Mayor Pro Tem Rodriguez and Councilwoman Huang rejoined the meeting at 7:24 p.m.
Micaela Lubben, resident, spoke about issues she is experiencing with her neighbor on Shaw Lane. She spoke of difficulties with her neighbor's trash and overgrown trees and rubbish. She said the City's code enforcement needs to inspect the lot for violations.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT/MAYOR’S REPORT/MATTERS PRESENTED BY COUNCILMEMBERS/ OTHER AGENCY REPORTS City Manager Pulone responded to Ms. Lubben's comments and said he understands her frustration. He said he will provide her with his card so he can work with her as early as tomorrow to help address her concerns. He thanked Mr. de Bruijn for the history on Bastanchury Road and said the City does not have a plan in place for the vacant land, primarily because the City does not have funding. However, City Manager Pulone said on tonight's agenda is the City's two-year budget, which will discuss Capital Improvement Projects, and perhaps Bastanchury Road can fall under one of those categories.
Councilwoman Campbell also told Ms. Lubben that she can always email her whenever she needs assistance with an issue and she will work with staff to assure it is taken care of promptly. She said she attended the Best and Bravest OCFA Awards on May 30th, where local Yorba Linda public safety employees were recognized.
Councilman Singh also addressed Ms. Lubben's concerns and asked City Manager Pulone if staff had gone out to conduct a site visit. City Manager Pulone said he would follow up with staff accordingly. Councilman Singh said he spoke with Starlink and asked City Manager Pulone to provide an update on fiber services. City Manager Pulone said since the City adopted microtrench guidelines, no firm has moved forward in the process, and spoke of Starlink's business plan and reduced costs. He said as things move forward, he will keep the Council apprised on the developments. Councilman Singh said there was recently a residential burglary where residents were home and sleeping, he asked Chief of Police Services Captain De Anne Wigginton to advise what to do under these circumstances. She said she cannot provide details of the case, but urged residents to immediately call 911 when someone enters their home and spoke of the importance of Flock cameras. Councilman Singh asked Parks and Recreation Director Mike Kudron for an update on upcoming summer events. Director Kudron spoke about Adventure Playground Summer Camp, and said the department offers over 150 summer camps which range from sports, theatre, science and more.
Mayor Pro Tem Rodriguez said the Air Quality Management District (AQMD) will be holding a public hearing Friday June 6th to discuss Rules 1111 and 1121 and spoke about the potential impacts of these rules.
Councilwoman Huang announced the upcoming Title IX Run / Walk at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum on June 21st. She congratulated Mayor Pro Tem Rodriguez's daughter and her basketball team and spoke of their successes.
Mayor Lim also spoke of the Title IX Run / Walk on Saturday, June 21st and urged the community to participate. She attended the Best and Bravest award ceremony with Councilwoman Campbell and Huang and expressed her gratitude for our local heroes. Mayor Lim announced that the City is accepting nominations for Citizen of the Year, a program that recognizes a truly deserving local hero who goes above and beyond for the community. She said this recognition is once a year and nominations are currently being accepted for 2025. Nominations will be accepted until September 3, 2025, forms and detailed information about the program are available at yorbalindaca.gov/CitizenoftheYear. Mayor Lim shared that the annual Summer Reading Fun Fest will take place on Saturday, June 14, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Yorba Linda Public Library.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
14. FY 2024/25 3RD QUARTER BUDGET UPDATE, PREL. REVIEW FY 2025/26 & FY 2026/27 TWO-YEAR OPERATING BUDGET, FY 2025/26 & FY 2026/27 TWO YEAR CIP BUDGET & FY 2025/26 – 2031/32 SEVEN YEAR CIP BUDGET
1. FY24-25 3rd Qtr Budget Update, Prelim Rev FY25-27 Op and CIP Budget - CC-FIN-25-022.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - FY 24-25 3Q Budget Adjustments.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Authorized Positions List.pdf
4. Attachment 3 - Tier 1 CIP Project List.pdf
5. Attachment 4 - Tier 2 CIP Project List.pdf
6. Attachment 5 - Seven Year CIP Project List.pdf
Finance Director Sunny Han shared a PowerPoint presentation for this item. Her presentation included updates on the FY 2024-25 Third Quarter General Fund and FY 2025-2027 Operating Budget Review. She said that the General Fund Budget is structurally balanced, with a projected $114k surplus in FY25/26 and $34k surplus in FY 26/27. She spoke of key drivers of the increases to the General Fund, anticipated General Fund Reserve Balance, the Library and LMAD Fund budgets, requested personnel changes, the Black Gold Golf Club budget and concluded with an overview of Capital Improvement Projects. Parks and Recreation Director Kudron spoke specifically about CIP projects for his department, along with their estimated costs. Those projects included the Arroyo Park Turf Renovation, and Significant Building and Facilities Projects. Director Lai spoke about the significant projects for Public Works which include Significant Street Improvement Projects, the Ongoing Street Maintenance Program, Traffic Control Projects, and LMAD Landscaping Projects.
Richard de Bruijn, resident, said he understands that personnel and contract services account for a significant portion of general fund expenditure and inquired if the projects for those contracts are listed anywhere. He said Black Gold Golf Club used to be a financial liability for the City and asked for clarification as to whether it is now considered a source of revenue, he also spoke about the library loan. He concluded his comments by talking about tariffs and their potential impact on the City's sales tax.
City Manager Pulone responded to Mr. de Bruijn's comments and said when the Black Gold Golf Club was first constructed, the City had debt service that it was paying off, however, that debt was paid off about ten years ago, and its revenues can be used to help pay for projects. Similarly, the library receives separate funding through a property tax levy which covers operating costs, maintenance and future improvements. With respect to sales tax, he said the City worked with third party companies to determine sales tax projections. Tariffs are one of many factors considered in the forecasts, and the companies are conservative with their estimates. City Manager Pulone said with respect to contract services, all contracts entered into by the City are through outside contract vendors, and they are competitively bid.
A lengthy conversation ensued among Council regarding the budget, capital improvement projects, as well as Shop Dine Support Yorba Linda and how to best bring sales tax to the City. They discussed the possibility of holding a special study session / workshop to discuss sales tax.
Susan Wan-Ross, Yorba Linda Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Officer, spoke about the Chamber's efforts to bring business and statistics on store openings and closures.
Councilwoman Huang recommended a Council workshop before the end of the third quarter with Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) and HdL Companies projections, as well as the Chamber and local businesses. Councilwoman Campbell suggested inviting the City's top sales tax-generating businesses.
Moved by
Huang
Seconded by
Singh
It is recommended that the City Council: 1.) Receive and file the attached list of line-item budget transfers and supplemental budget appropriations for the third quarter of FY 2024/25 (Attachment 1), as required by City Council Policy F-4 – Supplemental Budget and Line Item Transfers; 2.) Receive and file staff’s presentation regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2025/26 and 2026/27 Two-Year Operating Budget and proposed FY 2025/26 – 2031/32 Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP); and 3.) Provide feedback to staff regarding any changes to the proposed Two-Year Operating Budget that the City Council would like to see incorporated into the final version of the budget; 4.) Provide feedback to staff regarding any changes to the list of proposed Tier 1 CIP projects (Attachment 3) that the City Council would like to see incorporated into the final version of the CIP; and 5.) Provide feedback to staff regarding any changes to the list of Tier 2 CIP projects (Attachment 4) that the City Council would like to see incorporated into the final version of the CIP; and 6.) Provide feedback to staff regarding any changes to the list of proposed projects identified on the 7-Year CIP list (Attachment 5).
AYES (5)
Singh, Lim, Huang, Campbell, and Rodriguez
CARRIED (5 to 0)
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Lim adjourned the meeting at 9:15 p.m. to the next regularly scheduled City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency joint meeting on June 17, 2025.