CITY COUNCIL/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA WESTMINSTER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY DECEMBER 14, 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 December 14, 2022 at 7: 48 p. m. in a Regular Session via In- Person Hybrid teleconference/ web conference), City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
CONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency meeting convened to Open Session at 7:48 p.m.
REGULAR SESSION
7: 00 PM
IN- PERSON HYBRID
Mayor Nguyen called the Regular Meeting of the City Council/Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 7:48 p.m. via In-Person Hybrid, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST
COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO
COUNCIL MEMBER KIMBERLY HO
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN 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
Administrative Assistant II Tanya Ramirez
Police Commander Ron Weber
Homeless Liaison Officer Roland Perez
Sergeant at Arms Stewart DeJong
Orange County Fire Authority Battalion Chief Craig
Covey
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
SALUTE TO FLAG: Presentation of Colors by Westminster Police Honor Guard
NATIONAL ANTHEM Rachel Jackson, Westminster Police Department INVOCATION: Orange County Fire Authority Chaplain Devin Chase.
Interim City Clerk, Lucie Colombo
VIETNAMESE INTERFAITH COUNCIL IN AMERICA
Rev. Vincent Hung Pham
Rev. Muc Su, David Doan
Rev. Nguyen Minh Quang
DIEU NGU TEMPLE
Hoa Thu°ang Thich Vien Huy
BICH LIEN INTERNATIONAL BUDDHIST INSTITUTE
IN WESTMINSTER
Dr. Bhikkuni Elizabeth
Bhikkuni Hoa Lien
CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Bettenhausen requested Consent Calendar Agenda Item No. 3.3 be pulled for separate discussion and requested that the City Council add Urgency Agenda Item No. 5.3 related to the sales tax measure. He stated the item arose after the posting of the agenda and could not wait until the next regular council meeting for consideration.
REQUEST TO ADD URGENCY ITEM NO. 5. 3
Urgency Item – Approval of California Department of Tax and Fee Administration Agreements for Implementation of Local Transaction and Use Tax ( TUT– Measure Y Sales Tax).
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo and seconded by Council Member Ho to add Urgency Agenda Item No. 5. 3 – Approval of California Department of Tax and Fee Administration Agreements for Implementation of Local Transaction and Use Tax ( TUT– Measure Y Sales Tax).
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO, HO, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
There were no Ex Parte Communications to be presented at this time.
REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
Interim City Clerk Colombo stated she had nothing to report at this time.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
Interim City Manager Cordon made various announcements regarding the following matters:
Santa on the Go at local Westminster Parks on Saturday, December 17, 2022.
Grocery Gift Card Program currently on hold
Thanked Interim Community Development Director Kurita for her services.
RECOGNITION OF OUTGOING COUNCIL MEMBER
Former Council Member Tai Do was presented with a plaque and farewell comments by the City Council.
Mayor Chi Charlie Nguyen thanked former Council Member Do for his dedication and years of service.
Council Member Manzo thanked Former Council Member Do for his years of service.
Council Member Ho thanked Former Council Member Do for his efforts and years of service.
Council Member Do spoke regarding his four- years of service and thanked members of the City Council and residents.
Senator Janet Nguyen congratulated newly elected Mayor Chi Charlie Nguyen and spoke regarding her support to the City of Westminster. She spoke regarding Former Council Member Do' s years of service and efforts and presented him with a resolution.
Former Council Member Do thanked Senator Nguyen for her leadership and years of service.
Phoung Ly, Representative of Congress Alan Lowenthal, congratulated newly elected City officials and recognized former Council Member Tai Do and former Mayor Tri Ta for their years of service and presented them each with a certificate.
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
CEREMONIAL OATH OF OFFICE
Interim City Clerk Colombo spoke regarding the adoption of resolution which certified the November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election at the last City Council meeting of December 9, 2022.
Mayor Chi Charlie Nguyen was invited to come forward to have the Ceremonial Oath of Office administered. The Oath was administered by Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do, District 1.
Mayor Nguyen thanked and welcomed the residents, thanked his family for their support, spoke regarding the duty and role as Mayor and stated his office hours will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Council Member Amy Phan West, District 1 was next. The Oath of Office was administered by Pastor Mike Jonker, Harvest Orange County Church.
Council MemberWest thanked everyone for their attendance and spoke regarding her priorities as a Council Member.
Council Member NamQuan Nguyen, District 4 followed. The Oath of Office was administered by former State Assemblyman Van Tran,
68th
Assembly District.
Council Member Nguyen thanked his family, friends, and supporters, and spoke regarding his goals and priorities.
Council Member Namquan Nguyen briefly left the dais at 9:05 p.m.
PRESENTATIONS TO NEWLY ELECTED COUNCIL
Sonia Terwiske, representative to Congresswoman Michelle Steel, 45th Congressional District, expressed gratitude to out-going council, and congratulated and expressed best wishes to the newly elected officials.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 9:05 p.m.
State Assemblyman Tri Ta, 70thDistrict, thanked newly elected Council for their dedication and service to the community and presented Mayor Nguyen, Council Member Phan West and Council Member Nguyen with a certificate.
OrangeCountySupervisorAndrewDo, District1, spokeregardingthe City's abilitytofurther expand and create hubs of innovation and economic activity and congratulated the newly elected officials.
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
RECESS
Mayor Nguyen recessed the meeting at 9: 16 p.m. for a celebratory reception with cake and refreshments.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE WESTMINSTER
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING
CALL TO ORDER.
Mayor Nguyen reconvened the City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting at 9:36 p.m.
ROLL CALL MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
PRESENT COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST
COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO
COUNCIL MEMBER KIMBERLY HO
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN
ABSENT: NONE
Interim City Clerk Colombo announced a quorum with all members present.
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. Presentation by Orange County Fire Authority ( OCFA) regarding Lithium- Ion Battery Hazards.
Orange County Battalion Chief Covey gave a presentation and presented a video regarding lithium- ion battery hazards and recommendations.
Council Member Manzo spoke regarding the proper disposal of batteries and his experience with garbage trucks being lit on fire due to the batteries.
Orange County Battalion Chief Covey stated that is a common event when batteries on not properly disposed and all hazard material should be properly disposed.
Council Member Phan West asked for information regarding studies related to safety procedures and preventions techniques and technology.
Orange County Battalion Chief Covey stated he is not aware of any study and suggested purchasing quality products.
Council Member Nguyen requested there be community outreach to educate and raise awareness.
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
City Manager Cordon stated the City is working with OCFA and the Police Department on providing awareness.
Mayor Nguyen thanked Orange County Battalion Chief Covey for his presentation and stated it is important information to be aware of.
Orange County Battalion Chief Covey congratulated newly elected officials.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
In- Person
1. Hung Nguyen requested Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Nguyen resign from their seats.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 10:12 p.m.
2. Camilla Overbeek requested Council Member Phan West unblock individuals to view her profile, spoke regarding the election results and the roles and responsibilities of the City Council and affordable housing.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 10:14 p.m.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 10:14p.m.
3. Kenny Hoang spoke regarding the Quang Tri Monument and requested the Quang Tri Monument be placed on the Agenda.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 10:17 p.m.
4. Mai Nguyen spoke regarding the Quang Tri Monument and requested the Quang Tri Monument be placed on the Agenda at the next City Council meeting and wished everyone good health.
5. Thuy Vo expressed concern regarding the Gift Card Program and only being announced on Vietnamese radio to residents, suggested advertising the program on the City's social media accounts, and spoke regarding council's behavior.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 10:43 p.m.
6. Steve Pho congratulated the newly elected Mayor and council members, spoke regarding Council Member Ho's dedication and service to the City and
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
the community, he requested she remain on the City Council to continue serving
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 10:47 p.m.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 10:49 p.m.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 10:50 p.m.
7. Tony Bui congratulated the newly elected mayor and council members, showed a video of Council Member Ho stating she would resign from the City Council if she was not elected as mayor and requested she resign or be recalled.
8. Son Do congratulated the newly elected officials and requested Council Member Ho remain on the City Council.
9. Amy Mai spoke regarding Council Member Ho's service and dedication to the City and requested Council Member Ho continue to service the community and the residents.
10. Michael Verrengia spoke regarding announcing City events and information to all residents not just a particular demographic, expressed concern regarding the cost associated with the TET parade, and spoke regarding the relocation of the Mayor' s office.
11. Terry Rains congratulated the newly elected mayor and council members, expressed concern regarding two item lines on the warrant register, spoke regarding Mayor Nguyen' s announcement of the grocery program, spoke in opposition of the City hosting the TET Parade and the relocation of the mayor' s office,
12. Raymond Addington stated he would like the City to move forward and in a positive direction.
Council Member Manzo left the dais at 11:19 p.m.
Zoom
13. Roger Mindrum requested the swearing in ceremony be changed for future incoming members of the Council, thanked former Council Member Do for his years of service, and congratulated the newly elected mayor and council members.
Council Member Manzo returned to the dais at 11:21 p. m.
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
14. D'Vorah Mariscal expressed concern regarding City Council meeting overflow setup, costs related to long City Council Meetings and spoke regarding City issues and City Council' s priorities.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 11:27 p.m.
15. Amy Walsh spoke regarding the City' s social media platforms and have productive City Council Meetings.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 11:29 p.m.
E- Comments
16. Hung Nguyen requested Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Nguyen resign from their seats.
CITY COUNCIL REORGANIZATION
SELECTION OF VICE MAYOR
Nomination for the Vice Mayor position was opened.
Council Member Manzo nominated Council Member Ho.
City Attorney Bettenhausen explained the process of nominated a Vice Mayor.
Council Member Phan West nominated Council Member NamQuan Nguyen.
Council Member Manzo stated nomination is not based on personal feelings but experience and spoke regarding the legal process of holding a City Council meeting.
Council Member Phan West spoke regarding having a new City Council and new ideas.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo to appoint Council Member Ho as the Vice Mayor.
The motion failed, 2-3, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MANZO, HO
NOES: N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, C. NGUYEN
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West to appoint Council Member NamQuan Nguyen as the Vice Mayor.
The motion carried, 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, C. NGUYEN
NOES: MANZO, HO
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
WARRANT REGISTER
3. 1 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Registers dated November 17, 2022 through December 7, 2022.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
ORDINANCES ( SECOND READING)
3. 2 Case No. 2019- 201 - Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2592 adopting the Westminster Mall Specific Plan.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2592 entitled, " AN
ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT THE
WESTMINSTER MALL SPECIFIC PLAN ( MIXED- USE RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT)," read by title only and waived further reading.
3. 3 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS MOVED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION.
SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS.)
RESOLUTIONS
3. 4 Resolution Reaffirming Proclamation No. 2020- 01 and Resolution No. 4983, Which Declared the Existence of a Local Emergency.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council adopted Resolution No. 5171 entitled, " A
RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, REAFFIRMING PROCLAMATION NO. 2020- 01 AND RESOLUTION NO. 4983 WHICH DECLARED THE EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY."
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
3. 5 Resolution to Continue Authorizing the Conduct of Remote " Telephonic" Meetings During the State of Emergency.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council adopted Resolution No. 5172 entitled, " A
RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, MAKING THE LEGALLY REQUIRED FINDINGS TO CONTINUE TO AUTHORIZE THE CONDUCT OF REMOTE ` TELEPHONIC' MEETINGS DURING THE STATE OF EMERGENCY."
3. 6 Approve Resolutions Updating Signing and Safekeeping Authority for the City of Westminster and the Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council:
A. Adopted Resolution No. 5173 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR
AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL SIGNATURES ON BEHALF OF THE CITY FOR
SAFEKEEPING CITY PROPERTY AND AUTHORIZING FACSIMILE
SIGNATURES FOR INSTRUMENT OF PAYMENT," and
B. Adopted Resolution No. 61 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE SUCCESSOR
AGENCY TO THE WESTMINSTER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL SIGNATURES ON BEHALF OF THE AGENCY
FOR SAFEKEEPING AGENCY PROPERTY AND AUTHORIZING
FACSIMILE SIGNATURES FOR INSTRUMENT OF PAYMENT."
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, and seconded by Council Member Ho to approve the Consent Calendar, except Item No. 3. 3.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
AGENDA ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION
ORDINANCES ( SECOND READING)
3. 3 Case No. 2022- 0430 - Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2593, Adopting a Zoning Text Amendment for Mixed- Use Zoning; and Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2594, Adopting a Zoning Map Amendment to Rezone Parcels of Land in the General Plan Mixed- Use and Residential Land Use Designations.
City Attorney Bettenhausen explained conflict of interest with three elected officials and drew names to have one City Council Member remain to vote.
Council Member Phan West recused herself at 11:47 p.m.
Council Member Nguyen recused himself at 11:47 p.m.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, and seconded by Council Member Ho to:
A. Adopted Ordinance No. 2593 entitled, " AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR
AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, TO APPROVE A ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT ( CASE NO. 2022- 0430) IN
ORDER TO IMPLEMENT THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE ELEMENT AND HOUSING ELEMENT BY ADDING CHAPTER 17. 260, MIXED- USE ZONES, AND SECTION 17. 250. 035, HOUSING ( H) OVERLAY, TO TITLE 17 OF THE
WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING AN ADDENDUM TO
THE WESTMINSTER GENERAL PLAN FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT," read by title only and waived further reading; and B. Adopted Ordinance No. 2594 entitled, " AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR
AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINTER, CALIFORNIA, TO
AMEND THE OFFICAL CITY OF THE WESTMINSTER ZONING MAP ( CASE NO. 2022- 0430) BY REZONING PARCELS OF LAND DESIGNATED IN THE
GENERAL PLAN AS MIXED- USE TO A MIXED- USE ZONING DISTRICT,
REZONING CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND TO CONTAIN A HOUSING
OVERLAY, REZONING CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND TO BE
CONSISTENT WITH THE RESIDENTIAL LAND USE DESIGNATION IN THE
GENERAL PLAN, AND ADOPTING AN ADDENDUM TO THE
WESTMINSTER GENERAL PLAN FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT, " read by title only and waived further reading.
SECTION INTETIONALLY LEFT BLANK]
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
The motion carried, 3-0-0-0-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
RECUSE: N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 11:50 p.m.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 11:50 p.m.
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS — NONE.
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Request to Create Ad Hoc Committee for 2023 Tet Parade.
Council Member Manzo spoke in opposition of forming an Ad Hoc Committee due to limited staff and additional work.
Council Member Ho echoed previous comments, stated the Ad Hoc Committee would slow down the process and it is not necessary, and requested Council not interfere with the logistics and operations of the parade.
Council Member Phan West spoke in favor of forming the Ad Hoc Committee and stated that staff is more than capable of completing the task.
EXTEND THE MEETING PAST MIDNIGHT
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo and seconded by Mayor Nguyen to extend the meeting past midnight, pursuant to City policy.
Substitute motion was made by Council Member Ho and seconded by Council Member Manzo to extend the meeting past midnight, pursuant to City policy, and only discuss Agenda Item No. 5.3 and move all other items to the next City Council meeting.
The substitute motion failed, 2-3, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MANZO, HO
NOES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo and seconded by Mayor Nguyen to extend the meeting past midnight, pursuant to City policy.
The original motion carried, 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
NOES: MANZO, HO
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 1 Request to Create Ad Hoc Committee for 2023 Tet Parade.
Discussion ensued regarding staff capabilities and time and time constraints with the formation of an Ad Hoc Committee, and the roles and responsibilities of the Ad Hoc Committee.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Nguyen and seconded by Council Member Phan West to appoint Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Phan West to the Ad Hoc Committee for the 2023 Tet Parade.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen and seconded by Council Member Phan West to call for the question.
Council Member Manzo asked for clarification regarding the impediments of staff, residents and City Council reaching out to sponsors and donors and if the Ad Hoc Committee would be different to the current process, roles, and responsibilities.
City Manager Cordon stated there is no difference in the formation of an Ad Hoc Committee.
The motion carried to call for the question, 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
NOES: MANZO, HO
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Nguyen and seconded by Council Member Phan West to appoint Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Phan West to the Ad Hoc Committee for 2023 Tet Parade.
The motion carried, 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
NOES: MANZO, HO
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
5. 2 Request to Consider Options for Relocating the Mayor' s Office.
Council Member Manzo explained previous Council's decision for relocating the Mayor' s office.
Vice Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 12: 20 a. m.
Vice Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 12:23 p.m.
Mayor Nguyen spoke regarding the three options for relocating the Mayor's office and stated option no. 2 addresses Council Member Manzo' s concerns.
Council Member Phan West spoke regarding moving the City forward, expressed concern regarding the Mayor not having an office and being homeless, and spoke in support of moving the Mayor' s office back to City Hall.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 12: 30 a. m.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 12: 31 a. m.
Council Member Manzo stated that the Mayor was never homeless.
Vice Mayor Nguyen spoke regarding the location of the Mayor's office at surrounding Orange County cities.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, and seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen to approve option 2 and direct staff to come back with an ordinance.
City Attorney Bettenhausen stated language would need to be updated and changed on the ordinance related to the location of the Mayor' s office.
Discussion ensued regarding the current temporary location of the Mayor' s office.
The motion carried, 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
NOES: MANZO, HO
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
City Attorney Bettenhausen asked for direction regarding the additional four Council Member offices located in the Council Chambers.
Council Member Ho stated that the additional four Council Member offices were to stay as is.
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
5. 3 Urgency Item — Approval of California Department of Tax and Fee Administration Agreements for Implementation of Local Transaction and Use Tax ( TUT— Measure Y Sales Tax).
Motion was made by Council Member Ho, and seconded by Council Member Manzo to:
A. Approve Resolution No. 5174 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR
AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH
THE CALIFORNIA DEPARMENT OF TAX FEE ADMINISTRATION FOR
IMPLEMENTATION OF A LOCAL TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAX," in a form approved by the City Attorney; and
B. Adopt Resolution No. 5175 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING THE EXAMINATION OF SALES OR TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAXES RECORDS," in order to proceed with implementation of Ordinance No. 2589, enacting Measure Y as approved by Westminster voters; and
C. Authorize a budget increase to the General Fund for $ 175, 000 account Finance — Contractual in order to pay the California Department of Fee and Tax Administration for preparatory costs for implementing the transaction and use tax.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEMS — NONE.
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEMS — NONE.
SECTION INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK]
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
8. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL/ AGENCY MEMBERS ( Including AB 1234 Report when required)
Council Member Manzo congratulated the newly elected Mayor and City Council Members, spoke regarding the tree lighting event, thanked staff for a successful holiday breakfast and thanked Interim Community Development Director Kurita for her dedication and service, and spoke regarding dais etiquette.
Council Member Phan West spoke regarding the unitedness of the Westminster community and stated she looked forward to working with the City Council, staff, and the community.
Vice Mayor Nguyen expressed concern regarding the lengthiness of City Council meetings and recommended an adjustment to the commencement and ending of City Council meetings.
Vice Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 12: 58 a. m.
Council Member Ho congratulated the newly elected City Council Members, spoke regarding the length of City Council meetings, thanked Interim Community Development Director Kurita for her service and dedication to the City, and requested the Quang Tri Monument be placed on the agenda to reconsider the location and design. She stated she will not be resigning and wished everyone Happy Holidays.
Vice Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 1: 00 a. m.
Mayor Nguyen spoke regarding Council working together and moving the City forward and thanked staff for their hard work and efforts.
9. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Nguyen adjourned the meeting on December 15, 2022 at 1: 03 a. m.
SECTION INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK]
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
The Regular Meeting of the City Council of December 28, 2022 has been cancelled.
Next Regular Meeting will be held Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted:
SA
Abt• :
Y. ' I ala
Ass'. = nt ity Clerk
APPROVED: ,
J
ri harlie g;' - n
Mayor/ Chair
ATTEST:
411110
Lucie Colombo, CMC, CPMC
Interim City Clerk
SECTION INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK]
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2022
PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK]