Council Meeting - July 15, 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
Councilman Shivinder Singh arrived at 5:40 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) (4 Cases)
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 6:34 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 4845 Casa Loma Avenue, Yorba Linda.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilwoman Tara Campbell
INVOCATION
Chaplain John Siu, Orange County Sheriff's Department
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Todd Litfin said there was no reportable action.
INTRODUCTIONS & PRESENTATIONS
RECOGNITION OF YORBA LINDA HIGH SCHOOL TRACK AND FIELD
Mayor Janice Lim invited the Yorba Linda High School Track and Field team to the lectern. She said the team had a successful season this year, having had 29 CIF Qualifiers, 8 of which went to CIF Finals, 2 went to CIF Masters, and one, Isabella Wroblewski, went to CIF State Meet. Council congratulated the students for this successful season and presented them with certificates of recognition.
The students also received certificates from the offices of Congresswoman Young Kim, Senators Steven Choi and Kelly Seyarto, Assemblyman Phillip Chen, and Pat Buttress, representative from the office of Supervisor Don Wagner, who was in attendance.
RECOGNITION OF YORBA LINDA HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY GOLF COACH DENNIS RIGGS Mayor Lim invited Coach Dennis Riggs to the lectern and presented him with a recognition certificate in honor of his exceptional service and dedication as the Varsity Golf Coach at Yorba Linda High School from 2009 - 2025. She spoke about his leadership and the positive impact he has had on students and congratulated him on his retirement. The Yorba Linda High School Golf Booster Club President Tri Leu and JV Coach Rich Toro spoke about Coach Rigg's accomplishments and dedication to the program.
Mr. Riggs also received certificates from
the offices of Congresswoman Kim, Senators Choi and Seyarto, Assemblyman Chen, and Supervisor Wagner, which was provided by his representative Ms. Buttress.
RECOGNITION DECLARING JULY AS NATIONAL PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH Mayor Lim presented a proclamation to Parks and Recreation Commission Chair Erin Hamilton, declaring the month of July as "Parks and Recreation Month" and shared a short video with images of programs Parks and Recreation offers.
Chair Hamilton spoke of the importance of parks and thanked Council for their continued support.
LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES UPDATE BY CHIEF OF POLICE SERVICES CAPTAIN DE ANNE WIGGINTON Chief of Police Services Captain De Anne Wigginton provided a PowerPoint presentation on law enforcement updates for May and June. She provided statistics on the traffic collisions, response times of 4:36 and 4:48 for May and June, respectively, crime data, residential burglaries, and arrests. She discussed a few significant arrests, including one on May 20th where one suspect was arrested for grand theft, and another on June 21st where one suspect was arrested for robbery and vandalism. Captain Wigginton highlighted their recent community events, such as Breakfast with Deputies, Ice Cream with Deputies, Officer Friendly, the Special Olympics Torch Run and Pizza with Patrol. She concluded her comments by congratulating the Special Enforcement Team, Chris Brinegar, Bongki Min, and Andrew Valdez for being named Deputies of the Year. She also congratulated Deputy Ryan Reneau for being the Sunrise Rotary Club's Peace Officer of the Year.
RECOGNITION OF DEPUTIES OF THE YEAR
Mayor Lim invited Deputies Brinegar and Min to the podium and recognized them as the Deputies of the Year. Deputy Valdez was not in attendance. Mayor Lim also recognized Deputy Reneau for receiving the distinguished Peace Officer of the Year award from the Rotary Club.
Council thanked the deputies for their service and also presented them with certificates from the offices of Congresswoman Kim, Senators Choi and Seyarto, Assemblyman Chen, and Supervisor Wagner.
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE QUARTERLY UPDATE AND BUSINESSES OF THE MONTH RECOGNITIONS Mayor Lim invited Yorba Linda Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board John Kalil to provide the Quarterly update. He shared a PowerPoint presentation highlighting their Chairman's Circle, ribbon cuttings, lunch mobs, e-waste, National Civics Bee, and Principal for a Day. He said the quarterly retention rate is 96.2% with a total member count of 265. Ms. Wan-Ross provided statistics on the Chamber's closed business recorded, certificates of origin, and provided an update on the Yorba Linda Chamber of Commerce Foundation.
She concluded her presentation by recognizing the businesses of the month for April, May and June respectively as: Face Painting by Tiffany, Weller Group, and Stefano's Golden Baked Hams. Council presented the businesses of the month with a certificate of recognition and thanked them for their contributions to the community. The businesses also received recognitions from the offices of Congresswoman Kim, Senators Choi and Seyarto, Assemblyman Chen and Supervisor Wagner.
CITY'S BUSINESS OF THE QUARTER RECOGNITION
Mayor Lim invited Chef Adam Navidi to the podium and presented him with the City's Business of the Quarter recognition for Oceans & Earth. She said the business was born from a promise to the owner's mother, and has since brought a unique dining experience to Yorba Linda.
Chef Navidi also received certificates from the offices of Congresswoman Kim, Senators Choi and Seyarto, Assemblyman Chen, and Supervisor Wagner. Chef Navidi spoke about the restaurant and thanked the community for the support.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR OR ITEMS NOT ON THE REMAINDER OF THE AGENDA Richard de Bruijn, resident, spoke about the location of a large pine tree, located on the southeast corner of someone's backyard at La Entrada Drive and the issues with extensive fallout and fire hazards. He thanked Council for beautifying the parkway on Casa Loma Avenue from Bastanchury Road to La Entrada Drive, and mentioned that on Eureka Avenue, from La Entrada Drive to Imperial Highway, there are sections where there is no walkway and recently an eldery woman fell on the gravel. He inquired if it would be ideal and safe to add a walkway.
Robin Weinberg, resident, spoke about the Bryant Ranch Center and her experience during past fire evacuations. She said Measure KK on the November 2024 ballot, for high-density residential housing and mixed-use development at the site of the Bryant Ranch Shopping Center, was strongly opposed and does not understand how the development could potentially be safe with the difficulties already experienced during emergency evacuations and the potential parking concerns. She urged Council to oppose development on that site.
The following residents expressed concerns with Consent Calendar Item No. 10 - Ordinance No. 2025-1113 to adopt CalFire's Fire Hazard Severity Zones, as it relates to what they believe is the improper designation of the Bryant Ranch area and the increased safety risk to the community if adopted as is, and stressed that the community voted strongly against Measure KK, developing the Bryant Ranch Center. Some also expressed concerns with the level of public engagement: Nipi Kondal, Tedeep Kondal, Pam Mikus, Angie Cohen, Chiarina Hammell, Peter Meng, Ellen McCoy, Tony Checchin, Greg B.
Peter Meng, resident, expressed concerns with trees on easements near his property and the risks of fire.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilman Shivinder Singh requested to pull Item Nos. 4, 7 and 10 from the Consent Calendar.
Moved by
Campbell
Seconded by
Singh
It is recommended that the City Council approve the Consent Calendar with the exception of Item Nos. 4, 7 and 10.
AYES (4)
Rodriguez, Campbell, Singh, and Lim
CARRIED (4 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 – JULY 15, 2025
1. AP Check Register 7-15-25 - CC-FIN-25-030.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - AP Check Register 7-15-25.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the accounts payable check register and wire transfer report dated July 15, 2025, in the amount of $2,570,730.80.
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE JUNE 17, 2025 CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE YORBA LINDA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CC_Jun17_2025 - English.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency approve the minutes of the June 17, 2025 City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency joint meeting.
5. TREASURER’S REPORT – APRIL 2025
1. Treasurers Report April 2025 - CC-FIN-25-028.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Treasurers Report April 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.
6. TREASURER’S REPORT – MAY 2025
1. Treasurers Report May 2025 - CC-FIN-25-029.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Treasurers Report May 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.
8. APPROVE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH FOUNTAINHEAD CONSULTING CORPORATION FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, MATERIALS TESTING, AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR LAKEVIEW AVENUE WIDENING (FROM ORIENTE DRIVE TO BASTANCHURY ROAD) PROJECT
1. Lakeview Ave CM Material Testing Inspec Svcs Contract Fountainhead - CC-PW-25-025.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Professional Services Agreement Fountainhead.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Fountainhead Proposal for Lakeview Ave Widening.pdf It is recommended that the City Council: 1.) Approve a Professional Services Contract with Fountainhead Consulting Corporation in the amount of $211,528.00 to provide Construction Management, Materials Testing, and Inspection Services and authorize expenditures up to $31,729.20 in total contract contingencies (15% of contract) for potential additional services; and 2.) Authorize the City Manager, on behalf of 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 amount as noted above.
9. REPLACE SECURITY BONDS FOR PARCEL MAP 2005-135 YORBA VISTA DEVELOPMENT (SEPULVEDA BUILDERS, INC. AND GEORGE AND JOAN ADAMS)
1. Accept Replacement Bonds PM2005-135 Yorba Vista - CC-PW-25-026.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Vicinity Map.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Original Subdivision Improvement Agreement.pdf
4. Attachment 3 - Replacement Bonds (Cashier’s Check).pdf
5. Attachment 4 - Grant Deeds.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Clerk to: 1.) Accept the replacement street improvement bonds for Parcel Map 2005-135 posted by four (4) Yorba Vista Homeowners (Yorba Vista HOA); and 2.) Release the remaining securities deposited by Sepulveda Builders, Inc. and George and Joan Adams (Sepulveda) as outlined herein.
11. COMMITTEE AND AGENCY REPORTS
1. Committee and Agency Reports - CC-ADM-25-048.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Reports from CC Organizations.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report.
4. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE JUNE 24, 2025 CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE YORBA LINDA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY SPECIAL MEETING
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CC SPC_Jun24_2025 - English.pdf Councilman Singh spoke about the special meeting minutes and items discussed that were omitted. He requested that staff revise the minutes to include the discussion regarding the optimized goal of 0% - 2% sales tax growth in collaboration with HdL Companies and Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), filling industrial units, a future presentation by the Chamber of Commerce on the business district.
Moved by
Singh
Seconded by
Campbell
It is recommended that the City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency approve the minutes of the June 24, 2025 City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency joint special meeting.
AYES (5)
Rodriguez, Campbell, Huang, Singh, and Lim
CARRIED (5 to 0)
7. TWO-YEAR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF YORBA LINDA AND THE YORBA LINDA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
1. Yorba Linda Chamber of Commerce Agreement - CC-ADM-25-049.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Proposed Agreement.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Exhibit B - State of the City Tasks.pdf
4. Attachment 3 - Exhibit C - Chamber ByLaws.pdf
Councilman Singh spoke about the agreement and deliverables that were discussed at the City Council Special Economic Development Workshop on June 24th.
Mayor Pro Tem Carlos Rodriguez expressed that he believes the agreement can move forward as is, with the understanding that those performance measures be taken into consideration as direction.
Moved by
Rodriguez
Seconded by
Campbell
It is recommended that the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute a Professional Services Agreement (“Agreement”) between the City of Yorba Linda and the Yorba Linda Chamber of Commerce in the amount of $25,000 per year, for a two-year period, covering fiscal years 2025/26 and 2026/27.
AYES (5)
Rodriguez, Campbell, Huang, Singh, and Lim
CARRIED (5 to 0)
10. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-1113, ADOPTING CALFIRE'S FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES
1. Second Reading Ordinance No. 2025-1113.pdf
Councilman Singh said he appreciates all of the residents who came to speak on this item and wants to ensure that they know their comments are being heard. He reiterated some of the comments made by residents and asked City Attorney Litfin if the City Council has enough substantial evidence to support a change in the designation for the Bryant Ranch area, and what organization provides the substantial evidence.
City Attorney Litfin said the Fire Code provides the City with the authority to increase the severity level of certain areas. To do so, there must be enough substantial evidence, and the City previously discussed what evidence the City could use at the last meeting. There, it was stated by Orange County Fire Authority Chief Kevin Fetterman that he had no evidence to recommend for that change in classification. He said that the fire code upgrade would increase building standards. Though evacuation and traffic are valid concerns, those are not necessarily datapoints as far as hardening that particular area.
Chief Fetterman responded to the concerns shared by residents and said that the City, OCFA nor the County of Orange had any input on the maps. He said CalFire prepared the maps with 34 datapoints, including topography, fuel type, potential to receive, hold and carry fire. He said there is no mechanism to provide feedback to CalFire on the maps; even if the City received 1,000 comments, there is no way for the City to provide input.
A lengthy conversation ensued regarding feedback received and how to change the severity of areas, the pros and cons of doing so, the substantial evidence required, the CEQA Exemption application filed by the Bryant Ranch Development that the City denied, along with the 120-day requirement to adopt the map.
Councilwoman Peggy Huang said changing the zone for the Bryant Ranch area would not stop the potential development; it strictly would mean that the development must comply with the corresponding zone regulations and would also affect the single-family homes in the vicinity. She also said that there is nothing in the statutory requirements that say the City can't amend the maps outside of the 120-day adoption requirement. She made a motion to adopt the item and requested that Chief Fetterman contact CalFire to aid the City with the datasets to amend the maps thereafter.
Councilwoman Campbell seconded the motion and asked for the item to return to Council in the next 60-days with an update on the discussion with CalFire, substantial evidence and methodology used to determine the zones.
Moved by
Huang
Seconded by
Campbell
It is recommended that the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 2025-1113, adopting CalFire's Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) as written to meet the statutory requirements, and direct OCFA to contact CalFire regarding the datasets used for the maps, and return at a future meeting, within 60-days, to discuss those datasets and if there is an amendment process.
AYES (5)
Rodriguez, Campbell, Huang, Singh, and Lim
CARRIED (5 to 0)
PUBLIC HEARING
12. FINANCING FOR THE ALTRUDY LANE II SENIOR APARTMENTS AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT
1. TEFRA Hearing Altrudy II - CC-CD-25-012.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Resolution No. 2025-5949 TEFRA.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - TEFRA Notice.pdf
a. Open Public Hearing - Mayor Lim opened the public hearing. b. Staff Report
Community Development Director Nate Farnsworth said this item was before Council about a year ago and said the TEFRA hearing is to approve up to $25,000,000 in tax-exempt revenue bonds by the California Municipal Finance Authority. He said the bonds would help finance the acquisition and construction of the Altrudy II Development, and the City does not bear any financial responsibility or liability for the bonds. Approval of the resolution is required to meet federal and state legal requirements for tax-exempt financing. Director Farnsworth concluded by stating that since the item was last before Council, some of the financing terms have changed, and C&C Development Co., LLC is available to help answer any questions. c. Take Testimony
None
d. Close Public Hearing - Mayor closed the public hearing. e. Make Determination
Moved by
Campbell
Seconded by
Singh
It is recommended that the Yorba Linda City Council: 1.) Conduct a public hearing under the requirements of the federal Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”); and 2.) Adopt Resolution 2025-5949 approving the issuance of the Bonds by the California Municipal Finance Authority (CMFA) for the benefit of Yorba Linda Altrudy II, LP, (the “Borrower”) a partnership of which C&C Development Co., LLC (the “Developer”) or a related person to the Developer is the general partner, to provide for the financing of the Project, such adoption is solely for the purposes of satisfying the requirements of TEFRA, the Code and the California Government Code Section 6500 et seq
.
AYES (5)
Rodriguez, Campbell, Huang, Singh, and Lim
CARRIED (5 to 0)
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT/MAYOR’S REPORT/MATTERS PRESENTED BY COUNCILMEMBERS/ OTHER AGENCY REPORTS City Manager Mark Pulone expressed his appreciation to Mr. de Brujin for his suggestion of adding sidewalks along portions of Eureka Avenue to fill gaps. He stated that roughly a year ago, the City approved an ADA strategic plan that identified numerous areas in the City that would benefit from capital improvement projects and said staff will consider his suggestion in the future. He said the City currently has an infill project on Casa Loma and said the City is proud of the infill projects throughout the community that help beautify Yorba Linda.
Councilwoman Tara Campbell asked staff to look into the gravel concerns shared by Mr. de Bruijn by La Entrada Drive and Imperial Highway.
Councilmember Singh met with Kerrigan Ranch residents and discussed issues occurring at the Quarter Horse staging area and the illegal activity that has been occurring there. He asked the City Manager to elaborate on the efforts the City and police services are working towards to mitigate the activity. City Manager Pulone said the Quarter Horse staging area is dark, so staff is looking into solar lighting possibilities and will keep the Council apprised as that moves forward. Captain Wigginton said deputies are encouraged to go to that location to work on reports, increasing their presence and monitoring the area. She also said that deputies have expanded efforts to address traffic concerns on specific streets in the neighborhood.
Mayor Lim said Concerts in the Park started last Sunday and will continue every Sunday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. through Sunday, August 17th. She also encouraged the community to attend Movies in the Park for an evening under the stars at Eastside Community Park for a screening of Dog Man on Saturday, July 19, beginning at dusk, and she encouraged guests to bring a blanket or lawn chair for seating, along with a picnic dinner or snacks to enjoy. Mayor Lim said the event is free and pre-registration is not required.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
13. ORDINANCE NO. 2025-1114 – E-BIKE ORDINANCE
1. Ordinance No. 2025-1114 - E-Bikes - CC-PW-25-027.pdf
2. Attachment 1- E-Bike Ordinance No. 2025-1114.pdf
3. Green Sheet - Attachment 1- E-Bike Ordinance No. 2025-1114.pdf Public Works Director / City Engineer Jamie Lai said e-bikes have become more common in the City. While they have offered convenience, they have also raised safety concerns. As such, the City is proposing an ordinance to encourage safety. She said public input has helped shape what is presented tonight. The ordinance creates a safer and more consistent standard across Yorba Linda. Director Lai said staff will continue to focus on education, enforcement, and community involvement to ensure that e-bikes are used safely throughout the community.
Captain Wigginton said the sheriff's department has been focusing on education, engagement, and enforcement. To aide with that, the proposed ordinance outlines thirteen enforceable sections, such as, operating on any street, road, highway or bicycle lane against the direction of traffic, operating in a manner other than how it was designed, operating while lifting one or more wheels into the air, failing to yield to the right-of-way to pedestrians and equestrians, operating while failing to obey any posted signs regulating operation, intentionally swerving and street take over, among others. She said the proposed ordinance focuses on unsafe operation as an enforcement tool and said staff is open to suggestions.
City Attorney Litfin stated that if the municipal code does not specify what a violation is, than it is a misdemeanor, and under state law, a misdemeanor can have a fine of up to $1,000 or 6 months in prison. He said the proposed violation language is before Council as a green sheet to the proposed ordinance. The violation language would treat a violation as an infraction, as opposed to a misdemeanor, with a fee of $100 for the first two violations. Upon the third violation, the City Attorney, at his discretion, can charge the violation as a misdemeanor.
Diane Kanne, resident, expressed support for the proposed ordinance as a first step and stated that she believes their use should be restricted from sidewalks and horse trails.
Dee Dee Friedrich, Yorba Linda Country Riders, expressed her concerns with the ordinance and said she believes e-bikes should not be allowed on trails. She spoke about the dangers to the community if an e-bike were to scare a horse, causing it to run throughout the City.
A lengthy conversation ensued among Council and staff regarding revisions to the proposed ordinance, making the language smaller and increasing penalties, the 25mph speed and possibly reducing it, operating under the influence, DUIs, impoundments, and their use on trails.
City Attorney Litfin suggested continuing the item to allow staff to make requested modifications to the proposed ordinance.
Campbell motioned to continue to the August 19th meeting.
Moved by
Campbell
Seconded by
Singh
It is recommended that the City Council continue this item to the August 19th meeting.
AYES (5)
Rodriguez, Campbell, Huang, Singh, and Lim
CARRIED (5 to 0)
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Lim turned the meeting over to City Manager Pulone who adjourned the meeting in honor of Michelle Arnold, beloved colleague and friend
, at 11:08 p.m. to the City Council Special Meeting on July 21, 2025.