MINUTES 971 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING May 27, 2025 City Council Chamber 1 Civic Center Plaza Irvine, CA 92606 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Irvine City Council was called to order at 4:45 p.m. on May 27, 2025, in the City Council Chamber, Irvine Civic Center, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine, California; Mayor Agran presiding. ROLL CALL Present: 7 councimemper. Mike Carroll Councilmember: William Go Councimember: Melinda Liu Councimember: Betty Martinez Franco Councimember: Kathleen Treseder Vice Mayor: James Mai Mayor: Larry Agran 1. SCOPING SESSION 1.1 SCOPING SESSION FOR A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT TO ESTABLISH PLANNING AREA 52, OAK PARK; FILED BY IRVINE COMPANY Eric Martin, Senior Planner, presented the staff report and responded to questions. Chris Chung, Principal Planner, and Jeff Melching, City Attorney, were also available for questions. Jeff Davis, representing Irvine Company, provided an overview of the proposed General Plan amendment and associated process. City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 The following individuals spoke in opposition to the proposed General Plan amendment to establish a new Planning Area 52 (Oak Park): Philip Benguhe, Irvine resident Hillary Willett, Irvine resident Jason Rhodaq, Irvine resident Laura Cormack, Irvine resident Melinda Beckett-Maines, Irvine resident Linda Wallace, Irvine resident and Vice President of the Ranch Homeowners Association Paula Miller, President of the Ranch Homeowners Association Tim Stanley Mike Ellison Susie Winocur, Irvine resident The following ndividuals spoke in support: Ryan Bates, Irvine resident Peyton Shim, Irvine resident Mike Nystrom, Irvine resident Dave Coffaro Diana Colby Farah Kanchar, Irvine resident and President of the Arab American Business Chamber Lara Sinean Jackson Murray, college student Susan Sayre and Derek Shirk, Irvine residents, spoke in opposition to the proposed project, and suggested placing the matter on the ballot for voter consideration. Dr. Sheryl Long, Irvine Housing Champions member, spoke in support of the proposed project and noted that the project does not adequately meet community needs. City Council discussion included: clarifying the process and expected evolution of the project proposal; provided historical context; inquired about the process and scope of the voter-approved Open Space Initiative and whether the measure was binding or advisory. Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 2 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 ACTION: Moved by Mayor Agran, seconded by Councilmember Martinez Franco, and unanimously carried to: 1) Direct staff to conduct a public scoping meeting, or two meetings if necessary, in the Council Chamber, to receive all public input. 2) Hold a further City Council scoping meeting once that input has been gathered, to allow the City Council to provide its final feedback on the General Plan Amendment. RECESS Mayor Agran recessed the City Council meeting at 5:41 p.m. REÇONVENE TO THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING Mayor Agran reconvened the City Council meeting at 5:52 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councimember Liu led the Pledge of Allegiance. INVOCATION Diana Farrell, soprano and Founding Artistic Director of Lyric Opera of Orange County, and Irvine resident and business owner, performed America the Beautiful." 2. PRESENTATIONS 2.1 Working Wardrobes Richard Ward, Working Wardrobes volunteer, introduced Bonni Pomush, Chief Executive Officer, who provided a brief overview of the organization's mission, initiatives, and outreach and fundraising efforts; and responded to questions. City Council discussion included: expressing appreciation for the organization's efforts and accomplishments; and inquired about manners in which donations could be made. Mayor Agran noted that the City Council meeting would be adjourned in memory of Jerri Rosen, the founder and longtime Chief Executive Officer of Working Wardrobes, who passed away on May 14 at the age of 79. By consensus, received and filed. Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 3 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS Alan Meyerson, Irvine resident, spoke in support of protections for City employees against workplace bullying and harassment. Susan Sayre, Irvine resident, expressed concern about the City's non-compliance of approved voter initiatives, including Great Park development and construction of a veterans cemetery. Darren Parker and Crit Van Tuyl, members of the Irvine Dog Park Association, expressed appreciation to the City Council; Oliver Chi, City Manager; and Chris Slama, Director of Community Services, for their efforts related to dog parks. Jason Garshfield, Irvine resident, spoke in opposition to the inaccuracy of the estimated start time for public comments listed on the agenda, expressed appreciation to the Irvine Police Department for its recent breakup of an international burglary ring, and spoke in support of increasing the number of alcohol-serving establishments in the City. Mona questioned the monetary figure used to determine housing affordability and the entity that sets market rates for housing; and spoke in support of removing Council Business Item No. 5.7 (MENA Inclusion Act) for consideration due to the bill's advancement past the California State Assembly Appropriations Committee. Eric Neshanian, Irvine resident, noted the conclusion of the performance period for Irvine Recovery Plan grants and the lack of quarterly reports from fund recipients; questioned treatment of previous Wall of Recognition (WOR) honorees subsequently convicted of felonies; and spoke in support of the placement of Cesar Chavez's name on the Wall of Recognition. Tim Wang spoke in support of increasing bicycle infrastructure and in opposition to the safety issue caused by the lack of protective barriers near intersections for the Class IV Protected Bikeway in the Great Park. Sarah presented a video in opposition to Israeli military operations in Gaza. CITY MANAGERS REPORT There was no report. Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 4 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 ANNOUNCEMENTSICOMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Liu As representative to the Orange County Sanitation District (OC San) Board of Directors, Councilmember Liu noted that OC San and the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) hosted a confined space rescue training at OC San's Plant No. 1 facility in Fountain Valley. As representative to the Orange County Housing Finance Trust, Councimember Liu announced that $1.9 million was approved for an affordable housing project in the City that will include 77 units, of which 13 would have an affordability covenant. Councilmember Liu recognized OCFA for its efforts in the month of April within Council District 1, including: responses to 12 fire and 1,152 rescue and Emergency Medical Service incidents; and participation in 12 safety presentations and seven fire station tours. Councilmember Liu expressed appreciation to: OCFA and the Irvine Police Department (IPD) for recently hosting a Wildfire Prevention Town Hall at OCFA headquarters, which included participation by OCFA, IPD, Irvine Ranch Conservancy, Southern California Edison, and the Irvine Ranch Water District; and Congressman Dave Min for recently hosting an Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Empowerment Summit that recognized Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) students and community leaders in Irvine and across California's 47th congressional district. Councilmember Liu noted her attendance at the following recent events: A Anti-Defamation League's Sherwood Prize event to honor the efforts of IPD's Interfaith Security Partnership to help combat antisemitism; and AMAZN All-Star Basketball Showcase game at Portola High School, which supports AANHPI athletes from across North America, with Congressman Min. In honor of Military Appreciation Month, Councilmember Liu attended the following: > Press conference at the Gypsum Canyon Veterans Cemetery to support Assembly Bill 571, which was authored by Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk- Silva. Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 5 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 Shared lunch with Irvine veterans at Atria Senior Apartments. > Memorial Day weekend events. Councilmember Liu noted that a table was set up outside the Council Chamber to honor prisoners of war and those missing in action. From May 22 to May 29, the Irvine 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee has partnered with Lazy Dog Restaurant on Jamboree Road on a fundraiser in which the Committee would receive 15% from the restaurant for qualifying purchases. Councilmember Carroll Councilmember Carroll expressed appreciation to Irvine resident John" who contacted his office regarding the non-operation of crosswalk lights located between the Shady Canyon Trail and Quail Hill Community Center, which posed a safety concern for pedestrians and drivers due to vehicle velocity on the incline; and to the Public Works & Sustainability (PWS) team members and City Manager Chi, who facilitated the repair of the crosswalk lights. Councilmember Carroll requested that Luis Estevez, Acting Director of PWS, and City Manager Chi and staff, investigate and repair potholes identified on southbound Bonita Canyon Drive between Shady Canyon Drive and the California State Route 73 toll road. Councimember Martinez Franco Councimember Martinez Franco expressed appreciation to Mayor Agran for inviting her to attend an advocacy event in Sacramento, which served as a learning experience that included conversations with Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris and other state legislators. Vice Mayor Mai As the City's representative to the Orange County Power Authority (OCPA), Vice Mayor Mai noted that the California Community Choice Association recently held its annual conference in Irvine, which generated $829,000. Members of the public can obtain free Energy Efficiency Kits and Level 2 electric vehicle chargers for their residences while supplies last. OCPA will also offer $1,000 rebates for rooftop solar installations that include a battery storage system or standalone battery storage systems. For more information, visit ocpower.org. Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 6 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 Mayor Agran As a follow-up to Councilmember Martinez Franco's announcement, Mayor Agran noted that he would provide a report about the legislative advocacy trip to Sacramento at the June 10, 2025, City Council meeting. Edison International recently honored students Matthew Chang from Woodbridge High School and Winnie Wei from Northwood High School by naming them 2025 Edison Scholars and awarding them with a $50,000 STEM Scholarship. Chang's environmental research and findings highlighted the critical role played by biological processes and ecosystems in climate dynamics; and Wei's interests pertained to the field of solar energy, specifically in advancing the efficiency and economic viability of solar panel use. Chang plans to pursue a degree in Environmental Science and Wei intends to study Applied Mathematics. The City of Irvine has been recognized for its outstanding park system, ranking second in the nation and first in California, in the Trust for Public Land's annual ParkScore Index, which marks the 10th consecutive year the City has been ranked in the top 10. The index looked at park access and equity and found that 94% of Irvine residents live within a half mile walk of a park. Irvine earned a perfect score for the following: investment, as $681 per capita is spent annually on publicly accessible parks and recreation, among the highest nationwide; and for several park amenities, including the number of playgrounds and senior and recreation centers. For more information, visit cityofirvine.org. The Irvine Public Library (IPL) system will open on Monday, August 4, and residents can participate while preparations are being made to welcome the community to the Heritage Park and University Park branches later this summer. In addition to summer programming, members of the public are invited to provide feedback through a series of meetings with IPL staff to help shape the future of library services. For a list of meeting dates, times, and locations, as well as upcoming summer programs, visit vnepubiciprany.ory. The Floatie Exchange Program was launched earlier this month and has already helped ensure many Irvine children have United States Coast Guard (USCG)- approved life jackets. Members of the public can bring any flotation device not approved by the USCG to William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center or select City events to exchange for a free properly fitted, USCG-approved life jacket or vest, while supplies last. For a list of participating events and additional information about the program, visit clyolrvne.orgaquaics Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 7 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 The community was reminded to follow the ABCs of water safety to ensure a safe and fun summer: > A is for Active Adult Supervision always keep infants and toddlers within arm's reach. Appoint a "Water Watcher" to keep monitor the water without distractions. B is for Barriers secure your pool with proper fencing and multiple layers of protection including gates, alarms, and covers. C is for Classes enroll in swim lessons, learn CPR, and keep a phone nearby for emergencies. The City of Irvine offers CPR classes and swim lessons through the William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center. For more information, visit yourirvine.org. Mayor Agran expressed appreciation to those who attended the second annual Ciclolrvine: An Open Streets Event on Campus Drive earlier in the month. Despite weather conditions, approximately 8,500 people attended the event, which served as a celebration of community, connection, and sustainability. ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS Due to anticipated time constraints, Mayor Agran suggested that Council Business Item Nos. 5.4 through 5.8 be deferred for consideration at a future special City Council meeting to allow sufficient time to consider Council Business Item No. 5.3. ACTION: By consensus, the following items were deferred to a future City Council meeting: Council Business Item No. 5.4 (Consideration of a Request by Mayor Agran to Adopt a Minimum Wage Ordinance for City Staff and Certain Service Providers); Council Business Item No. 5.5 (Consideration of a Request by Councilmember Liu to Discuss a Sober Living and Group Homes Ordinance); Council Business Item No. 5.6 Consideration of a Request by Vice Mayor Mai to Discuss "Irvine's 100 Flags Initiative" = A Permanent Patriotic Landmark Program Leading to America's 250th Anniversary); Council Business Item No. 5.7 (Consideration of a Request by Councilmember Liu to Discuss Support for Assembly Bill 91 - "MENA Inclusion Act"); and Council Business Item No. 5.8 (Consideration of a Request by Vice Mayor Mail to Discuss the Establishment of a Citywide Holiday Toy Drive Program). Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 8 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 In addition, City Manager Chi requested that Council Business Item No. 5.2 (City of Irvine Community Facilities District No. 2013-3 (Great Park) Improvement Area No. 8 2025 Special Tax Refunding Bonds) be continued to a future City Council meeting. 3. CONSENT CALENDAR Prior to consideration of the Consent Calendar, City Clerk Petersen noted six requests to speak, which included four requests related to Consent Calendar Item Nos. 3.4, 3.7, and 3.8, and two requests to speak via Zoom. ACTION: Moved by Mayor Agran, seconded by Councimember Liu, to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 3.1, 3.2, and 3.5, and defer approval of Consent Calendar Item Nos. 3.3, 3.4, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8. and 3.9 to later in the meeting following public comments related to these items. Subsequent to a vote, City Clerk Petersen clarified that he was unable to confirm requests to speak on specific Consent Calendar items by those participating via Zoom. Following discussion, Mayor Agran withdrew his motion and suggested that the City Council postpone consideration of the Consent Calendar to later in the meeting, and pending confirmation by the City Clerk of the specific requests to speak on Consent Calendar items by those participating via Zoom. 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS 4.1 FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 LANDSCAPE, LIGHTING AND PARK MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT Mayor Agran opened the public hearing at 6:52 p.m. Oliver Chi, City Manager, presented the staff report and responded to questions. Dahle Bulosan, Director of Administrative Services, and Josh Brooks, Deputy Director of Administrative Services, were also available for questions. Byron Luoma spoke in support of the proposed Landscape, Lighting, and Park Maintenance (LLPM) assessment. Pamela Wykoff spoke in opposition. Prepared by the City Clerk' S Office 9 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 City Council discussion included: inquiring about procedural matters pertaining to the casting of ballots; provided a last call for the casting of ballots by members of the public; questioned those impacted by the increased assessments; inquired about the amount of the increases related to the assessment; and discussed the use of General Fund monies to offset increased LLPM costs. ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Carroll, seconded by Vice Mayor Mai, and unanimously carried to close the public hearing at 6:58 p.m. ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Carroll, seconded by Councilmember Liu, and unanimously carried to: Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 25-64 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRVINE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT INCLUDING PROPOSED NCREASED ASSESSMENTS FOR THE LANDSCAPE, LIGHTING AND PARK MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 Following the vote, City Clerk Petersen, as the City's Elections Official, designated Willdan to tabulate the ballots for the proposed LLPM Assessment District; announced that ballot tabulation would be open to the public and would continue through the following day; and noted that the results of the ballot tabulation would be agendized and announced at the June 10, 2025, City Council meeting. 4.3 ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS RELATED TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING MPLEMENTATION PROCEDURE UPDATES AND THE INSTITUTION OF A COMMUNITY PREFERENCE POLICY FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS Following consideration of Public Hearing Item No. 4.1, it was suggested by City Manager Chi to continue Public Hearing Item No. 4.3 to the June 10, 2025, City Council meeting. He also suggested that Public Hearing Item No. 4.2 be considered by the City Council following Council Business Item No. 5.3. ACTION: Moved by Mayor Agran, seconded by Vice Mayor Mai, and unanimously carried to: Continue the public hearing to June 10, 2025, at 5 p.m. or soon thereafter. Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 10 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 Following the continuance of Public Hearing Item No. 4.3, Mayor Agran reordered the agenda to consider Council Business Item No. 5.3 consistent with his request for a 7 p.m. start time. 5. COUNCIL BUSINESS 5.3 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST BY MAYOR AGRAN TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF A VETERANS-SERVING MUNICIPAL CEMETERY AT THE GREAT PARK This item was agendized at the request of Mayor Agran, who asked for City Council consideration to adopt a resolution supporting the development of a veterans-serving municipal cemetery at the Great Park. Jeff Melching, City Attorney, responded to questions. Mayor Agran introduced the following individuals, who spoke in opposition to the proposed resolution: Don Wagner, Supervisor, Orange County Board of Supervisors Katrina Foley, Vice Chair, Orange County Board of Supervisors Bobby McDonald, on behalf of Veterans Alliance of Orange County (VALOR) President Nick Berardino The following individuals soke in support of the proposed resolution: Alan Meyerson, Irvine resident Gene Kaplan, Irvine resident Sharon Toji, Irvine resident Bulat Betal, Irvine resident Byron Salvatierra, Irvine resident Jaci Woods, Irvine resident Carolyn Inmon, Irvine resident and South Orange County Community College District Board President Mike Aguilar Jane Roschmann, Irvine resident Tom Chomyn, Irvine resident Joyce Kassouf, Irvine resident Larry Bales, Tustin resident Richard Watson, Irvine resident Michael Faucher Bobby Vidana Henry King, Irvine resident Don Geller, Irvine resident and Finance Commissioner Steve Berger, Irvine resident Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 11 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 Harvey Liss, Irvine resident Gail Lewis, on behalf of Pam Smith, Irvine resident Pat Kennedy William Aulenbach, Irvine resident Abraham Navarro, Irvine resident Lloyd Rowe, Irvine resident Stephen Sponer Andree Fontanilla, Irvine resident Luette Forrest, Irvine resident Vicki Johnson Mike Rough Robert Grimm, Irvine resident Jean Anne Turner, Irvine resident Michelle Johnson, Irvine resident The following individuals spoke in opposition: Robert S., Irvine resident Neil Espiritu Jennifer Chan, Irvine resident Sameeha S., Portola High School student Lana V., Cadence Park School student Nova V., Cadence Park School student Paul V., Irvine resident Zyan V., Cadence Park School student Neil Wood, Irvine resident Akhil P., Cadence Park School student Sahana C., Portola High School student Jackie L., Irvine resident Savannah C., Cadence Park School student Ronith R., Irvine resident Julian P., Cadence Park School student Robin Gurien Ishaan M., Cadence Park School student Aneesh B., Irvine resident and Cadence Park School student Chanel H., Cadence Park School student Kyle Swarts, District Director and Deputy Chief of Staff for State Senator Steven Choi and on his behalf Maya M., Cadence Park School student Dr. Sonia Damanan, Irvine resident Ameet M., Irvine resident Prakash G., Irvine resident Justin Graves, Irvine resident Jennie C., Irvine resident Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 12 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 Cassandra H., Irvine resident Ramssharan Singh, Irvine resident Laura B., Irvine resident Stefan C., Irvine resident Chirag M. Qiu Z., Irvine resident Mara Z. Hernandez Franco, Irvine resident Jeff Starke Joanna R., Irvine resident Shannon P., Irvine resident Sahil C., Irvine resident Michelle G., Irvine resident Duc N., Irvine resident Vincent C. Anita B., Irvine resident Michael Duncan, Irvine resident Patrick G., Irvine resident Darin M., Irvine resident David Lingerfelt, Irvine resident Thomas Cho, Irvine resident Ankur Patel, Irvine resident Priyen Shah, Irvine resident Austin Wagner Teena Spindler, Irvine resident and President of Great Park Garden Coalition Rus Phanvong, Irvine resident and Finance Commissioner Subhani Shaik, Irvine resident Arnis Dela Cusack, Irvine resident and Planning Commissioner Ruhee Shaik Sun Chambers, Irvine resident Shakeela Shaik, Irvine resident Srikar M. Mark Deppe, Irvine resident and Community Services Commissioner Windy Wang, Irvine resident John, Irvine resident Joyce Chen, Irvine resident Alan Lin, Irvine resident Melissa Cabrera, Irvine resident Camiar Parrisa, Irvine resident Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 13 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 Matt Hustad spoke in opposition to the proposed resolution and noted a potential conflict of interest for Mayor Agran based on a previously completed Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) Form 460. Jay Bruce spoke in opposition to the perceived lack of honesty in the dialogue posed by many public commenters on the item. RECESS Mayor Agran recessed the City Council meeting at 10:07 p.m. RECONVENE TO THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING Mayor Agran reconvened the City Council meeting at 10:29 p.m. 5.3 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST BY MAYOR AGRAN TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF A VETERANS-SERVING MUNICIPAL CEMETERY AT THE GREAT PARK (CONTINUED) Mayor Agran noted correspondence received from Peter Chow in support of the proposed resolution and requested that it be entered into the record. City Council discussion included: referencing the 2018 Grand Jury report; noted divisions amongst community members; provided historical context related to past ballot measures and the status of work at the proposed site; noted funding sources and options for the proposed municipal cemetery and restrictions on using alternative City funds; noted progress to date and funding commitments at the Gypsum Canyon site; questioned whether volleys were standard practice for all military funerals and whether use of volleys could be restricted; inquired about potential discrimination claims in the determination of parties allowed to be buried at the proposed cemetery; inquired about the resolution of a previous FPPC investigation related to the matter; noted support from other jurisdictions and benefits of a veterans cemetery at the Gypsum Canyon site; discussed the evolution of land surrounding the Great Park; expressed concern about the potential impacts of the proposed cemetery on Great Park residents; questioned the legal definitions of supersede" and "rescind"; , inquired about land use in the Great Park and contingency plans; and questioned the role of the California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet). Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 14 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 ACTION: Moved by Councimember Go to: Disallow the construction of a municipal cemetery at the Great Park and reaffirm the honoring of veterans with a Veterans Memorial Park and Gardens, as specified in the Great Park Framework Plan. The motion failed for lack of second. ACTION: Moved by Mayor Agran, seconded by Councilmember Martinez Franco, to: Adopt - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRVINE, CALIFORNIA, ENDORSING AND SUPPORTING DEVELOPMENT OF A VETERANS-SERVING MUNICIPAL CEMETERY AT THE GREAT PARK The motion failed as follows: AYES: 3 COUNCIL-MEMBERS: Carroll, Martinez Franco, and Agran NOES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Go, Liu, Mai, and Treseder ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL-MEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None ACTION: Moved by Councimember Go, seconded by Councilmember Treseder, to: 1) Respect the wishes of veterans and honor Gypsum Canyon as the proper burial site for all veterans. 2) Reaffirm the construction of a Great Park Veterans Memorial Park and Gardens as specified in the Great Park Framework Plan. Following discussion, Councimember Go withdrew his motion. No subsequent action was taken by the City Council. Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 15 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS (CONTINUED) 4.2 APPROVAL OF TAX-EXEMPT BOND ISSUANCE BY THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY FOR FINANCING AND REFINANCING OF CONSTRUCTION, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING OF CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES NCLUDING REGENTS POINT HUMANGOOD 2025 PROJECT) Mayor Agran opened the public hearing at 12:16 a.m. Josh Brooks, Deputy Director of Administrative Services, presented the staff report and responded to questions. Dahle Bulosan, Director of Administrative Services, was also available for questions. There were no requests to speak. There was no City Council discussion. ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Carroll, seconded by Councilmember Liu, and unanimously carried to close the public hearing at 12:18 a.m. ACTION: Moved by Mayor Agran, seconded by Councilmember Liu, and unanimously carried to: Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 25-65 = A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRVINE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY REVENUE AND REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2025 HUMANGOOD = CALIFORNIA OBLIGATED GROUP) IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $205,000,000 FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING OR REFINANCING THE CONSTRUCTION, FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING OF REGENTS POINT AND CERTAIN OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO 5. COUNCIL BUSINESS (CONTINUED) 5.1 APPROVAL OF THE CITY OF IRVINE REASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 25-1 LIMITED OBLIGATION REFUNDING IMPROVEMENT BONDS Dahle Bulosan, Director of Administrative Services, presented the staff report and responded to questions. Sara Brown, representing Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, also responded to questions. Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 16 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 City Council discussion included: inquiring about the timeline for transaction closing and issuance of refunds to residents; questioned the impacted communities and the number of impacted homeowners; and inquired about refund methods. ACTION: Moved by Mayor Agran, seconded by Vice Mayor Mai, and unanimously carried to: 1) Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 25-66 = A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRVINE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE REASSESSMENT REPORT FOR REASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 25-1, CONFIRMING AND ORDERING THE REASSESSMENT PURSUANT TO SUMMARY PROCEEDINGS THEREFOR AND DIRECTING ACTIONS WITH RESPECT THERETO 2) Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 25-67 = A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRVINE, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY REASSESSMENTS AND TO ISSUE REFUNDING BONDS UPON THE SECURITY THEREOF IN REASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 25-1 3) Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 25-68 = A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRVINE, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $29,500,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF CITY OF IRVINE LIMITED OBLIGATION REFUNDING IMPROVEMENT BONDS, REASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 25-1, APPROVING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A FISCAL AGENT AGREEMENT, AN ESCROW AGREEMENT, A BOND PURCHASE AGREEMENT AND A CONTINUING DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT AND THE PREPARATION OF AN OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND OTHER MATTERS RELATED THERETO 3. CONSENT CALENDAR CONTINUED) Prior to adoption of the Consent Calendar, the following individuals spoke on the following: 3.7 Lesley Tan, Irvine resident, spoke in opposition to the proposed amendment to the Waste Disposal Agreement (WDA). Michelle Johnson, Irvine resident, spoke in opposition to the proposed amendment to the WDA and in support of a 90-day extension to the agreement and study session to allow for engagement with impacted residents. Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 17 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Carroll, seconded by Mayor Agran, and unanimously carried to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 3.1 through 3.6, 3.8, and 3.9. Consent Calendar Item No. 3.7 was continued to the June 24, 2025, City Council meeting (see page 19). 3.1 MINUTES ACTION: 1) Approved the minutes of an adjourned regular meeting of the City Council held on April 22, 2025. 2) Approved the minutes of a special meeting of the City Council held on May 2, 2025. 3.2 PROCLAMATIONS ACTION: 1) Proclaimed May 2025, as "Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific slander Heritage Month.' 2) Proclaimed June 6, 2025, as "81st Anniversary of D-Day." 3.3 WARRANT AND WIRE TRANSFER RESOLUTION ACTION: Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 25-62 = A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRVINE, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID 3.4 CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT UPDATE FOR BOSQUE AND PERIMETER PARK MASS GRADING ACTIVITIES, CIP 372418 ACTION: 1) Approved a construction contract update for Heart of the Park Mass Grade, CIP 372418, with D.A. McCosker Construction Company, dba Independent Construction Company, to facilitate Bosque and Perimeter Park mass grading activities within the Great Park. (Contract No. 21440) 2) Appropriated funding in the amount of $6,000,000 to fund the construction activities. Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 18 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 (Unless otherwise directed by a member of the City Council, the vote on this matter will reflect the prior action of each Councilmember when he or she sat and voted as a member of the Board of Directors of the Great Park Corporation. However, if a Councilmember is not present at the City Council meeting, his or her vote will be reflected as absent.) Approved 7-0. 3.5 ADOPT THE LIST OF PROJECTS PLANNED TO BE FUNDED IN FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 WITH ROAD MAINTENANCE AND REHABILITATION ACCOUNT REVENUES ACTION: Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 25-63 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRVINE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE LIST OF PROJECTS PLANNED TO BE FUNDED IN FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 WITH ROAD MAINTENANCE AND REHABILITATION ACCOUNT REVENUES 3.6 NOTICE OF REVIEW AND PENDING APPROVAL FOR TRACT MAPS IN GREAT PARK NEIGHBORHOODS ACTION: Received and filed. 3.7 SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE WASTE DISPOSAL AGREEMENT (WDA) WITH THE COUNTY OF ORANGE Councimember Carroll suggested that this item be continued to the June 24, 2025, City Council meeting to allow sufficient time for consideration. ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Carroll, seconded by Mayor Agran, and unanimously carried to: Continue the item to the June 24, 2025, City Council meeting. Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 19 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 3.8 SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NOS. 25-10, 25-11, 25-12, AND 25-13 LEVYING SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN IMPROVEMENT AREA NOS. 15, 16, 17, AND 18 OF THE CITY OF IRVINE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2013-3(B) (GREAT PARK) ACTION: 1) Read by title only, second reading and adoption of ORDINANCE NO. 25-10 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRVINE, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF THE CITY OF IRVINE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2013-3(B) (GREAT PARK), LEVYING SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN IMPROVEMENT AREA NO. 15 OF THE CITY OF IRVINE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2013-3(B) (GREAT PARK) 2) Read by title only, second reading and adoption of ORDINANCE NO. 25-11 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRVINE, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF THE CITY OF IRVINE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2013-3(B) GREAT PARK), LEVYING SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN IMPROVEMENT AREA NO. 16 OF THE CITY OF IRVINE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2013-3(B) (GREAT PARK) 3) Read by title only, second reading and adoption of ORDINANCE NO. 25-12 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRVINE, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF THE CITY OF IRVINE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2013-3(B) (GREAT PARK), LEVYING SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN IMPROVEMENT AREA NO. 17 OF THE CITY OF IRVINE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2013-3(B) (GREAT PARK) 4) Read by title only, second reading and adoption of ORDINANCE NO. 25-13 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRVINE, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF THE CITY OF IRVINE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2013-3(B) (GREAT PARK), LEVYING SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN IMPROVEMENT AREA NO. 18 OF THE CITY OF IRVINE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2013-3(B) (GREAT PARK) Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 20 City Council Minutes May 27. 2025 (Unless otherwise directed by a Member of the City Council, the vote at second reading will reflect the same vote as at first reading. However, if a Councilmember was absent at first reading, his or her vote cast at second reading will be reflected. If a Councilmember is not present at the second reading/adoption, the vote will be reflected as absent.) Approved 7-0. 3.9 COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP FUND GRANT NOMINATIONS ACTION: 1) Approved Councimember Carroll's request for Community Partnership Fund Grant Nomination to Arts & Learning Corporation in the amount of $1,000 in support of program costs. (Contract No. 12054) 2) Approved Vice Mayor Mai's request for Community Partnership Fund Grant Nomination to Arts & Learning Corporation in the amount of $1,000 in support of program costs. (Contract No. 12054) 3) Approved Mayor Agran's request for Community Partnership Fund Grant Nomination to Friends of Outreach in the amount of $1,500 in support of program costs. (Contract No. 12053) 4) Approved Mayor Agran's request for Community Partnership Fund Grant Nomination to Arts & Learning Corporation in the amount of $1,000 in support of program costs. (Contract No. 12054) 5) Authorized the City Manager to prepare and sign funding agreements for the organizations listed above. 5. COUNCIL BUSINESS (CONTINUED) 5.2 CITY OF IRVINE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2013-3 (GREAT PARK) MPROVEMENT AREA NO. 8 2025 SPECIAL TAX REFUNDING BONDS This item was continued to a future City Council meeting. See Additions and Deletions (page 8). 5.4 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST BY MAYOR AGRAN TO ADOPT A MINIMUM WAGE ORDINANCE FOR CITY STAFF AND CERTAIN SERVICE PROVIDERS This item was continued to a future City Council meeting. See Additions and Deletions (page 8). Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 21 City Council Minutes May 27, 2025 5.5 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST BY COUNCILMEMBER LIU TO DISCUSS A SOBER L/VING AND GROUP HOMES ORDINANCE This item was continued to a future City Council meeting. See Additions and Deletions (page 8). 5.6 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST BY VICE MAYOR MAI TO DISCUSS "IRVINE'S 100 FLAGS NITIATIVE" = A PERMANENT PATRIOTIC LANDMARK PROGRAM LEADING TO AMERICA'S 250TH ANNIVERSARY This item was continued to a future City Council meeting. See Additions and Deletions (page 8). 5.7 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST BY COUNCILMEMBER LIU TO DISCUSS SUPPORT FOR ASSEMBLY BILL 91 - "MENA INCLUSION ACT" This item was continued to a future City Council meeting. See Additions and Deletions (page 8). 5.8 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST BY VICE MAYOR MAI TO DISCUSS THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CITYWIDE HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE PROGRAM This item was continued to a future City Council meeting. See Additions and Deletions (page 8). ADJOURNMENT Moved by Mayor Agran, seconded by Vice Mayor Mai, and unanimously carried to adjourn the meeting in memory of Jerri Rosen, founder and longtime Chief Executive Officer of Working Wardrobes, who passed away on May 14 at the age of 79, at 12:38 a.m. - asy fonou MAYOR DF TAE CITY OF IRVINE - June 24. 2025 CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF IRVINE Prepared by the City Clerk's Office 22