CITY COUNCIL/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA WESTMINSTER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY July 27, 2022
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
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 27, 2022 at 5: 18 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: 18 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 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. Terry Rains expressed concern regarding the start time of meetings and spoke regarding the existing and anticipated litigation.
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 5:25 p.m. for the following purpose:
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1. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 1) - Existing Litigation Case: Levy vs. Westminster
Case No. 30- 2019- 01063410- CU- OE- CJC
2. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 1): Existing Litigation Case: Edinger v. City of Westminster, et al
Case No. 30- 2019- 01085700- CU- OE- CJC
3. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 2): Anticipated Litigation No. of Cases: one ( 1)
RECESS: Mayor Ta recessed the meeting at 6:42 p.m. from Closed Session.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/Successor Agency to the WestminsterRedevelopmentAgencymeetingreconvenedto OpenSessionat 7:07 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
7: 00 PM
IN- PERSON HYBRID
MayorTa calledthe RegularMeetingofthe CityCouncil/SuccessorAgencyto theWestminster RedevelopmentAgencyMeetingto orderat 7:07 p.m. via In-PersonHybrid, atthe CityCouncil 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
Human Resources Director Jodie Griner
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Interim Community Development Director Debra Kurita
Assistant City Clerk Abigail Y. Alcala
Planning Manager Steve Ratkay
Code Enforcement Manager Vicki Morgan
Administrative Assistant II Tanya Ramirez
Police Commander Ron Weber
Police Commander Alan Iwashita
Information Technology System Supervisor Carl Glaze
Sergeant at Arms Stewart DeJong
Sergeant at Arms Robert Farro
Orange County Fire Authority Battalion Chief Ron
Roberts
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
The Flag Salute was led by Council Member Do.
INVOCATION
The Invocation was conducted by City Attorney Bettenhausen.
CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Bettenhausen stated there was discussion and direction provided for all Closed Session Agenda Items.
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 boards, commissions and committees and announced opening and closing dates of nomination period and late communication for E- Comments and Agenda Item No. 5. 3.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made various announcements regarding the following matters:
National Parks and Recreation Month — Movie Night — Sing 2 on Thursday, July 28, 2022, at the Sunken Gardens.
Tuesday, August 2, 2022, from 5: 00 p. m. — 8:00 p.m. at 16422 Beach Blvd., Westminster Police Department will be hosting National Night Out.
Summer Concert featuring Neon Nation on Thursday, August 4, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. at the Sunken Gardens.
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1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. Presentation of MADD Award to Westminster Police Officer Claire Tran.
City Manager Cordon spoke regarding Mothers Against Drunk Drivers MADD) and highlighted Officer Tran' s accomplishments and commended her for her efforts.
Police Chief Lenyi spoke regarding Officer Tran's accomplishments and congratulated her on her award.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
In- Person
1. Albert Luu spoke regarding the Planning Department denying his case for an additional dwelling unit ( ADU) as the City ordinance and state law are contradictory.
Mayor Ta stated staff would contact him to discuss his concerns.
2. MichaelTildesleyexpressedconcernregardinghomelessnear his property on Benton and adjacent to Walmart property and need for fences. He suggested that inaction by the City could potentially lead to litigation and expressed concern regarding spending money on the Quang Tri Monument when the City does not have money.
Mayor Ta stated that staff will contact him to discuss his concerns.
3. Sau- Van Pham, interpreted by Kiet Huynh, spoke regarding homeless concerns near the Asian Garden Mall area. He expressed that this area is a symbol of the City and would like the City to address his concerns. He asked various questions of the City Council.
4. Hillary Hoang, interpreted by Kiet Huynh, requested the Quang Tri Monument be placed at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park and stated reasons of the importanceof the monumentandthat specificlocation. Shethankedthe City Council, service members in the audience, and those that made the ultimate sacrifice.
5. Mai Nguyen, interpreted by Kiet Huynh, spoke regarding the importance of the Quang Tri Monument and the many sacrifices made by the Vietnamese and American people, and that the monument would serve to honor them and the many who passed and wear the scars of the battle. She requested that the monument be approved to be placed at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park.
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6. John Gentile spoke in support of Measure SS, sales tax, and the negative effects on the Westminster Police Department, including less police officers and services. He requested the City Council place the measure on the ballot.
7. Richard Carrillo echoed comments made previously by Michael Tildesley regarding homeless concerns. He expressed safety concerns.
8. Schaefer Mongokolsilapc echoed previous speakers' comments.
9. Robert L. Harrison spoke regarding costs and liabilities of the Quang Tri Monument and expressed his concerns and stated that he is not in favor of placing the Quang Tri Monument at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park. He is in favor of the Quang Tri Monument to be placed at Westminster Memorial Park or Westminster Park.
10. Conrad Gomez expressed concern regarding the Quang Tri Monument and stated he disagrees with the proposal of placing the monument at Sid Golstein Freedom Park.
11. Tim Hogan requested the sales tax measure be renewed and spoke regarding balancing the budget.
12. Kenny Hoang spoke regarding the history and placement of the Quang Tri Monument and expressed his recent efforts to raise funds for the monument.
He requested the monument be placed at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 8:08 p.m.
13. D'Vorah Mariscal spoke regarding Safety Day and the Queen Nation concert events. She expressed concern regarding the negative impacts of not having the sales tax measure. She spoke regarding a new homeless encampment and expressed concerns regarding the debris and safety. She stated there is no room at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park for the large size of the monument.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 8: 11 p. m.
14. Kim Springer expressed concerns regarding homelessness and slap houses in her neighborhood. She thanked the Westminster Police Department for their efforts against various crimes and requested the sales tax measure be placed on the ballot.
15. Tony Bui expressed concern regarding the monies spent on the June 2022 Ballot Measure C and bankruptcy, and requested the Quang Tri Monument be placed on private property. He stated that letters were collected from people who do not want the Quang Tri monument placed at Tony Lam Park.
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16. Dennis Phelps spoke regarding the significance of the depiction, design and location of the Quang Tri Monument.
17. Terry Rains expressed concern regarding the time spent at the last council meetingdiscussingthe QuangTri Monument, she requestedthe CityCouncil focus on the fiscal emergency, and congratulated Police Officer Tran on her MADD award. She spoke in support of short- term rentals ( Agenda Item No.
5. 1) and of cannabis retail ( Agenda Item No. 5. 2), spoke regarding the posting of the full SWOT analysis ( Agenda Item No. 5. 3), amendment with Placeworks regarding the Westminster Specific Plan ( Agenda Item No. 5. 6), back dated agreement with Cheryl Nault ( Agenda Item No. 5. 7), and the potential location of the Quang Tri Monument, the feasibility study and requested Westminster Memorial Park as the location ( Agenda Item No. 7. 1). She requested the sales tax measure be placed on the ballot.
18. Son Do spoke regarding the representation of the Quang Tri Monument and requested it be placed at a public park, not a cemetery (Westminster Memorial Park).
19. RogerMindrumexpressedconcernregardingthe time spenton the Quang Tri Monument at the last City Council meeting and the City's finances and requested Council focus on City business and protecting City parks.
Vice Mayor Manzo left the dais at 8:41 p.m.
20. Julie Doan spoke regardingthe QuangTri Battle and the many sacrifices made by allies, Americans, and Vietnamese military. She requested the City Council approve the Quang Tri Monument be placed at Freedom Park.
Vice Mayor Manzo returned to the dais at 8:44 p.m.
Mayor Ta left the dais at 8:47 p.m.
Mayor Ta returned to the dais at 8:50 p.m.
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21. Amy Walsh spoke regarding Council demeanor during public comments, asked that Council protect Westminster Parks, and expressed concern regarding the length of time taken discussing the Quang Tri Monument at the previousCityCouncilmeeting. She requestedCouncilfocuson Citybusiness and place the sales tax measure on the ballot.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 9:00 p.m.
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22. Dan Karella spoke regarding the City Council' s fiscal responsibility to the community and requested the sales tax measure be placed on the ballot.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 9:03 p.m.
Council Member Do left the dais at 9:04 p.m.
23. Dao Tran echoed Roger Mindrum comments and stated that the Quang Tri Monument is too large and that he is opposed to placing it at Freedom Park or at other parks and that we need to retain open space.
24. Claudia Steinmetz spoke regarding Quang Tri Monument, recent crime, safety concerns, supports monument being placed at Westminster Memorial Park, and spoke regarding the City' s depleting finances and detrimental effects of the loss of the tax measure and requested the sales tax measure be placed on the ballot.
Council Member Do returned the dais at 9: 14 p. m.
E- Comments
25. Petition signed not to install the Quang Tri Monument at Park West.
26. Conrad Gomez stated opposition of placing the Quang Tri Monument at Freedom Park.
27. Bill Vetter spoke regarding placement of the Quang Tri Monument at Westminster Memorial Park.
28. Tammy Porter asked that the sales tax measure be placed on the ballot.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
ROUTINE MATTERS
3. 1 Treasurer' s Report for June 2022.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed this report.
WARRANT REGISTER
3. 2 ( City Council and Successor Agency) Warrant Registers dated July 6, 2022 through July 20, 2022.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed this report.
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Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, and seconded by Council Member Do 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 Public Hearing - Introduce for First Reading an Ordinance of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Westminster, California, Adopting an Amended Military Equipment Use Policy for the Westminster Police Department.
Police Commander Iwashita gave a brief presentation regarding the adoption of an amended military equipment use policy and responded to inquiries regarding the purchase of the launchers.
City Attorney Bettenhausen explained that once the policy is approved those items may be purchased.
Vice Mayor Manzo asked if residents had any concerns regarding the policy, requested clarification on the lifespan of the launchers and why some items are classified as military equipment.
Police Commander Iwashita stated launchers have a 25- year life span and spoke regarding the legislation and the want for transparency.
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.
1. Amy Walsh thanked the Police Department for clarification regarding the amendments to the policy.
THERE BEING NO ADDITIONAL SPEAKERS, MAYOR TA CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Motion was made by Council Member Nguyen, and seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo to introduce Ordinance No. 2588 for first reading entitled, " AN ORDINANCE
OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN AMENDED MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE POLICY
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FOR THE WESTMINSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT," read by title only and waive further reading.
The motion carried, 5- 0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: TA, MANZO, DO, HO, NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
Vice Mayor Manzo thanked Policy Chief Lenyi, Police Commander lwashita and City Attorney Bettenhausen for going the extra mile of putting this item once again on the agenda.
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Continued from the July 13, 2022 Meeting — Results of Research Related to Short- Term Rental Regulations in Orange County Cities.
City Manager Cordon provided the staff report prepared by Management Analyst Salz, who was unable to attend tonight' s meeting.
Council Member Ho asked how cities began short- term rentals ( STRs) and why they are prohibited like what they do in the City of Anaheim.
City Manager Cordon stated staff would investigate certain cities and their regulations.
Finance Director Backs spoke from the audience and responded to Vice Mayor Manzo' s inquiry on the approximate number of short- term rentals.
Vice Mayor Manzo asked who, how, and type of enforcement. City Manager Cordon responded to his inquiries and explained Code Enforcement staffing concerns, roles, and hours. He inquired about research relating to cost and revenues.
Council Member Ho is concerned with long-term effects, she expressed concern that it may take away Transient Occupancy Tax ( TOT) revenue and concerns of the revenues that would be loss without renewal of Tax Measure, as well as, other financial shortcomings as a result of Covid. Currently do not have infrastructure in place to monitor compliance and the various aspects required for compliance. She spoke on various studies and findings.
Council Member Ho requested to table this item to research further, such as other similar size cities, cannot be compared to other tourist cities such as Anaheim and Huntington Beach.
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Council Member Nguyen expressed concern regarding the City's revenue and the impact of STRs to the city considering issued at other cities with STRs.
CouncilMemberDo expressedreasonshe is in favor of supportingSTRs, to keep families together, to have kitchens, stay together, and generate additional revenue.
He urges approval with condition for staff and like Huntington Beach' s model and increase TOT.
Vice MayorManzostatedthe City Councildoes not havethe abilityor authorityto increase or extend tax, can only allow voters to make that tax decision. He agrees with Council Member Do and requested additional information be gathered and presented at a later date.
Council Member Ho requested additional case studies from staff.
Mayor Ta reminded the City Council that the ban on STRs was due to various concerns such as noise, parking, etc. He stated that no action is required at this time and that staff could continue research.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo and seconded by Council Member Do to direct staff to conduct research to include resources needed to enforce, estimated potential revenue, case studies of other cities similar to Westminster, provide pros and cons, potential issues such as PD resources, staff, noise, enforcement concerns, and to bring this back to the City Council at a future time after August.
The motion carried, 3-0-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MANZO, DO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: TA, NGUYEN
5. 2 Continued from the July 13, 2022 Meeting — Results of Research Related to Commercial Cannabis Regulations in Orange County Cities.
Mayor Ta recused himself from the meeting, due to a potential conflict of interest, as he has property located near the potential property for this Agenda Item.
Mayor Ta was recused and left the dais at 10:24 p.m.
City Manager Cordon presented the staff report prepared by Ryan Salz, Management Analyst, and gave a brief overview of the research results related to commercial cannabis regulations in Orange County.
Council Member Nguyen requested an update on the crime statistics.
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Police Chief Lenyi stated there were no additional responses for crime statistics regarding the Shryne Group.
Vice Mayor Manzo asked if there were crime statistic done for Orange County cities related to cannabis.
Police Chief Lenyi stated no additional research has been conducted.
Vice Mayor Manzo spoke regarding the potential revenue from the cannabis industry and suggested a platform for community input, online surveys and education before action is taken.
City Manager Cordon stated staff can conduct a community survey via online, community outreach, but currently lacking staff and will require an outside consultant to assist in conducting this type of outreach successfully.
Discussion ensued to bring back the item to Council regarding the cost of hiring a firm for in-depth research and outreach and conduct online survey. City Manager Cordon stated she will follow- up to provide quotes, based on various options and bring back in August. Vice Mayor Manzo believes this would be a wise investment due to potential revenue.
Council Member Ho would like consideration to include other survey forms for community members who do not have internet or are not technology savvy. Supports idea of Town Hall type meetings as outreach and may cost less.
City Manager Cordon spoke regarding community outreach and mailing out flyers in the past the cost was approximately $ 12, 000.
Council Member Nguyen requested no action be taken on this matter.
Council Member Do spoke regarding the potential revenue that can be generated from the cannabis industry and spoke in favor of the community outreach.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, and seconded by Council Member Do to have staff bring back to Council regarding the cost of hiring a firm for in-depth research and outreach and conduct online survey.
The motion carried, 4-0- 1-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MANZO, DO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NGUYEN
RECUSE: TA
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Mayor Ta returned to the dais at 10:50 p.m.
5. 3 City of Westminster Three- Year Strategic Plan and Updated Six- Month Objectives.
Motion was made by Council Member Do and seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo to adopt the six- month strategic objectives matrix for June 20, 2022 through December 1, 2022.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: TA, MANZO, DO, HO, NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 4 Revisions to City Council Meeting Schedule for the Remainder of 2022.
Council Member Nguyen asked for clarification regarding the cancellation and adjournments of meetings.
City Manager Cordon explained the technicalities of meeting cancellations.
Motion was made by Council Member Nguyen, and seconded by Mayor Ta to cancel the regular meetings of August 24, November 23, and December 28, 2022; and adjourn the meeting on November 9th to a regular adjourned meeting on November 30.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: TA, MANZO, DO, HO, NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 5 Budget Adjustment for Traffic Signal Maintenance.
Public Works Director Ngo gave a brief staff report regarding the requested budget adjustment.
Motion was made by Council Member Nguyen, and seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo to approve a budget adjustment in the amount of $ 40, 000 to Gas Tax Program - Contractual - Other from the Gas Tax Program - I/ GVT - 1-405 Reimbursement, for Traffic Signal Maintenance.
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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
5. 6 Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Placeworks for As- Needed Professional Planning Service to Support Implementation of the Westminster Mall Specific Plan.
Interim Community Development Director Kurita gave a brief staff report regarding the amendment to the agreement with Placeworks as it relates to the Westminster Mall Specific Plan.
Mayor Ta asked for clarification on the amount approved in 2018 and the amount requested now.
Interim Community Development Kurita spoke regarding the length of the project and the increased amount requested.
Discussion ensued regarding the status, length of time to complete the Westminster Mall Specific Plan, potential reimbursements and amendment information regarding the requested amount.
Council Member Ho expressed concern regarding the decreasing amount in the economic development fund and if monies would still be able in five- years.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 11:09 p. m.
Mayor Ta asked what funds was allocated to the economic development fund.
Finance Director Backs explained that most of the income came from sale of land and most revenue was from reimbursements or interest and there is approximately 6 million in the economic development fund.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 11:11 p.m.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, and seconded by Council Member Ho to authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1, to the professional services agreement with Placeworks to provide as- needed services related to finalizing and implementing the Westminster Mall Specific Plan, in an amount not to exceed $ 450, 000 over the five- year term of the agreement.
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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
5. 7 Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with Cheryl Nault for Technical and Analytical Services.
Motion was made by Council Member Nguyen, and seconded by Council Member Do to authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to the professional services agreement with Cheryl Nault for technical and analytical services in an amount not to exceed $ 150, 000 for the 2022- 23 fiscal year.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: TA, MANZO, DO, HO, NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEMS
There were no legislative items to be presented at this time.
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEMS
7. 1 Continued from the July 13, 2022 Meeting - Feasibility Study for Potential Location of the Quang Tri Monument.
Council Member Nguyen expressed concern regarding Robert Harrison's Quang Tri Committee members' resignation letter.
Vice Mayor Manzo was concerned with the large size of the monument and that it would take away from much needed park space and supports that it be placed at Memorial Park and that it would be a safe and an appropriate location.
Council Member Ho asked Assistant City Manager Ozaeta to explain the permitting and processing procedures, in order to complete the monument.
Assistant City Manager explained the detailed process and timeline of completing the Quang Tri Monument.
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Discussion ensued regarding the options and potential location for the monument on private property, the Civic Center, Sid Goldstein Freedom Park and Westminster Memorial Park.
Motion was made by Council Member Do, and seconded by Council Member Ho to defer the item to the next city council meeting of August 10, 2022.
Council Member Nguyen spoke regarding the size of the monument and the negative impacts to the community of where the monument is placed. He requested staff seek community input for a potential location.
Substitute motion was made by Council Member Nguyen, and seconded by Mayor Ta to have staff look into seeking community input for a potential location of the Quang Tri Monument.
Mayor Ta thanked the Quang Tri Committee for their hard work and input.
Vice Mayor Manzo echoed previous comments.
The substitute motion failed, 2-2- 1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: TA, NGUYEN
NOES: DO, HO
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: MANZO
Motion was made by Council Member Do, and seconded by Council Member Ho to defer the item to the next city council meeting of August 10, 2022.
The original motion passed, 2-0-3, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: DO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: TA, MANZO, NGUYEN
7. 2 Continued from the July 13, 2022 Meeting - Appointments to the Youth Committee for 2022- 2023.
Motion was made by Council Member Ho and seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo to:
A. Reappoint eleven ( 11) current Youth Committee members 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.
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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
8. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL/ AGENCY MEMBERS ( Including AB 1234 Report when required)
Council Member Do thanked staff for their hard work and efforts and spoke regarding the ribbon cutting and new playground at Westminster Park.
Vice Mayor Manzo echoed previous comments and spoke regarding the updated amenities at the park and the importance of allowing residents to vote and the decision Council Member must make at the next meeting relates to the sales tax measure.
Council Member Nguyen thanked Community Services Director Johnson and City staff for community events, spoke regarding the ribbon cutting event at Westminster Park, and requested a update on the incident that happened last week regarding the homeless murder case.
Council Member Ho stated she could not attend the ribbon cutting event for Westminster Park and hopes everyone comes to support Thursday's movie event.
Mayor Ta thanked Council and staff for their hard work and efforts.
9. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Ta adjourned the meeting on July 28, 2022 at 12: 16 a. m.
Next Regular Meeting will be held Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
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