Council Meeting - August 19, 2025
CALL TO ORDER
The City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency convened at 5:31 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 4845 Casa Loma Avenue.
ROLL CALL
Councilman Shivinder Singh arrived at 5:32 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)
B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) (1 case)
Name of Case: Yorba Canyon, LLC v. City of Yorba Linda
Case Number: 30-2025-01497724-CU-WM-CXC, Superior Court, County of Orange
C. PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT – CITY MANAGER
Government Code Section 54957
D. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION – TITLE: CITY ATTORNEY Government Code Section 54957
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
None.
CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION
The City Council convened into Closed Session at 5:32 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 6:31 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 4845 Casa Loma Avenue, Yorba Linda.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilwoman Peggy Huang
INVOCATION
Dr. Ahmed Soboh, Islamic Center of Yorba Linda
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Todd Litfin said there was no reportable action.
INTRODUCTIONS & PRESENTATIONS
TRAUMA INTERVENTION PROGRAMS (TIP) YEARLY UPDATE AND RECOGNITION OF TIP VOLUNTEERS AND GRADUATES Mayor Janice Lim invited Beverley Lewis, Executive Director for TIP Orange County to the lectern to provide the Trauma Intervention Programs (TIP) annual update. Mayor Lim recognized the volunteers and the 2025 TIP volunteer academy graduates with a certificate of recognition. The volunteers and graduates also received certificates from the offices of Congresswoman Young Kim, Senators Steven Choi and Kelly Seyarto, Assemblyman Phillip Chen and Supervisor Don Wagner, presented by his representative Pat Buttress.
Council congratulated everyone who was recognized and commended them for their courage and compassionate commitment to help others in difficult situations.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR OR ITEMS NOT ON THE REMAINDER OF THE AGENDA Louis Schirm, resident, spoke about the solar panels installed at the Community Center and expressed some concerns with the installation, and made a suggestion to increase efficiency.
Cheryl Clark, resident, spoke about solar panels and expressed her enthusiasm that the City is installing them. She thanked Council for their time and dedication towards the City. She also thanked City Attorney Litfin, City Manager Mark Pulone and Yorba Linda Police Services.
David Ramocinski, resident, said he would like to speak on Item No. 7 and requested for the item to be pulled. He expressed his concerns with the item and inquired if this development will be rental housing. He spoke of the existing cul-de-sac in the neighborhood and its staging benefits and suggested that a second cul-de-sac be considered.
Peter Meng, resident, expressed concerns with trees in his neighborhood and stated that they are located near gas pipelines and that they pose a fire hazard. He urged Council to remove the trees and referenced the freeway complex fire.
Pat Nelson, resident, responded to the comments made by Mr. Meng. She said the freeway complex fire was at the other end of Yorba Linda, as opposed to the area he specifically spoke of. She said he expressed concerns with pine trees and questioned if his concerns are with respect to all pine trees in the City, or specifically the ones in front of his home. Ms. Nelson spoke about prior actions taken by Mr. Meng and his neighbors to remove or damage the trees, and urged Council not to remove them.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilwoman Tara Campbell pulled Item No. 7 from the Consent Calendar.
Moved by
Campbell
Seconded by
Lim
It is recommended that the City Council approve the Consent Calendar with the removal of Item No. 7.
AYES (5)
Rodriguez, Campbell, Huang, Singh, 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 – AUGUST 19, 2025
1. AP Check Register 8-19-25 - CC-FIN-25-033.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - AP Check Register 8-19-25.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the accounts payable check register and wire transfer report dated August 19, 2025, in the amount of $8,255,131.74.
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE AUGUST 5, 2025 CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE YORBA LINDA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CC_Aug05_2025 - English.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency approve the minutes of the August 5, 2025 City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency joint meeting.
4. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE AUGUST 11, 2025 CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE YORBA LINDA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY SPECIAL MEETING
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CC SPC_Aug11_2025 - English.pdf It is recommended that the City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency approve the minutes of the August 11, 2025 City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency joint special meeting.
5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE AUGUST 13, 2025 CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE YORBA LINDA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY SPECIAL MEETING
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CC SPC_Aug13_2025 - English.pdf It is recommended that the City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency approve the minutes of the August 13, 2025 City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency joint special meeting.
6. TREASURER’S REPORT – JUNE 2025
1. Treasurers Report June 2025 - CC-FIN-25-032.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Treasurers Report June 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. APPROVAL OF A NEW LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF YORBA LINDA AND THE YORBA LINDA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR USE OF THE TRUEBLOOD HOUSE LOCATED AT 4801 PARK AVENUE, YORBA LINDA
1. Chamber of Commerce Lease Agmt Trueblood House - CC-ADM-25-058.pdf
2. Attachment A - Lease Agreement.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council approve a new 5-year Lease Agreement ("Agreement") between the City of Yorba Linda ("City" as Lessor) and the Yorba Linda Chamber of Commerce ("Chamber" as Lessee) for the use and occupancy of the Trueblood House, located at 4801 Park Avenue, Yorba Linda.
It is further recommended that the City Council give authorization to the City Manager to execute the attached Agreement, including any minor amendments that may be necessary to effectuate the lease.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-5950 APPROVING KENNON DRIVE TEMPORARY CLOSURE
1. Kennon Drive Temporary Closure - CC-PW-25-030.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Resolution 2025-5950.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Traffic Control Plan.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council approve a request from Roadway Construction Services to conduct a temporary street closure on Kennon Drive between Richfield Road and Jay Street to replace a backyard power pole at 17632 Kennon Drive.
10. DEMOLITION PERMIT REQUEST FOR 4888 OHIO STREET
1. Demolition Permit Request 4888 Ohio Street - CC-CD-25-014.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Demo Request Letter.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - Proposed Site Plan.pdf
4. Attachment 3 - Existing Floor Plan.pdf
5. Attachment 4 - Existing Site Plan.pdf
6. Attachment 5 - Front Facing Photo.pdf
7. Attachment 6 - Aerial Photo.pdf
It is recommended that City Council approve the demolition permit request for 4888 Ohio Street.
11. COMMITTEE AND AGENCY REPORTS
1. Committee and Agency Reports - CC-ADM-25-057.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Reports from CC Organizations.pdf
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report.
7. EXECUTE SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT, AND ACCEPT SECURITIES, AND EXECUTE STORMWATER BMP MAINTENANCE AND RIGHT OF ENTRY AGREEMENT FOR TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 2021-145
1. Subdivision Improv. Agmt and Securities TPM 2021-145 - CC-PW-25-031.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - Vicinity Map.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - TPM2021-145 Subdivision Improvement Agmt.pdf
4. Attachment 3 - Tentative Parcel Map 2021-145.pdf
5. Attachment 4 - Letter of Credit (Security).pdf
6. Attachment 5 - Subdivision Monument Bond Shapell Industries Inc.pdf
7. Attachment 6 - Stormwater BMP Maintenance Agmt.pdf
Councilwoman Campbell questioned if the item also requires review from Yorba Linda Police Services, in addition to the Yorba Linda Water District and Orange County Fire Authority. Community Development Director Nate Farnsworth said he would need to verify if they were included. Public Works Director / City Engineer Jamie Lai said the item before Council is just to execute the Subdivision Improvement Agreement and post the bonds; the item will need to go to the Planning Commission and the grading plan will need to be issued, so there are still several steps to be taken. Director Farnsworth clarified that short-term rentals are not permitted in the City, rentals would need to be for a minimum of 30-days. Director Lai confirmed that the first step will be the creation of a new cul-de-sac.
The builder approached the lectern and spoke of the project. He said the development is intended for the applicant's children to live in. Councilwoman Campbell reiterated that the Tenative Parcel Map was approved by the Planning Commission as four residential homes with a cul-de-sac over a year ago. Director Farnsworth said it is likely that Yorba Linda Police Services reviewed the project at that time.
City Attorney Litfin said this item is for the approval of the Subdivision Improvement Agreement. He said the approval of this is a ministerial act but the design review of the actual homes will go back to the Planning Commission.
Councilman Singh spoke about the building of the cul-de-sac and inquired if the owner is responsible for the financing of it. City Attorney Litfin said that is something the owner/builder is financing. Mayor Lim stated the City is still in the preliminary steps with the item and inquired when the geology report will be available. The builder confirmed the report is complete and is with the City for review.
Moved by
Lim
Seconded by
Singh
It is recommended that the City Council: 1.) Authorize the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest the Subdivision Improvement Agreement; and 2.) Authorize the City Clerk to accept the securities, and 3.) Accept the replacement Monumentation Bond in the amount as noted, and 4.) Release the Monumentation Bond for original Tract 13230 in the amount of $19,000 back to Shapell Industries, Inc., and 5.) Authorize the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest the Stormwater BMP Maintenance and Right of Entry Agreement.
SECURITIES
Letter of Credit
Amount
Grading Bond
9001073
$
460,000.00
On-site St
orm Drain
Improvements
Performance Bond
9001073
$
141,000.00
Labor & Materials Bond
9001073
$141,000.00
10% Warranty Retention
9001073
$
14,100.00
Monumentation Bond
9001073
$
19,000.00
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 Pulone responded to Mr. Schirm's comments about the solar installation and said solar is being installed in three locations throughout the City, at the Community Center, Black Gold Golf Course and at the Library and Arts Center. He said staff anticipates the projects to be completed by the end of the calendar year, and construction of the panels is contracted out. He said placement concerns expressed by Mr. Schirm were taken into account, but he will ensure his comments are conveyed to the contractor.
Councilwoman Campbell thanked Yorba Linda Police Services for the incredible National Night Out event and she also thanked the Orange County Fire Authority and other organizations who supported it.
Councilman Singh echoed the comments made by Councilwoman Campbell and said he attended the event with his family.
Councilwoman Huang spoke about the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District and concerns with flea-borne Typhus. She said some of the symptoms are similar to the flu, and said there is a big effort to educate the community on risks and prevention. Councilwoman Huang said there are also cases of West Nile Virus in Las Vegas and encouraged residents to take care of themselves and eliminate standing water. She said in the future, she would like to discuss increasing Councilmember stipends to help cover costs, as this item has not been revisited since 2015, and it would not be effective until after the next election.
Mayor Pro Tem Carlos Rodriguez wished children a great and successful school year and he thanked crossing guards, those who help with PTA, administrators and educators, including his wife, who has been one for 30 years.
Mayor Lim said the Concerts in the Park were amazing this summer and spoke of the high attendance, and urged residents to attend the remaining Movies in the Park. She announced the upcoming Free Bulky Item Collection, in partnership with Republic Services, on Saturday, August 23, from 8:00 a.m. to noon at Yorba Linda High School, in the Forum Theater parking lot—entrance off Fairmont. She said a proof of Yorba Linda residency or business operation may be required and encouraged everyone to take a valid ID with them. She said a list of accepted items can be found on www.yorbalindaca.gov/cleanup. Mayor Lim concluded her comments by reminding residents that the City is still accepting nominations for the 2025 Citizen of the Year. The deadline for nominations is Wednesday, September 3rd and the nomination form can be found on the City's website.
City Attorney Litfin asked if there is a consensus among Council to bring the stipend review to Council as an agenda item versus an Other Business Item brought forth by Councilwoman Huang. It was determined that there was a majority consensus to bring it back as an agenda item.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
12. ORDINANCE NO. 2025-1114 – E-BIKE ORDINANCE
1. E-Bike Ordinance - 1st Reading - CC-PW-25-032.pdf
2. Attachment 1 - E-Bike Ordinance No. 2025-1114.pdf
3. Attachment 2 - E-Bike Ordinance No. 2025-1114 (Redlined).pdf Public Works Director Jamie Lai provided a PowerPoint presentation on proposed Ordinance No. 2025-1114 and said the presented ordinance incorporates discussion points from the July 15, 2025, Council meeting and provided a summary of changes with respect to speed limits, a DUI provision and penalties.
The following residents expressed concerns about e-bikes, the ordinance, and use on horsetrails: Kathy Wright, Rachel Severeign, Diane Kanne, Pat Nelson, DeeDee Friedrich, Charlie Chen, Larry Hines, Craig Holbrook, and Aslam Dada. Mr. Dada also spoke about the importance of educating parents on e-bike safety and suggested involving local congregations to increase attendance and awareness at e-bike safety meetings.
Maximus Charney expressed his support for e-bikes and spoke about how he personally benefits from using them.
City Manager Pulone stressed that this ordinance is primarily about behavior and said e-bikes are being ridden by a lot of people daily in a responsible manner, while certain riders do raise safety concerns. He said the goal of this ordinance is to allow people to enjoy e-bikes while limiting those who want to ride in a reckless way. City Manager Pulone said the City has conferred with other cities and incorporated the best aspects of those ordinances into the City's proposed ordinance. Chief of Police Services Captain De Anne Wigginton spoke about enforcement and said they are actively enforcing and focusing efforts currently on the illegal motorcyles that look like e-bikes and removing those from the streets. She said if this ordinance passes, it will provide deputies with 14 different enforcement sections.
A lengthy conversation ensued among Council about misdemeanors, education on the City website, and through the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District. Council and staff also spoke at great length about the use of e-bikes on trails and which would and would not be prohibited. Staff assured Council that the ordinance can be amended at a later time, if necessary.
Moved by
Rodriguez
Seconded by
Huang
It is recommended that the City Council approve for first reading Ordinance No. 2025-1114 (Attachment 1) adding new Chapter 10.80 (Regulated Mobility Devices) to Title 10 (Vehicles and Traffic) of the Yorba Linda Municipal Code regarding operation of regulated mobility devices such as electric bicycles (E-bikes).
AYES (5)
Rodriguez, Campbell, Huang, Singh, and Lim
CARRIED (5 to 0)
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Lim adjourned the meeting in honor of Former Traffic Commissioner Michael "Mike" Rothans at 9:03 p.m. to the next regularly scheduled City Council/Successor Agency to the Yorba Linda Redevelopment Agency joint meeting on September 16, 2025.