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Placentia City Council Regular Meeting
Placentia City Council acting as Successor Agency to the Placentia Redevelopment Agency, Placentia Industrial Commercial Development Authority, Placentia Public Financing Authority
MINUTES
December 16, 2025
City Council Chambers - 401 E. Chapman Avenue, Placentia, CA MINUTES OF THE PLACENTIA CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Kirwin called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
ROLL CALL: PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmember/Board Member Hummer, Smith, Yamaguchi, Wanke, Kirwin None
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
City Clerk McKinnell stated the City Clerk’s Office received no public comment for Closed Session.
CLOSED SESSION PROCEEDINGS:
City Clerk McKinnell announced the Closed Session matter.
The City Council and Boards of Directors recessed to the City Council Caucus Room for the purpose of conducting their Closed Session proceedings on the following:
1. Pursuant to Government Code Section § 54956.9(d)(2) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION - (2 Cases)
RECESS: The City Council and Boards of Directors recessed to their 7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting.
MINUTES OF THE PLACENTIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING - 7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Kirwin called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL: PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmember/Board Member Hummer, Smith, Yamaguchi, Wanke, Kirwin None
STAFF PRESENT:
City Attorney/Authority Counsel Christian Bettenhausen; City Administrator Jennifer Lampman; Deputy City Administrator Rosanna Ramirez; Police Chief Brad Butts; Fire Chief Jason Dobine; Director of Development Services Joe Lambert; Director of Public Works Chris Tanio; Director of Human Resources Alice Burnett; Director of Finance Jerry Griggs; Director of Community Services Lydie Gutfeld; Deputy Director of Administrative Services Jeannette Ortega; City Clerk Robert McKinnell; Deputy City Clerk Brooke Lovell
INVOCATION: Chaplain Ken Milhander
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Lydie Gutfeld, Director of Community Services
PRESENTATIONS: None
CLOSED SESSION REPORT:
City Attorney/Authority Counsel Bettenhausen reported a discussion was held on the Closed Session item.
There was no reportable action.
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT: None
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Craig Green praised the City for a successful Very Tamale Holiday event, commended the new layout and activities, noted high attendance and quality tamales, and honored his late father’s 104th birthday.
Alice Shiozawa thanked the City for its support in the Very Tamale Holiday event, stated the layout and traffic changes worked well, noted strong foot traffic near the Rotary booth, and expressed hope for continued annual support.
David Radlauer objected to the City listing acceptance of resignations from the Placentia Community Foundation, stated it was an independent 501(c)(3), requested removal of the item and inclusion of resignation letters and a City Attorney letter in the minutes, and explained resignations were due to concerns about process, conflicts of interest, and perceived pressure for a large donation.
Jeff Buchanan requested documentation on the prior 2022 redistricting lawsuit involving former Councilmember Joseph Aguirre, including all settlement agreements, stated current district representation might not comply with the agreement.
Rosalina Davis thanked the City Council and Staff for continuing the Very Tamale Holiday event, stated the event was a success with approximately 10,000 attendees, praised Staff for event improvements to the layout, snow area, shuttle service, entertainment, and expressed desire to see the event continue.
Liam Stanton (via electronic communication) thanked the City for the Very Tamale Holiday event, reported the event was a success with sold-out food and strong foot traffic, and expressed interest in participating next year.
CITY COUNCIL/BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Smith commended the success of the 2025 A Very Tamale Holiday event on December 11, 2025, highlighting its strong community participation, effective coordination by Community Services and Public Works, and support from public safety personnel. He also praised the Community Christmas Basket event in La Jolla and acknowledged the community’s generosity throughout the year.
Councilmember Hummer stated the 2025 A Very Tamale Holiday event as one of the best to date, citing the improved layout and strong community engagement. He expressed appreciation to all who contributed to the event.
Councilmember Yamaguchi thanked outgoing Commissioners, Committee members and volunteers for their service, praised the 2025 A Very Tamale Holiday event and the Community Services Staff, and encouraged the Placentia Community Foundation to continue supporting local initiatives. He also extended holiday wishes to the community.
Mayor Pro Tem Wanke reported attending the Orange County Sanitation District (OC San) Board and Administration Committee meetings, Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District meeting, and the Orange County Board of Supervisors Open House event. He thanked the resigning Commissioners and Committee members for their service and encouraged residents to apply for the current vacancies.
Mayor Kirwin commended the City’s recent community events, including the 2025 A Very Tamale Holiday event and the Christmas Basket program. He expressed gratitude to Staff and volunteers and extended holiday greetings to all.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 1.a through 1.e):
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Motion by Wanke, seconded by Yamaguchi, and carried a 5-0 vote, to approve the Consent Calendar, as recommended.
1.a CONSIDERATION TO WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
Approve
(Approved 5-0, as recommended)
1.b APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
Approve minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency/ICDA/PPFA Regular Meetings held on December 17, 2024; March 18, 2025; September 2, 2025; September 16, 2025; October 7, 2025; October 21, 2025; November 4, 2025; November 18, 2025; and December 2, 2025; and the Special Meetings held on March 25, 2025; and September 29, 2025. (Approved 5-0, as recommended)
1.c REGISTERS FOR DECEMBER 16, 2025
Check Register
Fiscal Impact: $1,229,658.71
Electronic Disbursement Register
Fiscal Impact: $4,536,458.85
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
Receive and file.
(Approved 5-0, as recommended)
1.d SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. O-2025-12, AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PLACENTIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. DDA 2025-01 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A FOUR-STORY, 86- ROOM HOTEL AT 450 S. PLACENTIA AVENUE
Fiscal Impact:
Revenue: $179,519.14 Development Impact Fees
$127,444.00 Property Sale
$378,304.97 Annual Estimated Transit Occupancy Tax
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
Waive full reading, by title only, and adopt Ordinance No. O-2025-12, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Placentia, California, approving Disposition and Development Agreement No.
DDA 2025-01 with CY Hospitality, LLC, to provide relief from certain development standards related to the development of a four-story, 86-room hotel within the C-2 (H-65) Zoning District located at 450 S. Placentia Avenue, Placentia, California (APN 339-442-04). (Approved 5-0, as recommended)
1.e ACCEPTANCE OF RESIGNATIONS FROM THE SENIOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE, HERITAGE
COMMITTEE AND PLACENTIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact on this item.
Recommended Action: It is recommended the City Council:
1. Accept the resignation of Manpreet Chadha from the Senior Advisory Committee, Molly Kurzbard, Denise May, and David Radlauer from the Placentia Community Foundation, and Carole Nixon and Patti Martin from the Heritage Committee; and
2. Update the City’s master Commission/Committee vacancy list to include the vacancy on the Committees indicated above.
(Approved 5-0, as recommended)
2. PUBLIC HEARING: None
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3. REGULAR AGENDA: None
4. RECOGNITION OF 2025 MAYOR KEVIN KIRWIN:
4.a OFFICE OF U.S. CONGRESSMAN DEREK TRAN, PRESENTER: CODY MENDOZA, DISTRICT
DIRECTOR
Presenter was an unable to attend.
4.b OFFICE OF STATE SENATOR STEVEN CHOI; PRESENTER: YUN CHOI, DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVE Representative from the office of State Senator Steven Choi presented a certificate of recognition to Mayor Kirwin for his service as Mayor.
4.c OFFICE OF STATE ASSEMBLYMAN PHILLIP CHEN, PRESENTER: NEWTON VIENGKHOU, FIELD
REPRESENTATIVE
Representative from the office of State Assemblyman Phillip Chen presented a certificate of recognition to Mayor Kirwin for his service as Mayor.
4.d ORANGE COUNTY SUPERVISOR, 4TH DISTRICT, DOUG CHAFFEE Supervisor Doug Chaffee presented a certificate of recognition to Mayor Kirwin for his service as Mayor.
4.e CITY OF PLACENTIA, MAYOR PRO TEM WANKE AND CITY ADMINISTRATOR LAMPMAN Mayor Pro Tem Wanke and City Administrator Lampman presented a certificate of recognition and gift of appreciation to Mayor Kirwin for his service as Mayor.
4.f COMMENTS FROM OUTGOING MAYOR KEVIN KIRWIN
Mayor Kevin Kirwin thanked colleagues, Staff, and the community for their support, commended City Administrator Lampman, noted progress on his “Back to Basics” initiative emphasizing core services, acknowledged the City Council’s collaborative approach, and expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve as Mayor.
5. REORGANIZATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL:
5.a CITY CLERK CALLS FOR THE SELECTION OF MAYOR OF THE CITY OF PLACENTIA City Clerk McKinnell opened nominations for Mayor for the term December 16, 2025, through December 15, 2026. Councilmember Yamaguchi nominated Mayor Pro Tem Wanke. There were no further nominations.
Motion by Yamaguchi, seconded by Smith, to close nominations. Motion carried a 5–0 vote, to appoint Mayor Pro Tem Wanke as Mayor for the stated term.
5.b CEREMONIAL OATH ADMINISTERED TO NEW MAYOR
City Clerk McKinnell administered the Oath of Office to Mayor Wanke.
5.c COMMENTS FROM NEW MAYOR
Mayor Wanke thanked the City Council for their confidence and acknowledged his family and friends in attendance. He stated it had been several years since he last served as Mayor, expressed his commitment to continuing the “Back to Basics” initiative, and emphasized improving core infrastructure such as road paving and facility repairs to ensure residents are proud of their neighborhoods and the City’s work.
5.d NEW MAYOR CALLS FOR THE SELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEM OF THE CITY OF PLACENTIA City Clerk McKinnell opened nominations for Mayor Pro Tem for the term December 16, 2025, through December 15, 2026. Mayor Wanke nominated Councilmember Yamaguchi. There were no further nominations.
Motion by Wanke, seconded by Smith, to close nominations. Motion carried a 5-0 vote, to appoint Councilmember Yamaguchi as Mayor Pro Tem for the stated term.
CITY COUNCIL/BOARD MEMBERS REQUESTS:
Mayor Pro Tem Yamaguchi recognized outgoing Mayor Kirwin for his leadership and service, thanked him for Hawaiian Shirt Day, congratulated incoming Mayor Wanke, and expressed enthusiasm for working with the City Council in the year ahead.
Councilmember Smith appreciated Mayor Kirwin's leadership, commended his focus and guidance, congratulated Mayor Wanke, and expressed confidence in a productive year with collaboration among the City Council and Staff.
Councilmember Hummer thanked Mayor Kirwin for his support, welcomed Mayor Wanke, and expressed eagerness to work closely with the City Council and Staff.
Councilmember Kirwin thanked the City Council and made a lighthearted remark about the shared experience of having the same junior high school science teacher.
ADJOURNMENT:
The City Council/Successor Agency/ICDA/PPFA Board of Directors adjourned at 7:46 p.m., to a regular City Council meeting on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
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