CITY COUNCIL/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA WESTMINSTER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY July 13, 2022
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Pursuant to the State of California Executive Order N- 29- 20 related to coronavirus COVID- 19), the City Council of the City of Westminster, California convened on July 13, 2022 at 5: 11 p.m. in a Closed Session via In-Person Hybrid ( teleconference/ web conference), City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
CLOSED SESSION
5: 00 P. M.
IN- PERSON HYBRID
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Ta called the Closed Session Meeting of the City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 5: 11 p.m. via In-Person Hybrid, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL MAYOR TRI TA
PRESENT: VICE MAYOR CARLOS MANZO
COUNCIL MEMBER TAI DO ( arrived at 5: 18 p.m.)
COUNCIL MEMBER KIMBERLY HO
COUNCIL MEMBER CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
ABSENT: NONE
Interim City Clerk Colombo announced a quorum of the City Council.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
City Attorney Christian Bettenhausen
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
Interim City Clerk Lucie Colombo
Assistant City Clerk Abigail Y. Alcala
Administrative Assistant II Tanya Ramirez
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION MATTERS
1. Camilla Overbeek spoke in support of Closed Session Agenda Item No. 2, expressed various concerns regarding the City Attorney' s legal advice, such as potential conflict of interest, military equipment agenda item, campaigning, performance issues, and suggested that City Attorney be removed.
2. Terry Rains spoke in support of Closed Session Agenda Item No. 2, expressed concern related to Council Member Nguyen' s campaigning event in front of City Hall and suggested various cases for review including Constitutional law and various other matters, suggested the City Attorney be kept as City Attorney at this time considering the City' s situation.
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3. Amy Walsh echoedpreviouscomments, expressedconcernregardingJones and Mayer' s representation of the City, the substantial amounts charged, the various mistakes made, and poor legal advice.
City Attorney Bettenhausen stated the Closed Session is authorized under California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) because existing facts and circumstances indicate there is a significant exposure to litigation against the City. Any discussion of these matters in open session would certainly prejudice the City's position.
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 5:27 p.m. for the following purpose:
1. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 2): Anticipated Litigation
Number of Cases: Two ( 2)
2. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957:
Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Title: City Attorney
RECESS: Mayor Ta recessed the meeting at 7:07 p.m. from Closed Session.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/Successor Agency to the WestminsterRedevelopmentAgencymeetingreconvenedto OpenSessionat 7:13p.m.
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REGULAR MEETING
7: 00 PM
IN- PERSON HYBRID
Mayor Ta called the Regular Meeting of the City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 7: 13 p.m. via In- Person Hybrid, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL MAYOR TRI TA
PRESENT: VICE MAYOR CARLOS MANZO
COUNCIL MEMBER TAI DO
COUNCIL MEMBER KIMBERLY HO
COUNCIL MEMBER CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
ABSENT: NONE
Interim City Clerk Colombo announced a quorum with all members present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
City Attorney Christian Bettenhausen
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
Interim City Clerk Lucie Colombo
Finance Director Erin Backs
Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
Public Works Director/ City Engineer Jake Ngo
Interim Community Development Director Debra Kurita
Assistant City Clerk Abigail Y. Alcala
Management Analyst Ryan Salz
Administrative Assistant II Tanya Ramirez
Police Business Manager Mavic Hizon
Police Commander Alan Iwashita
Water Superintendent Scott Miller
Information Technology System Supervisor Carl Glaze
Sergeant at Arms Stewart DeJong
Sergeant at Arms Claire Tran
Orange County Fire Authority Battalion Chief Ron
Roberts
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
The Flag Salute was led by Vice Mayor Manzo.
INVOCATION
The Invocation was conducted by Council Member Nguyen.
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CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Bettenhausen stated there was discussion for Closed Session Agenda Item No. 1, but there was no reportable action at this time.
City Manager Cordon stated there was discussion on Closed Session Agenda Item No. 2, but there was no reportable action at this time.
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
There were no Ex Parte Communications to be presented at this time.
REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
Interim City Clerk Colombo invited residents to apply for Commission and Committee vacancies and to visit the City' s website for the application, spoke regarding nomination period for the General Municipal Election, and introduced Emergency Services Coordinator Segura for a COVID- 19 update.
A. COVID- 19 Updates presented by Emergency Services Coordinator David Segura.
Emergency Services Coordinator Segura provided a COVID-19 monthly update.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
Interim City Manager Cordon made various announcements regarding the following matters:
July is Parks and Recreation Month; Summer Movie nights begin, Safety Day event next Wednesday at Sigler Park, Queen Nation will open Summer Concert series; additional summer activities visit the City' s website.
Police Department Annual Awards banquet held award ceremony including Life Saving, Merit and Courage awards.
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. Introduction to Westminster Chamber of Commerce.
Mayor Ta introduced Sophak Ok, Westminster Chamber of Commerce President.
Mr. Ok introduced himself and spoke regarding the Chamber of Commerce' s goals and welcomed and invited businesses in the community to participate.
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REQUEST TO MOVE AGENDA ITEM NOS 7. 2 AND 7. 3 OUT- OF- ORDER Motion was made by Mayor Ta, and seconded by Council Member Do to move Agenda Item Nos. 7. 2 and 7. 3 prior to the Consent Calendar.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: TA, MANZO, DO, HO, NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
In- Person
1. Pam Gremling expressed concern regarding the sales tax measure expiring.
2. Hillary Hoang, interpreted by Kiet Huynh, spoke regarding Agenda Item Nos.
7.2 and 7.3, spoke in support of selecting Sid Goldstein Freedom Park for the monument, she stated the importance, significance, and historical value of the monument, and encouraged all to work together.
3. Mai Nguyen, interpreted by Kiet Huynh, spoke regarding Agenda Item Nos.
7. 2 and 7. 3, and the significance of the monument, and requested that the City Council place the monument at a public park to honor those who sacrificed.
4. Tri Minh Nguyen, interpreted by Kiet Huynh, spoke regarding Agenda Item Nos. 7.2 and 7.3, thanked the City Council for allowing the monument to be built. He spoke regarding the history of the monument, the spirituality of those who sacrificed, and expressed support to consider Sid Goldstein Freedom Park as the location for the monument and although it was appreciated that the Westminster Memorial Park Cemetery was contacted, it would not be the correct solution. He spoke regarding costs of landscaping and maintenance.
5. Son Do spoke regarding Agenda Item Nos. 7.2 and 7.3, he encouraged that the City support the cause, monument, and the history, and encouraged the City Council to select a public park. He explained the history of the monument in reference to Quang Tri.
6. Chris Nguyen spoke regarding the importance of the Quang Tri Monument.
7. Man Van spoke regarding Agenda Item Nos. 7.2 and 7.3 and expressed concern regarding the maintenance of the monument if placed on public land rather than on private property.
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8. Hung Xuan Le, interpreted by Kiet Huynh, spoke regarding Agenda Item Nos. 7. 2 and 7. 3, and stated that it is important for the monument to be placed at a public park to honor those who sacrificed their lives.
9. Quan Nguyen, member of the Quang Tri Monument Committee, spoke regarding the American dream and invited the City to celebrate Vietnamese culture and history. He stated the committee has raised funds for the monument to be placed at a public park and expressed concern regarding the placement of the monument at a private cemetery.
10. Kenny Hoang spoke regarding Agenda Item Nos. 7.2 and 7.3. He spoke on the many efforts, such as fundraising for the monument, and expressed concern regarding the consideration of the placement of the monument at Westminster Memorial Park Cemetery. He expressed concern that the fundraising was done on the basis that the monument be placed on public land, in order to not lose control of the use of the monument at a private location.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 8: 11 p.m.
11. Robert L. Harrison spoke regarding Agenda Item Nos. 7.2 and 7.3 and spoke in favor of the Quang Tri Monument. He suggested the City Council ask questions regarding the monument' s accuracy and expressed support for the depiction that was presented. He expressed various concerns and presented a solution regarding the location and stated that the monument should be placed at Westminster Memorial Park Cemetery as it would reduce cost, liability, and security of the monument.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 8:15p.m.
Mayor Ta left the dais at 8: 18 p.m.
12. Terry Rains spoke regarding Agenda Item Nos. 3. 3, spoke in support of Agenda Item Nos. 5.2 and 5.3, spoke regarding the Quang Tri Monument related to the wording and provided information regarding history of the event, ethics training compliance, and feasibility study ( Agenda Item Nos. 7.2 and
7. 3). She requested that the Council place the sales tax measure on the ballot.
Mayor Ta returned to the dais at 8:20 p. m.
13. Tim Hogan expressed concern regarding the City's finances and implored the City Council to grant people the opportunity to decide through voting and place the sales tax measure on the ballot.
14. Roger Mindrum spoke regarding Agenda Item Nos. 7.2 and 7.3, and spoke in opposition to the Quang Tri monument and stated it should be on private
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property, expressed various concerns about the committee, ethics, Brown Act, cost, and liability of the monument, and requested that the City Council stop all monuments.
15. Tony Bui expressed concern regarding the City' s finances, spoke regarding the Special Election, Quang Tri monument, and made comments regarding City Council Members.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 8:34 p.m.
16. Mark Lawrence spoke regarding the Quang Tri Committee meetings and expressed concerns and suggested the monument be located at the Westminster Memorial Park Cemetery, otherwise it will cost the City and potentially create liability. He expressed concern of limited park space and asked the name calling to stop.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 8:40 p. m.
Council Member Do left the dais at 8:41 p. m.
Zoom Speakers
17. Amy Walsh echoed previous speaker Tony Bui and suggested that the monument be placed at a private location, such as Westminster Memorial Park Cemetery, expressed concern regarding the committee, Brown Act, that the monument is not historically correct, that the community does not want the monument on public land because the City does not have sufficient parks for children.
Council Member Do returned to the dais at 8:44 p.m.
Vice Mayor Manzo left the dais at 8:44 p. m.
Vice Mayor Manzo returned to the dais at 8:46 p. m.
18. D' Vorah Mariscal commended the Westminster Police Department for their Award ceremony, expressed concerned about the City' s park space and monuments being placed at public parks ( Agenda Item Nos. 7.2 and 7.3), asked for clarification regarding the sale of Liberty Park, spoke in support of hybrid meetings, and requested that Measure SS be placed on the ballot.
19. Claudia Steinmetz expressed concern regarding the height dimensions and placement of the Quang Tri Monument at a public park and suggested the monument be placed at Westminster Memorial Park Cemetery. She requested the extension of Measure SS be placed on the agenda.
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20. Camilla Overbeek expressed concern regarding the Quang Tri Agenda Items being moved out- of-order, the height dimension of the monument and the placement at a public park ( Agenda Item Nos. 7. 2 and 7. 3). She suggested the monument be placed at Westminster Memorial Park Cemetery or at Liberty Park, expressed concerns regarding the City' s finances, and suggested that the City Council consider additional funding sources.
E- Comments
21. Syed Shah expressed concern regarding the impacts of cannabis retailers in the City ( Agenda Item No. 5.2) and spoke in opposition of short- term rentals Agenda Item No. 5. 3).
22. Bill Vetter spoke regarding the design and depiction of the Quang Tri Monument ( Agenda Item Nos. 7. 2 and 7. 3).
23. Edward Che stated the Quang Tri Monument should be placed at Westminster Memorial Park Cemetery (Agenda Item No. 7.3).
24. Conrad Gomez spoke regarding ethics training compliance related to the Quang Tri Monument Committee members, and expressed concern regarding the design and depiction of the Quang Tri Monument ( Agenda Item Nos. 7. 2 and 7. 3).
25. Minduc Ngoc Ho spoke regarding the placement of the Quang Tri Monument at the Vietnam War Memorial site ( Agenda Item No. 7. 3).
AGENDA ITEM( S) TAKEN OUT- OF- ORDER
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEMS
7. 2 Depiction and Design of Proposed Quang Tri Monument.
Mayor Ta asked for clarification from the City Attorney and the City Council in regards to statements made by the public in regards to a promise made by Council to place the monument on public property, and asked the members of the monument committee to work together as there has been disagreements amongst the committee members.
Council Member Ho spoke in support of the monument being located on public land, spoke regarding delays of building the Quang Tri Monument due to the committee and Council disagreements, and spoke in support of the monument placed at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 9:11 p.m.
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Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 9:11p.m.
Community Service Director Johnson gave a presentation regarding the depiction and design of the monument with proposed changes.
Mayor Ta stated he is not opposed to monument being placed on public land, asked committee members to take into consideration possibly decreasing the size of the Quang Tri Monument, expressed concern regarding the disagreements among the committee members, and stated he wants to honor South Vietnamese and American soldiers.
Community Service Director Johnson stated size of the monument was brought before the committee, but were in opposition of decreasing the size.
Council Member Nguyen invited Quang Tri Committee Member Robert L. Harrison and Kenny Hoang to the podium to respond to inquiries related to the patches displayed on the monument.
Quang Tri Committee Member Robert L. Harrison stated multiple attempts were made to discuss recommendations of design; however, committee members refused to make changes or compromise.
Vice Mayor Manzo spoke in support of the monument as it is a community project, stated the history should be accurate and expressed concern regarding the height and size of the structure. He questioned what information, literature and tools were given to the committee to help with the design of the monument.
Kenny Hoang spoke regarding meetings held with Robert L. Harrison related to the design and depiction of the monument and stated there was no compromise or agreement on the design of the monument.
Council Member Do expressed concern regarding the division within the committee.
Robert L. Harrison spoke regarding minimal tools and research done on the design and depiction for the monument.
Council Member Nguyen encouraged all Quang Tri Committee members to work together and compromise.
Motion was made by Council Member Nguyen, and seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo for the committee to meet and come back to the City Council with an agreement of the design and depiction of the monument.
Council Member Ho spoke regarding the delays and asked the committee to agree on the patches.
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Vice Mayor Manzo asked the committee members to compromise regarding the military patches and decide on a design.
Robert L. Harrison stated that he wants America recognized and honored as equally as Vietnamese Veterans and suggested placing two American helicopter squadrons, HMM 164 and HMM 165, and the American Advisors.
Substitute motion was made by Council Member Ho, and seconded by Council Member Do to approve the Quang Tri Monument Committee' s recommendation for the depiction and design of the Quang Tri Monument with the amended designs of the patches ( two Marine Corps helicopter Squadron' s, HMM 164 and HMM 165, and an Advisor patch).
Mayor Ta stated that the City Council cannot make changes to the design, and encouraged the committee to meet and compromise on changes.
Vice Mayor Manzo asked if members of the Quang Tri Monument Committee have taken into consideration possibly modify and decreasing the size of the monument.
Kenny Hoang explained the detail on the monument will not allow for a decreased size, explained monies have been contributed, and expressed frustration regarding the delay in design.
Discussion ensued regarding dimensions of the monument.
Council Member Do stated he understands the hard work of the Committee members and the frustration within the community regarding the delay in project by Council, and that the City Council can make any modifications or reject depictions without sending it back to the Committee. He called to question to vote.
Council Member Nguyen explained he is not in opposition of the monument, expressed concern regarding transparency and the community input; and asked City Attorney Bettenhausen to clarify the Quang Tri Committee roles and responsibilities.
City Attorney Bettenhausen explained the roles and responsibilities of the Quang Tri Committee and stated Council has the final decision authority.
The motion carried, 4-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: TA, MANZO, DO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NGUYEN
Council Member Nguyen explained the abstention due to wanting the committee to meet and agree.
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REQUEST TO MOVE AGENDA ITEM NO. 4. 1 OUT- OF- ORDER
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Motion was made by Council Member Do, and seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo to move Agenda Item No 4. 1 prior to Item No. 7. 3
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: TA, MANZO, DO, HO, NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
4. 1 Public Hearing - 2022 Report on Water Quality Relative to Public Health Goals.
Water Superintendent Miller gave a report regarding the 2022 Water Quality Relative Public Heath Goals.
MAYOR TA OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
MAYOR TA ASKED IF THERE WERE ANY SPEAKERS WISHING TO SPEAK IN FAVOR OR IN OPPOSITION TO THE ITEM.
THEIR BEING NO SPEAKERS, MAYOR TA CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Vice Mayor Manzo asked for clarification regarding the best available water treatment, recommendations for property owners related to filtration system, and comparison with surrounding agencies.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 10: 32 p. m.
Water Superintendent Miller explained the process and assessment of standards of public health goals as it relates to the cost and effectiveness of treatment. He provided information regarding Westminster water.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 10:34 p. m.
Council Member Ho asked about the contaminants and staff responded.
Motion was made by Council Member Do, and seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo to approve the City of Westminster 2022 Report on Water Quality Relative to Public Health Goals.
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The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: TA, MANZO, DO, HO, NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEMS
7. 3 Feasibility Study for Potential Location of the Quang Tri Monument.
Mayor Ta left the dais at 10:36 p.m.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Ngo gave a brief presentation regarding the potential locations of the Quang Tri Monument.
Mayor Ta returned to the dais at 10:40 p.m.
Vice Mayor Manzo asked questions regarding possible vandalism at Westminster Memorial Park Cemetery and parking during special events at location.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Ngo stated security officers patrol onsite at Westminster Memorial Park Cemetery.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta spoke regarding the parking conditions.
Vice Mayor Manzo thinks the safest location is the Westminster Memorial Park Cemetery as people go to reflect and pray, gather, remember, and honor. He is concerned about the City' s limited park space and wants it to be located where it is safe and not costly.
Mayor Ta stated he would like additional community input regarding the location of the monumentby hostingTownHallmeetingsin four differentareasof the City.
Council Member Nguyen thanked staff for their hard work and efforts and suggested one Town Hall meeting for community input.
Council Member Do proposed a gazebo be removed from Tony Lam Park and place the monument in that location and that by doing so the matters of concerns would be addressed.
Vice Mayor Manzo questioned and was concerned that if gazebo is removed, would the monument be close to the park playground and effect the parking for residents.
Council Member Do stated removing the gazebo and placing monument in its place will help environment and clear up homelessness and negative activity at the park.
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Council Member Ho spoke in support of the south side of Tony Lam Park, questioned parking.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 11:12 p. m.
Discussion ensued regarding parking issues along Tony Lam Park and how this would affect the school and residents.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 11: 15 p. m.
Council Member Ho spoke regarding placing monument at Westminster Park and asked staff about parking for special events at parks.
Council Member Do stated parking at Westminster Park is limited.
Community Services Director Johnson stated to use a school district or private property to occupy additional parking a special permit and fees would needed to be paid to the City.
Motion was made by Council Member Ho, and seconded by Council Member Do to select Westminster Park as the location for the Quang Tri Monument.
Vice Mayor Manzo expressed concern regarding placing the monument on public land.
Council Member Ho stated there was no previous discussion between the City Council and the committee to place the monument on private property.
Kenny Hoang explained the parks choose by the committee are to accommodate the size of the monument and agreed the committee will accept financial responsibility for maintenance and if vandalized.
Discussion ensued regarding Sid Goldstein Freedom Park, Westminster Park, and Westminster Memorial Park Cemetery as possible locations for the Quang Tri Monument.
Council Member Ho asked for a timeline regarding the general plan amendment.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta explained the general plan amendment update and process.
Vice Mayor Manzo stated if the City Council does not agree on a location, also suggested holding Town Hall meetings to gather community input.
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Council Member Nguyen expressed concern regardingthe City's liability if the organization does not comply, the City becomes responsible for the maintenance and liabilityofthe monument, agreedon holdingTownHallmeetingsfor communityinput.
Public Works Director Ngo stated Sid Goldstein Freedom Park committee agreed to financial responsibility for maintenance when construction was completed, they did not comply and currently the City has been maintaining the continued maintenance.
Vice Mayor Manzo spoke regarding liability issues and who will be responsible for covering costs of liability, questioned how long the committee will continue to be responsible for maintenance, upkeep, and liability after construction.
City Manager Cordon spoke regarding outreach efforts and suggested council authorize hiring a consultant.
Vice Mayor Manzo clarified platform for public input.
Mayor Ta spoke regarding community input.
Motion was made by Mayor Ta, and seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo to defer the item to the next City Council meeting.
The motion carried, 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: TA, MANZO, NGUYEN
NOES: DO, HO
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
Motion was made by Council Member Do, and seconded by Mayor Ta to continue all items to the next meeting to be held on July 27, 2022, except the Consent Calendar and Agenda Item No. 5. 1.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: TA, MANZO, DO, HO, NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
MINUTES
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3. 1 Minutes of the City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the minutes as presented for the dates listed below:
A. January 26, 2022 - Regular Meeting ( Closed and Regular Session); and B. June 22, 2022 — Regular Meeting ( Closed and Regular Session); and C. July 1, 2022 — Special Meeting ( Closed and Regular Session).
ROUTINE MATTERS
3. 2 Notice of Completion for the Work Performed by R.E. Schultz Construction, Inc. for the Playground Renovation Project for Margie L. Rice and Westminster Parks - Project No. P- 2530.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council accepted the subject project and authorized the Interim City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County Clerk- Recorder' s Office.
AGREEMENTS/ PURCHASE ORDERS ( UNDER $ 500, 000)
3. 3 Approval of the Police Citation Processing Agreement with Phoenix Group, Inc., for FY 2022- 2023.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council accepted the subject project and authorized the Interim City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County Clerk- Recorder' s Office.
RESOLUTIONS
3. 4 Resolution to Continue Authorizing the Conduct of Remote " Telephonic" Meetings During the State of Emergency.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council adopted Resolution No. 5141 entitled, " A
RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WESTMINSTER MAKING THE LEGALLY REQUIRED FINDINGS TO CONTINUE TO AUTHORIZE THE CONDUCT OF REMOTE ` TELEPHONIC' MEETINGS DURING THE STATE OF EMERGENCY."
ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS
3. 5 AB109 Funding for Public Safety Realignment and Post- Release Community Supervision Enhanced Law Enforcement Overtime Services in the Fiscal Year.
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A. Approved a revenue estimate of$ 74, 748 from the 2022- 2023 AB109 Grant to the AB109 Revenue Account for the Fiscal Year 2022- 2023 budget; and B. Approved a revenue estimate of$ 56, 367 from the 2021- 2022 AB109 Grant to the AB109 Revenue Account for the Fiscal Year 2022- 2023 budget; and C. Approved an appropriation of $ 131, 115 to the Special Police Services Fund, AB109 expenditures budget for the Fiscal Year 2022- 2023 Overtime Costs.
WARRANT REGISTER
3. 6 ( City Council and Successor Agency) Warrant Registers dated June 16, 2022 through July 5, 2022.
ACTION: Received and filed.
Motion was made by Council Member Do, and seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo to approve the consent calendar, as presented.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: TA, MANZO, DO, HO, NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
4. 1 AGENDA ITEM NO. 4. 1 WAS MOVED OUT- OF- ORDER AND PRIOR TO AGENDA ITEM NO. 7. 1
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Award of Contract for the Garden Grove Complete Streets Project— Project No.
P — 2534; Federal Aid Project No. ATPL 5338( 052).
PublicWorks Director Ngo gave a brief presentation regarding the award of contract.
Motion was made by Council Member Do and seconded by Council Member Nguyen to:
A. Approve the award of contract to the lowest and responsible bidder in the amount of $ 5, 231, 249. 50 to KASA Construction, and that all other bids be rejected; and
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B. Authorize a contingency in the amount of $ 523, 124. 95 for potential change orders; and
C. Approve a transfer from AQMD fund balance to Project 142300 " Garden Grove Blvd Imp - Construction ( AQMD)" in the amount of$ 700, 000; and D. Approve a transfer from Measure M fund balance to Project 262303 " Garden Grove Blvd Imp - Construction ( Measure M)" in the amount of$ 489, 540; and E. Close Measure M completed project 262203 " McFadden Ave. Improvements- Brookhurst to Ward ( M2)" and transfer remaining balance to Project 262303 Garden Grove Blvd Imp — Construction ( Measure M)" in the amount of 353, 809; and
F. Authorize the City Manager to execute the contract on behalf of the City.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: TA, MANZO, DO, HO, NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ITEM NOS. 5. 2 AND 5. 3 DEFERRED TO THE NEXT MEETING PER COUNCIL ACTION
5. 2 Results of Research Related to Commercial Cannabis Regulations in Orange County Cities.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Mayor and City Council consider the findings and provide direction to staff regarding the City' s current ban of commercial cannabis activity.
THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS DEFERRED TO JULY 27, 2022 MEETING
5. 3 Results of Research Related to Short- Term Rental Regulations in Orange County Cities.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Mayor and City Council consider the findings and provide direction to staff regarding the City' s current ban of residential short- term rentals.
THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS DEFERRED TO JULY 27, 2022 MEETING
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEMS
There were no legislative items to be presented at this time.
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ITEM NO 7. 1 DEFERRED TO THE NEXT MEETING COUNCIL PER COUNCIL ACTION
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEMS
7. 1 Appointments to the Youth Committee for 2022- 2023.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Mayor and City Council:
A. Reappoint eleven ( 11) current Youth Committee member to serve as regular members for a term to expire June 30, 2023; and
B. Direct and appoint staff to participate in an interview process of new applicants to select two ( 2) alternate members.
THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS DEFERRED TO JULY 27, 2022 MEETING
COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE AGENDA ITEM NOS. 7. 2 and 7. 3 WERE MOVED OUT- OF- ORDER AND PRIOR TO THE CONSENT CALENDAR.
7. 2 AGENDA ITEM NO. 7. 2 WAS MOVED OUT- OF- ORDER AND PRIOR TO THE
CONSENT CALENDAR
7. 3 AGENDA ITEM NO. 7. 3 WAS MOVED OUT- OF- ORDER AND PRIOR TO THE
CONSENT CALENDAR
8. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL/ AGENCY MEMBERS ( Including AB 1234 Report when required)
Vice Mayor Manzo thanked staff for their hard work.
All other comments were deferred to next City Council Meeting of July 27, 2022.
9. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Ta adjourned the meeting on July 14, 2022 at 12: 00 a. m.
Next Regular Meeting will be held Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted:
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Abigail Y. Alca a
Assistant City Clerk
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APPROVED:
Tri Ta
Mayor/ Chair
ATTEST:
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Lucie Colombo, CMC, CPMC
Interim City Clerk
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