CITY COUNCIL/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA WESTMINSTER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FEBRUARY 8, 2023
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 February 8, 2023 at 5: 33 p. m. in a Closed Session via In- Person Hybrid teleconference/ web conference), City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
CLOSED SESSION
5: 30 P. M.
IN- PERSON HYBRID
CALL TO ORDER
MayorNguyencalledthe ClosedSessionMeetingof the CityCouncil/SuccessorAgencyto the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 5:33 p.m. via In-Person Hybrid, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
PRESENT: VICE MAYOR NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1
COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
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 spoke regarding the potential litigation agenda item description.
City Attorney Bettenhausen stated that 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.
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The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 5:39 p.m. for the following purpose:
1. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 2): Potential Litigation No. of Case( s): Two ( 2)
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the meeting at 6:45 p.m. from Closed Session.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency meeting reconvened to Open Session at 7:05 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
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 7:05 p.m. via In-Person Hybrid, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
PRESENT: VICE MAYOR NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1
COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
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
Assistant City Clerk Abigail Y. Alcala
Housing Specialist Michael Son
Administrative Assistant II Tanya Ramirez
Police Commander Ron Weber
Sergeant at Arms Claire Tran
Sergeant at Arms Raymond Dam
Homeless Liaison Roland Perez
Orange County Fire Authority Battalion Chief Craig
Covey
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SALUTE TO THE FLAG
The Flag Salute was led by Council Member Manzo.
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 Closed Session Agenda Item.
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
There were no Ex Parte Communications to be presented at this time.
REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
Interim City Clerk Colombo stated there were minor corrections on the minutes that were fixed and invited residents to apply to the City's Commissions, Boards and Committees and completing application on the City' s website.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made various announcements regarding the following matters:
The Police Department' s Honor Guard was invited to perform at the Collegiate Bowl prior to kick off on Saturday, January 28th. The Collegiate Bowl was played at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, the game was televised on ESPN and our Honor Guard was very professional in the way they represented our city and Police Department.
This Friday — February 10th from 10am — 2pm in the Community Services Building located at 8200 Westminster Blvd., we will be hosting an intake day to distribute gift cards for the Westminster First Grocery Assistance Program.
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS — NONE.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Nguyen requested that members of the public be respectful and refrain from using profanity. He asked the City Clerk how many individuals had submitted speaker cards.
Interim City Clerk Colombo stated a total of 12 speakers in person and three on zoom.
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REDUCE ORAL COMMUNICATION TIME
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen and seconded by Council Member Phan West to reduce oral communication time from five minutes to three minutes.
Council Member Ho stated the number of current speakers was not sufficient to reduce oral communication time.
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
In- Person
1. Nguyen Hung apologized for his harsh words at the January 25, 2023 City Council meeting and spoke regarding Mayor Nguyen and Vice Mayor Nguyen' s behavior and requested they resign from their position.
2. Tom Lam expressed concern regarding Agenda Item No. 5.5 and Agenda Item No. 5. 6, and Vice Mayor Nguyen' s appointment as Vice Mayor, he spoke regarding Vice Mayor Nguyen' s behavior and demeanor.
Council Member Ho stated there were not enough speakers to reduce time for oral communications.
3. Candy Dang expressed concern regarding elected official time away from the dais during oral communications, spoke regarding Vice Mayor Nguyen' s YouTube Channel, and requested Mayor Nguyen, Vice Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Phan West resign from their positions.
4. Michael Verrengia thanked Council Member Manzo and Council Member Ho for protecting residents first amendment rights, expressed concern regarding Council Member Phan West' s comments at the last City Council Meeting, and spoke in opposition of rescinding the censure resolutions ( Agenda Item Nos.
5. 5 and 5. 6).
5. Kim Springer spoke regarding Council Member Phan West' s passion for the Vietnamese community and asked if she could express that passion for District 1 and meet to discuss ideas and plan for the area. She expressed concern regarding the homeless in District 1 and requested Council come together to make the City vibrant again.
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6. Daniel Tran expressed concern regarding comments and allegations made related to City Council Members at previous City Council meetings.
7. Tony Luong spoke regarding previous speaker who made comments and accusations relating to Vice Mayor Nguyen.
8. Tony Bui spoke regardingelectedofficial beingcriticizedduringCity Council meeting and requested Council Member Ho resign as she has stated in an interview she had.
Vice Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 8:02 p.m.
9. Ly Nguyen spoke regarding Vietnamese immigrants, questioned what Council Member Phan West, Mayor Nguyen and Vice Mayor Nguyen have done as elected officials.
Vice Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 8:06 p.m.
10. Terry Rains spoke regarding a Westminster Community Foundation (Agenda Item No. 5. 2), questioned the budget appropriation, and provided suggestions Agenda Item No. 5. 4), spoke in opposition of resolutions to rescind Resolution No. 5087 and Resolution No. 5100 ( Agenda Item Nos 5. 5 and 5. 6), spoke regarding the Strategic Plan meeting and unsigned code of ethics, and conduct by City Council Member and expressed concern regarding the lack of decorum and civility at the last City Council meeting.
11. Mike Truong expressed concern regarding Vice Mayor Nguyen's behavior towards him and the use of profane language.
Council Member Manzo left the dais at 8:20 p.m.
Vice Mayor Nguyen thanked residents for their thoughts and feedback and stated misinformation is not acceptable.
Council Member Manzo returned to the dais at 8:25 p.m.
Council Member Ho expressed concern with Vice Mayor Nguyen' s speech of intimidation.
Council Member Manzo expressed concern regarding elected official behavior and requested they act professional.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 8:30 p.m.
12. Thu Thuy Nguyen requested that members of public allow the newly elected officials time to adjust and spoke regarding an incident at the TET Parade.
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Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 8:32 p.m.
13. Nhat Linh expressed concern regarding Council Member Ho's representation of her district and Council Member Ho's involvement with the Quang Tri Monument and the formation of the Quang Tri Committee.
Council Member Ho denounced the previous speaker' s fake news.
14. Anh Kiet Huynh spoke regarding denouncing fake news.
15. Dom Le spoke regarding the meeting of December 14, 2022 reorganization for the newly elected officials and stated Council Member Ho has yet to date not congratulated the newly elected officials. He spoke regarding Council Member Ho's expenditure and conspiracy for the November 2022 election.
Council Member Ho stated she did congratulate the newly elected officials at the December 14, 2022 meeting.
16. Khai Dao Viet Youth Media spoke regarding the City Council being public servants, and length and decorum of City Council meetings.
17. D' Vorah Mariscal stated she was sadden by residents' mudslinging and requested the accusations stop and residents speak English if they are able to. She thanked Council Member Ho and Council Member Manzo' s vote on the reduction of oral communication time and expressed concern regarding financial stability, homelessness and the future of the City.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 9:02 p.m.
18. Thuy Vo expressed concern regarding Vice Mayor Nguyen' s past and his behavior, spoke regarding Monterey Park shooting and safety concerns.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 9:04 p.m.
Vice Mayor Nguyen expressed concern with the lies spread and denounced the previous speakers' comments.
Zoom
1. Claudia Steinmetz expressed concern regarding elected officials' comments and safety concerns, spoke regarding Resolution No. 5103 denouncing fake news and volunteer work in the City, and wished everyone a ` Happy Black History Month.'
Vice Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 9: 11 p. m.
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2. Roger Mindrum expressed concern regarding decorum, comments and professionalism during City Council meetings, spoke in support of additional police officers but suggested the matter be considered during the next fiscal year ( Agenda Item No. 5. 4), spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5. 5 and Agenda Item No. 5. 6.
3. Amy Walsh spoke regarding moving the City forward and respect.
4. Camilla Overbeek expressed concern regarding Vice Mayor Nguyen' s comment during oral communications, spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No.
5.5 and questioned the placement of the item on the Agenda by the Mayor Agenda Item No. 5. 6), and wished everyone a ' Happy Black History Month.' Vice Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 9:19p.m.
5. Tammy Hammell expressed concern regarding City Council members and requested the City move forward.
E- Comments
Available on the City website.
REQUEST TO MOVE AGENDA ITEMS OUT- OF ORDER
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West and seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen to move Agenda Item Nos. 5. 2 through 5. 6 out- of- order, prior to Public Hearings.
CONTINUE THE ORDINARY ORDER OF BUSINESS
Substitute Motion was made by Council Member Ho and seconded by Council Member Manzo to continue the ordinary order of business.
The motion failed, 2-3, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MANZO, HO
NOES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
REQUEST TO MOVE AGENDA ITEMS OUT- OF ORDER
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Original motion was made by Council Member Phan West and seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen to move Agenda Item Nos. 5. 2 through 5. 6 out of order, prior to Public Hearings.
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
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
MINUTES
3. 1 Minutes of the City Council and the Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the minutes as presented for the dates listed below:
A. November 30, 2022 - Adjourned Regular Meeting ( Closed Session and Regular Session); and
B. January 25, 2023 - Regular Meeting ( Closed Session and Regular Session).
WARRANT REGISTER
3. 2 ( City Council and Successor Agency) Warrant Registers dated January 19, 2023 through February 1, 2023.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed this report.
PROCLAMATIONS
3. 3 Approval of Proclamation( s).
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the following proclamations( s):
A. Proclamation — Black History Month — February 2023.
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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. 5182 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."
3. 5 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS MOVED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION.
SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS.)
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo and seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen to approve the consent calendar, as amended, except Agenda Item No. 3. 5.
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
AGENDA ITEM( S) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE
DISCUSSION
3. 5 Resolution to Continue Authorizing the Conduct of Remote " Telephonic" Meetings During the State of Emergency.
Vice Mayor Nguyen stated COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted and requested City Council meetings return back to normal.
Council Member Manzo requested clarification regarding funding related to the local emergency due to COVID- 19.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta responded that funding is associated with Agenda Item No. 3.4, the resolution relating to the local emergency due to COVID-19.
City Attorney Bettenhausen stated the local emergency would terminate on February 28, 2023.
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Motion was made by Vice Mayor Nguyen and seconded by Council Member Phan West to deny the adoption of a Resolution 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."
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
AGENDA ITEM( S) TAKE OUT- OF- ORDER
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 2 Request to Establish a Westminster Non- Profit Community Foundation.
Council Member Phan West spoke regarding the success of the TET Parade and the beneficial aspects of a Non- Profit Foundation and stated an Ad Hoc committee be created.
Vice Mayor Nguyen spoke regarding the success of the TET Parade and nominated Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Phan West to be part of the Ad Hoc Committee for the creation of the Non- Profit Foundation.
Council Member Manzo requested the item be tabled until further information has been acquired.
City Attorney Bettenhausen spoke regarding the formation of the Non- Profit, the first steps of the process, the purpose of the foundation, and defining the board.
Council Member Ho requested additional information be provided regarding the Non- Profit and spoke regarding having other important City matters to address and requested the item be tabled.
Mayor Nguyen asked if the City has ever looked into forming a Non- Profit Foundation City Attorney Bettenhausen stated in the past there has been formations of Non- Profits such as the Senior Center and involvement with the Rose Center.
Council Member Manzo requested other City non- profit foundations parameters be presented to the City Council.
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Council Member Phan West stated the purpose of the item is to offset the financial burden from the City and improve the community.
Discussion ensued regarding the purpose and formation process of a non- profit foundation, risk and benefits analysis of the TET Parade, formation of an Ad Hoc Committee and surrounding cities non- profit foundations.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, and seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen to direct staff to establish a non-profit Westminster Community Foundation and start the formation process.
Council Member Manzo expressed concerned regarding the verbiage of the motion.
City Attorney Bettenhausen stated no documents will be filed with the State until direction from the City Council.
Discussion ensued regarding the process of forming a non-profit foundation and bringing back the item with additional information.
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
5. 3 Update on Central Cities Navigation Center and Efforts to Address Homelessness.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta gave a presentation regarding the update on the Central Cities Navigation Center.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 10:13 p.m.
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 10:13p.m.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 10:15 p.m.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 10:17p.m.
Police Chief Lenyi spoke regarding the homeless statistics and collaboration efforts with the BeWell organization and the Community Preservation Unit ( CPU).
Council Member Manzo asked whether the Public Works Department could assist in addressing homeless issues.
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Public Works Director/ City Engineer Ngo stated the department has currently been assisting in some efforts.
Council Member Phan West shared a ride- along success story she experienced.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, and seconded by Council Member Manzo to receive and file the report.
Vice Mayor Nguyen asked if rental assistance is currently available for the homeless through Community Services and Recreation Department.
Community Services and Recreation Director Johnson responded and spoke regarding funds, vouchers, resources, and programs available through the Community Services and Recreation Department.
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
AGENDA ITEM( S) TAKEN OUT- OF- ORDER
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
4. 1 Public Hearing - Consideration of the City of Westminster' s Housing and Community Development Needs in Preparation of the Fiscal Year 2023- 2024 Annual Action Plan.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Mayor and City Council receive and file comments regarding the City' s housing and community development needs in preparation of the Fiscal Year 2023- 2024 Annual Action Plan.
REQUEST TO CONTINUE PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA ITEM NO. 4. 1 Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, and seconded by Mayor Nguyen to continue Agenda Item No. 4. 1 to the next City Council meeting, February 22, 2023.
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
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5. 4 Request to Increase to Police Staffing Level to Address Homeless- Related Issues in FY 2022- 2023, and to Form an Ad Hoc Committee Concerning Homeless Issues.
Council Member Phan West spoke regarding the need to address homeless-related issues.
Council Member Manzo asked if the hiring process has changed and expressed concerned regarding the City' s limitations related to funding. He questioned if this position has been budgeted.
Vice Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 10:37 p.m.
Police Chief Lenyi explained the current hiring process of the Homeless Liaison Officers (HLO) and spoke regarding the process of budgeting for this position.
Vice Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 10:40 p.m.
Council Member Ho asked for the current number of officers and stated she wished the number was higher.
Police Chief Lenyi spoke regarding trainees in the academy and field strength and stated the Police Department's current numbers are approximately 78.
Discussion ensued regarding staffing issues, fiscal impact, and budget concerns.
Vice Mayor Nguyen recommended hiring a bilingual officer and asked for the percentage of homeless involved in criminal activity.
Police Chief Lenyi stated he does not have those statistics, but there is a level of criminal activity amongst any population.
Mayor Nguyen spoke in support of additional police officers to the Homeless Liaison Officer team.
Council Member Manzo requested to be part of the Ad Hoc Committee.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, and seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen to:
A. Approve the addition of two ( 2) full- time Level II Police Officers to the Homeless Liaison Officer team for the total cost of $ 332, 430 in Fiscal Year 2022- 2023; and
B. Establish an ad hoc committee comprised of Council Member Phan West and Vice Mayor Nguyen on homeless- related issues.
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Council Member Manzo requested the items be done in two separate votes/ actions.
Mayor Nguyen stated there was no substitute motion made, therefore, requested the City Council vote on the current motion.
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
5. 5 Consider Adoption of a Resolution to Rescind Resolution No. 5087, Which Previously Censured Former Vice Mayor Chi Charlie Nguyen.
Council Member Phan West expressed concern regarding censuring elected official.
Vice Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 11:04 p.m.
Council Member Manzo spoke regarding the difference of censor and censure and commented on moving the City forward.
City Attorney Bettenhausen explained censoring and censuring.
Vice Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 11:08 p.m.
Council Member Ho expressed concern regarding resurrecting this item and spoke regarding moving the City forward.
Vice Mayor Nguyen spoke in opposition of censoring elected officials and spoke regarding correcting the past.
Mayor Nguyen spoke regarding censoring.
Council Member Phan West stated there cannot be an abuse of power by censuring elected officials.
Motion was made by Council member Phan West, and seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen to adopt of Resolution No. 5183 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR
AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 5087, WHICH PREVIOUSLY CENSURED FORMER VICE MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN."
Vice Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 11:14 p.m.
Vice Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 11:15 p.m.
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CouncilMemberManzorequestedthe CityCounciluse properterminologybetween censor and censure.
The motion carried, 3-1-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
NOES: HO
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: MANZO
5. 6 Consider Adoption of a Resolution to Rescind Resolution No. 5100, Which Previously Censured Former Mayor Tri Ta.
Mayor Nguyen stated Resolution No. 5184 was solely voted on and approved based on political reasons.
Council Member Phan West stated the City Council should not abuse their power by censuring anyone or for political gain and spoke regarding moving the City forward.
Council Member Manzo asked the City Attorney for clarification on the Mayor's authority for placing items on agenda.
City Attorney Bettenhausen clarified the Mayor' s authority and Council Members authority to place items on the agenda and spoke regarding the policy for placement of item( s) on the agenda.
Discussion ensued regarding the policy and process for placement of items on the agenda.
Council Member Ho stated bringing this item forward is a waste of the City Council and City' s time.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, and seconded by Council Member Phan West to adopt Resolution No. 5184 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 5100, WHICH PREVIOUSLY CENSURED FORMER MAYOR TRI TA."
The motion carried, 3-0-0-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: MANZO, HO
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Council Member Ho asked if Mayor Nguyen was supposed to recuse himself one Agenda Item No. 5. 5, since it involves him; she stated it was not ethical and asked how it was legal.
City Attorney Bettenhausen stated there is no financial interest associated with the item, however it did affect Mayor Nguyen.
Vice Mayor Nguyen stated that the agenda item had already been voted and requested the City Council not waste time.
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
4. 1 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS MOVED OUT- OF- ORDER AND CONTINUED.
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Approve Increase of Purchase Order to Aqua- Metric Sales Company for the Purchase of Sensus Water Meters and Repair Parts for
3/
4", 1", and 2" Water
Meters, and Large Meters ( 3" thru 6") for Fiscal Year 2022- 2023.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, and seconded by Council Member Phan West to approve the increase to the existing Purchase Order with Aqua- Metric Sales Company in the amount of$ 150, 000 for the purchase of Sensus Water Meters and Parts for Fiscal Year 2022- 2023.
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.
8. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL/ AGENCY MEMBERS ( Including AB 1234 Report when required)
Council Member Phan West spoke regarding her attendance and training at the Orange County Mosquito Vector Control meeting and reported regarding the League of California Cities Conference.
Council Member Manzo spoke regarding his attendance at the League of California Cities Conference and AB 1234 and AB1661 trainings. He reported his attendance at Senator Nguyen' s event in Huntington Beach where a resolution passed regarding an unveiling of Officer Nicholas Vella Memorial Highway along PCH. He spoke
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regarding role and duties of a Police Officer and thanked everyone for their participation, hard work, and efforts.
Council Member Ho spoke regarding her attendance at the League of California CitiesConferenceandAB 1234andAB1661trainings. Shespokeregardingoral communication speaker Tony Bui's comments and explained why she did not step down from the City Council.
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 11:48 p.m.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 11:49 p.m.
City Attorney Bettenhausenexplainedwhat brief responsesshouldbe during City Council meetings by City Council members.
EXTEND THE MEETING PAST MIDNIGHT
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen and seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen to extend the meeting past midnight until 12: 10 p. m., pursuant to City policy.
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
Vice Mayor Nguyen spoke regarding his attendance at the League of California Cities Conference and AB 1234 and AB1661 trainings. He spoke regarding verbal attacks during oral communications.
Mayor Nguyen spoke regarding his attendance at the League of California Cities Conference and AB 1234 and AB1661 trainings. He stated he valued the communities' comments.
9. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT:
There beingno further businessto discuss, MayorNguyenadjournedthe meeting on February 9, 2023 at 12:06 a.m.
NextRegularMeetingwill be heldWednesday, February22, 2023at 7:00 p.m.
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