CITY COUNCIL/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA WESTMINSTER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FEBRUARY 22, 2023
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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 February 22, 2023, at 5: 30 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 5:32 p.m. via In-Person Hybrid, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
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 ( arrived at 5: 34 p. m.)
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 regarding the City's financial situation and the importance of having qualified staff and requested Closed Session Item No. 1 be held off. She asked the Council to find a solution to the City's finances and expressed concern regarding Closed Session Item No. 2.
2. Terry Rains spoke regarding matters listed on closed session items, closed session discussion, potential litigations, agenda item descriptions and disclosure.
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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.
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 5:41 p.m. for the following purpose:
1. Conference with Labor Negotiators pursuant to
Government Code Section 54957 and 54957. 6
Designated Representative: Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Jodie Griner.
Employee Organizations: Westminster Police Officers' Association ( WPOA); Westminster Municipal Employees' Association ( WMEA); Management, Administrative and Confidential Employees; and Executive Employees.
2. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Section 54956. 9( d)( 2): One Case RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the meeting at 6:58 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 7:00 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 7:08 p.m. via In-Person Hybrid, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
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
Deputy City Attorney Keith Collins
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
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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 and Risk Manager Director Jodie
Griner
Assistant City Clerk Abigail Y. Alcala
Housing Specialist Michael Son
Administrative Assistant II Tanya Ramirez
Police Commander Alan lwashita
Police Commander Ron Weber
Sergeant at Arms Claire Tran
Orange County Fire Authority Battalion Chief Craig
Covey
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
The Flag Salute was led by Council Member Ho.
INVOCATION
The Invocation was conducted by Council Member Phan West.
CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Bettenhausen stated there was discussion and direction provided for the items listed on the Closed Session agenda.
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
There were no Ex Parte Communications presented.
REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
Interim City Clerk Colombo stated this would be the last meeting via Zoom and announced new start time for City Council meetings and allotted time for oral communications. She thanked residents who have submitted applications to vacant Commissions, Boards and Committees and announced the applications deadline.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made various announcements regarding the following matters:
Announced passing of Orange County Fire Authority Battalion Chief Ron Roberts
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Police Department Honor Guard was asked to participate in Opening Day Ceremonies for the Challenger League Baseball League on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at the Westminster Park.
Announced Grocery Assistance Program Distribution and thanked Mayor Nguyen and City Council for their support
Announced Finance Department Receipt of a Financial Reporting Award Mayor Nguyen spoke in memory of Orange County Fire Chief Roberts and thanked the volunteers for their participation and assistance in the Grocery Assistance Program.
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS — NONE.
REDUCE ORAL COMMUNICATION TIME
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to reduce oral communication time from five minutes to three minutes per speaker.
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
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
In- Person
1. Nguyen Hung spoke in opposition of the City organizing the TET Parade Agenda Item No. 5. 5) and requested Mayor Nguyen and Vice Mayor Nguyen to resign from their positions.
2. D' Vorah Mariscal congratulated the Police Department for the clean- ups throughout the City; spoke regarding other cities City Council meetings and elected official conduct; spoke regarding the cost of the TET Parade; and expressed concern regarding the reduction of time for oral communication.
3. Hanh Pham commended City staff, Mayor Nguyen, and Council Member Phan West on a well put together TET Parade and thanked Mayor Nguyen, Vice Mayor Nguyen, and Council Member Phan West for all their good deeds to residents. She requested the City Council to assist in housing needs, healthcare for senior citizens, and low- income residents and to remove the resolution denouncing fake news.
4. Doan Phuong expressed concern regarding Council conduct during City Council meetings and hopes the City can move forward.
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5. Michael Verrengia spoke regarding the placement of Agenda Item No. 5.4 and expressed concern regarding the City organizing the TET Parade due to the City' s financial situation ( Agenda Item No. 5. 5). He spoke regarding a letter sent by Vice Mayor Nguyen to a developer for not flying the South Vietnam flag and expressed concern with Council Member Phan West' s use of the City seal and the reduction of time for oral communication.
6. Hue Doametto spoke regarding individual comments made during City Council meetings, questioned why Council Member Ho has not resigned, and requested the City Council to respect resident' s freedom of speech and practice honest and positive speech.
7. Gigi Vo expressed concern regarding Council Member Manzo and Council Member Ho' s comments, conduct, and actions as elected officials.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 7:56 p.m.
8. Duc Van spoke regarding comments made by Nguyen Hung and congratulated Mayor Nguyen and Vice Mayor Nguyen.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 8:00 p.m.
9. Tony Bui thanked City staff for their assistance and spoke regarding Council Member Ho' s comments of resigning.
10. Ly Nguyen expressed concern regarding elected official's ethics and morality and spoke regarding South Vietnam and communism.
11. Terry Rains spoke regarding social media practices ( Agenda Item No. 5. 1), three- year strategic plan and updated six- month objectives ( Agenda Item No.
5. 2), and violation of process for placement of agenda items ( Agenda Item No.
5. 4). She spoke in support of having the TET Parade as a City-sanctioned event and expressed concern regarding cost related to the TET Parade Agenda Item No. 5. 5), stated Vice Mayor Nguyen' s comments at the previous City Council meetings were inappropriate, and spoke regarding intimidation under color of authority and City Council conduct.
12. Kiet Huynh spoke regarding Council Members comments and conduct during City Council meetings and requested peace be brought to the City.
13. Camilla Overbeek requested Zoom meeting continuance, expressed concern regarding Council Member Phan West' s and Vice Mayor Nguyen' s conduct during City Council meetings and violation of the City' s Code of Ethics, spoke regarding social media use by elected officials and lack of decorum, and closed with concern regarding the continuing and moving agenda items out of order.
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14. Nhat Linh expressed concern regarding comments made related to ancestors and gang of three as they cause divisiveness and destroy the City.
15. Khai Dao spoke regarding the reduction of time for oral communication, a Brown Act violation, and submitting evidence of personal threats.
Vice Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 8:34 p.m.
16. Mai An spoke regarding Nguyen Hung's efforts to undermine the community.
17. Don Le made comments regarding Council Member Ho.
Vice Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 8:46 p.m.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 8:46 p. m.
18. Son Tran spoke regarding comments made regarding Vice Mayor Nguyen at a prior City Council meeting and expressed concern regarding comments made by Vice Mayor Nguyen on his Youtube channel and requested he remove the video.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 8:51 p.m.
19. Thuy Vo expressed concern regarding Vice Mayor Nguyen' s YouTube channel and his comments made towards her family. She requested an official response regarding Vice Mayor Nguyen' s possession of weapons as it is related to his court documents.
20. Tru Thuy Vo thanked the City Council for the TET Parade and spoke on comments made regarding Council Member Ho.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 9:09 p.m.
21. Chinh Dinh spoke regarding negative comments made towards Council Members, and requested everyone to work together and make the City a better place.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 9: 12 p.m.
22. Tony Le congratulated Mayor Nguyen, Vice Mayor Nguyen, and Council Member Phan West.
23. Roger Mindrum requested an item be placed on the agenda regarding ordinances related to the City seal and the Code of Conduct and Ethics. He spoke regarding Vice Mayor Nguyen' s comments made on his YouTube
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channel and expressed concern regarding side conversations made between City Attorney Bettenhausen and Council Member Phan West.
Vice Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 9:20 p.m.
Zoom
1. Amy Walsh requested Council Members be removed for inappropriate conduct and behavior.
Vice Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 9:22 p.m.
2. Dao Tran expressed concern regarding Nguyen Hung' s and Terry Rains' comments, congratulated City staff, Mayor Nguyen, Vice Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Phan West on the TET Parade and the Grocery Assistance Program.
E- Comments
Available on the City website.
Following oral communications, Council Member Phan West thanked residents for their comments and concerns.
REQUEST TO MOVE AGENDA ITEM NOS 4. 1 AND 5. 1 OUT- OF- ORDER Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to move Agenda Item Nos. 4. 1 and 5. 1 out of order and prior to the Consent Calendar.
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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4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
4. 1 Continued from February 8, 2023 Meeting - 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.
Housing Specialist Son gave a presentation regarding the City's housing and community development needs in preparation of the Fiscal Year 2023- 2024 Annual Action Plan.
Council Member Phan West asked for clarification regarding requirements for grants.
Housing Specialist Son clarified federal funds and stated he would gather details from consultants regarding specific requirements for grants.
Council Member Manzo asked questions related to the Community Survey and workshop held, past practices related to meeting the needs in preparation the budget and associated administrative fees.
Housing Specialist Son spoke regarding the process and the upcoming 2024 schedules for Community surveys and workshops and federal spending caps.
Public Works Director/ City Engineer Ngo explained the usage monies and fees as it related to Street Improvement projects.
Council Member Ho asked for clarification regarding funding received compared to prior years, requested some funds be allocated to affordable housing, and questioned whether the City has initiated any project or construction for affordable housing.
Housing Specialist Son spoke regarding the fluctuation of funding, request for project proposal related to an affordable housing project and CDBG, HOME and ARPA funds allocations.
Vice Mayor Nguyen questioned whether this item is related to the State requirement of building 9, 000 units in the next nine years.
Housing Specialist Son stated this does pertain to the State requirement to meet RHNA numbers.
MAYOR NGUYEN OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
MAYOR NGUYEN ASKED IF THERE WERE ANY SPEAKERS WISHING TO SPEAK IN FAVOR OR IN OPPOSITION TO THE ITEM.
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In- Person
1. Terry Rains expressed concern regarding the continuation of the item at the last City Council meeting and the submittals of proposals and spoke regarding the allocation of funds and restriction on funds.
THERE BEING NO ADDITIONAL SPEAKERS, MAYOR NGUYEN CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Council Member Manzo spoke regarding the affordable housing allocated fund of $7 million.
Council Member Ho spoke regarding the affordable housing allocated fund of $ 7 million.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to receive and file comments regarding the City' s housing and community development needs in preparation of the Fiscal Year 2023- 2024 Annual Action Plan.
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
Council Member Phan West requested a report on Federal funding requirements.
City Manager Cordon clarified Federal funding requirements.
Housing Specialist Son stated he would provide a report of CDBG and HOME eligible activities.
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Presentation on Social Media Best Practices for City Officials.
Deputy City Attorney Collins gave a presentation regarding social media best practices for City officials.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 10:15 p.m.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 10:16 p.m.
Council Member Phan West thanked Deputy City Attorney Collins for his presentation.
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Council Member Manzo thanked Deputy City Attorney Collins for his presentation and asked for clarification regarding postings of City events on a personal social media page and an official social media page.
Deputy City Attorney Collins explained the content of a personal social media page versus an official social media page.
Discussion ensued regarding the use of a personal social media platform for City related events.
Vice Mayor Nguyen thanked Deputy City Attorney Collins for his presentation.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to receive and file the presentation on best practices for social media use by City Officials.
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
REQUEST TO MOVE AGENDA ITEM NO 5. 4 OUT- OF- ORDER
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen, to move Agenda Item No 5. 4 out of order and prior to the Consent Calendar.
The motion carried, 4- 1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: HO
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 4 Revision to Process for Placement of Agenda Items.
City Manager Cordon spoke regarding the revision of the policy and asked for clarification regarding the Mayor' s authority to place an item on the agenda.
Council Member Phan West spoke in support of having two members of the City Council to place an item on the agenda and the Mayor having sole authority to place an item on the agenda.
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Council Member Manzo spoke regarding reverting to the old policy regarding the process for placement of agenda items.
Council Member Ho stated what works best is the ability to solely place an item on the agenda.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to allow the Mayor to have sole authority to place an item on the agenda, requests must be made two Thursdays prior to the scheduled City Council Meeting to coincide with the staff calendar, the Mayor retains control of the item and when it will be placed on the agenda, reasonable time shall be given to staff to allow for preparation of the staff report. If the item is presented at a public meeting and fails, there is a six- month cooling period where the item cannot be requested again, unless there is an urgency as determined by the City Manager or majority vote of the City Council, as a result of new information, legislation, litigation, or 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
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. January 11, 2023 - Regular Meeting ( Closed Session and Regular Session).
WARRANT REGISTER
3. 2 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS MOVED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION.
SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS.)
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ROUTINE MATTERS
3. 3 Acceptance of Easement Deed for 14800 Hoover Street.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council accepted the subject document and authorized the Interim City Clerk to record the deed with the County Recorder' s Office.
REPORTS
3. 4 Treasurer' s Report for January 2023.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
PROCLAMATIONS
3. 5 Approval of Proclamation — Red Cross Month — March 2023.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the following proclamation( s):
A. Proclamation — Red Cross Month — March 2023
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to approve the consent calendar, as amended, except Agenda Item No 3. 2 ( pulled for separate discussion).
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 ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE
DISCUSSION
WARRANT REGISTER
3. 2 ( City Council and Successor Agency) Warrant Registers dated February 2, 2023 through February 15, 2023.
Council Member Phan West asked for clarification regarding the West Grove line item on the warrant. She requested a detailed report of the service being provided be listed on the warrant register, moving forward.
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Community Services and Recreation Director Johnson explained the use of West Grove.
Finance Director Backs stated she could provide a detailed report of City services.
City Manager Cordon asked for clarification regarding the type of report being requested.
Discussion ensued regarding a detailed report of the warrant register.
Vice Mayor Nguyen left at 10:56 p. m.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to receive and file the report.
Vice Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 10:58 p. m.
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
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
4. 1 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS MOVED OUT- OF- ORDER AND HEARD PRIOR TO THE
CONSENT CALENDAR
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS MOVED OUT- OF- ORDER AND HEARD PRIOR TO
THE CONSENT CALENDAR
5. 2 City of Westminster Three- Year Strategic Plan and Updated Six- Month Objectives.
City Manager Cordon thanked the City Council for having an engaging Strategic Plan workshop and spoke regarding the strategic plan goals and updated objectives.
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Motion was made by Council Member Ho, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to adopt the six- month strategic objectives matrix for February 7, 2023, through August 1, 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
5. 3 Adopt a Resolution Declaring the City' s Intent to Sell City- Owned Property Adjacent to the 1-405 Freeway to OCTA for the 1-405 Freeway Improvement Project and Set a Date for a Public Hearing.
Public Works Director/ City Engineer Ngo gave a presentation regarding the proposed land acquisition.
Council Member Phan West asked for how much money the City is receiving for the land.
Public Works Director/ City Engineer Ngo stated the City will be receiving $ 68, 400.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta stated staff hours will also be reimbursed on a month- to- month basis.
Council Member Manzo asked for an update on the 1-405 Improvement project.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta spoke regarding the completion of bridges for 2023 related to the 1-405 project and stated he would return with a more detailed update for the 1-405 Improvement project.
Council Member Ho spoke in support of the item.
Vice Mayor Nguyen questioned who would maintain the drain tunnel and the cost associated.
Public Works Director/ City Engineer Ngo stated the City would maintain the box culvert.
Council Member Ho asked how long the construction would take.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta spoke regarding the process of the construction of the box culvert.
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Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen to:
A. Adopt Resolution No. 5185 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR
AND CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
DECLARING ITS INTENT TO SELL REAL PROPERTY TO THE ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY"; and
B. Set a Public Hearing for March 22, 2023, for consideration of protests to the property sale; and
C. Addition of approximately half an acre of new parkland to Margie L. Rice Park, if the sale is approved.
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. 4 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS MOVED OUT- OF- ORDER AND HEARD PRIOR TO
THE CONSENT CALENDAR
5. 5 Request to Designate the Tet Parade as a City- Sanctioned Community Event.
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 11:21 p. m.
Community Services and Recreation Director Johnson gave a presentation regarding designating the TET Parade as a City- sanctioned event.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 11:23 p.m.
Mayor Nguyen spoke regarding TET Parade dates and media outlets at the TET Parade. He thanked City staff for their hard work and efforts on the 2023 Tet Parade.
Council Member Manzo spoke regarding the undertaking of the TET Parade, thanked staff for their hard work and efforts, and asked regarding a non- profit foundation for the parade.
Community Services and Recreation Director Johnson spoke regarding the potential purpose of the non- profit foundation.
Discussion ensued regarding the non-profit foundation, event coordinators, planning process, finances, and dates presented for the 2024 TET Parade.
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Vice Mayor Nguyen spoke regarding the TET Parade and suggested February 11, 2024, as the date for the 2024 TET Parade.
Council Member Phan West thanked staff, addressed financial issues, and suggested the TET Parade be set for February 10, 2024.
Discussed ensued regarding an Ad Hoc committee for the TET Parade, cultural impacts and setting the date for the event at a future City Council meeting.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to designate the Tet Parade as a City- sanctioned event and set the date for 2024 TET Parade at a future City Council meeting.
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
EXTEND THE MEETING PAST MIDNIGHT
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to extend the meeting past midnight until 12: 15 a. 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
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 reported on recently attended active shooting training, thanked staff for their hard work and efforts and spoke regarding transparency.
Council Member Manzo expressed condolences to the family of Fire Chief Roberts and thanked staff and the City Council for their hard work and efforts.
Council Member Ho spoke regarding the continuance of agenda items.
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Vice Mayor Nguyen thanked staff for their hard work and efforts.
Mayor Nguyen echoed previous comments.
9. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT:
Therebeingnofurtherbusinessto discuss, MayorNguyenadjournedthe meetingin memory of Former Orange County Fire Authority Battalion Chief Ron Roberts on February 23, 2023, at 12:11 a.m.
The nextRegularMeetingwill be on heldWednesday, March8, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
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