ACTION MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF VILLA PARK, CALIFORNIA
December 10, 2024
Special Meeting
GENERAL SESSION
6:30 p.m. - City Council Chambers
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL - Mayor Rossini called the General Session to order at 6:30 p.m.
COUNCILMEMBERS
PRESENT: Miles, Wu, Jones, and Rossini (1 vacancy)
ABSENT: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG - The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tem Jones.
PRESENTATIONS / ANNOUNCEMENTS / COUNCIL MEETING REPORTS Distinguished Citizen - Donna Buxton
Mayor Rossini highlighted Ms. Buxton's contributions included her extensive efforts in improving traffic safety around Serrano Elementary and other local schools, her volunteer work with the Jack and Jill Guild for CHOC Children's Hospital, and her dedication to Paralyzed Veterans of America. He noted she was instrumental in achieving traffic flow improvements and safety enhancements that saved the City significant costs. He noted that she also serves as Vice President of the Women's Public Links Golf Association.
Ms. Buxton expressed gratitude to the City Council, her collaborators, and her family, while reaffirming her commitment to serving the community.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor Rossini opened public comments. There being no speakers, he closed public comments.
MUNICIPAL ELECTION MATTERS
November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election Results.
Councilmember Miles moved to adopt Resolution No. 2024-3614, reciting the fact of December 10, 2024 Villa Park City Council Meeting Minutes
the General Municipal Election held on November 5, 2024, declaring the results and such other matters as provided by law, seconded by Councilmember Wu.
AYES: Miles, Wu, Jones, and Rossini
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Outgoing Councilmember Robbie Pitts and Mayor Vince Rossini were honored for their eight years of service. Council Members and colleagues expressed gratitude for their leadership, dedication, and mentorship.
Former Councilmember Pitts was recognized for his contributions to the city and his recent appointment to the Orange County Water Board. Mayor Rossini received accolades for his commitment to the residents, his leadership on key issues, and his ability to engage in collaborative governance. Both received commemorative tokens of appreciation from the City and Orange County Supervisor Don Wagner.
2. Oaths of Office and Seating of Newly Elected Councilmembers.
Newly elected Councilmembers Robert Freckleton and Kelly McBride were administered the Oath of Office. Both expressed appreciation for the trust placed in them and committed to serving the Villa Park community with dedication.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:03 p.m. to the next regular Council meeting to be held in person on Tuesday, December 17, 2024.
City of Villa Park
ATTEST: 1
Steve FraKks/City Clerk
City of Villa Park
Note: The above minutes are a summary of actions. A DVD recording of this meeting additionally serves as an official record and is available upon request from City Hall.