City of Brea

The meeting included a closed session to discuss property negotiations with Union Pacific Railroad Company and existing litigation. The general session covered community announcements, public inquiries, and a public hearing regarding a general plan amendment, zone change, precise development plan, and conditional use permits for a mixed-use development project at 1639 East Imperial Highway. The council also discussed the determination of election sequence for by-district city council elections and approved several consent calendar items, including meeting minutes, budget adjustments, contract extensions, and reports.

The meeting included a closed session to discuss real property, litigation, liability claims, and personnel matters. A public hearing was held to gather community input on transitioning to by-district city council elections, including the selection of a district map and election sequence, and the introduction of Ordinance No. 1225. Presentations were made regarding the redistricting process, various map options, and the legal implications of the transition. Public comments were received, expressing both support and opposition to by-district elections. Council members discussed various aspects of the proposed transition, including potential litigation, community engagement, and the timeline for adoption of an ordinance. Ultimately, the council decided to focus on two maps and schedule a special meeting to allow more time for public input.

The Brea Redevelopment Agency's 2010-2014 Five-Year Implementation Plan outlines strategies for eliminating blight, providing affordable housing, and ensuring a healthy business environment. Key areas of focus include redevelopment projects (e.g., City Hall Park revitalization, Brea Museum improvements, mixed-use developments), affordable housing initiatives (e.g., new construction, rehabilitation, rental subsidies), and economic development programs (e.g., business retention, attraction, Shop Brea campaign). The plan aims to improve neighborhoods, stimulate the local economy, and create a high-quality urban environment through sustainable practices and community collaboration. The plan also addresses affordable housing compliance, including inclusionary housing, replacement housing, and housing fund expenditures.

The Brea Envisions Community Strategic Plan outlines key priorities and values identified through extensive community engagement. The plan focuses on maintaining Brea's small-town feel while addressing future growth and development. Themes include fostering a connected community, promoting economic development, ensuring energy and sustainability, maintaining fiscal responsibility, managing land use and housing, enhancing leisure and culture, protecting open space, prioritizing public safety, and improving transportation. The plan aims to create a vibrant, innovative, sustainable, and scenic community that values its citizens, schools, diversity, heritage, arts, and open and public spaces while maintaining its quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors. Specific initiatives and action items are detailed within each theme to guide future policy, decisions, and budgeting choices.

The special meeting includes a Girl Scouts presentation, a public hearing to gather community input on transitioning to by-district city council elections, the selection of a district map, and the introduction of Ordinance No. 1225. The council will also consider terminating the Brea/Fullerton Command Share Agreement and make findings for special Brown Act requirements for teleconference meetings.