CITY COUNCIL/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA WESTMINSTER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MARCH 8, 2023
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The City Council of the City of Westminster, California convened on March 8, 2023 at 4:04 p.m. in a Closed Session via In-Person, City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
CLOSED SESSION
4: 00 P. M.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Chi Charlie Nguyen called the Closed Session Meeting of the City Council/Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 4:04 p.m. via In- Person, 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
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. He read Closed Session matters into the record.
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The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 4: 04 p.m. for the following purpose:
1. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 1): Existing Litigation Case: City of Westminster, et al v. Purdue Pharma L. P., et al; USDC, Northern District of California ( Case No. 19- cv- 02325- JST, transferred to USDC, Northern District of Ohio, MDL No. 2) ( Opioid Case)
2. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 1): Existing Litigation Case: Arcadia, Westminster, et al. v. So. Cal. Edison Corp., Santa Barbara Superior Court Case No. 20 CV 02026
3. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 1): Existing Litigation Case: Hernandez v. City of Westminster
OC Superior Court Case# 30- 2022- 01253540- CU- PO- WJC)
4. 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.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the meeting at 5: 50 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 6:06 p.m.
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REGULAR MEETING
7: 00 PM
IN- PERSON
Mayor Chi Charlie Nguyen called the Regular Meeting of the City Council/Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 6:06 p.m. via In-Person, 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
Deputy City Attorney Keith Collins
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
Interim City Clerk Lucie Colombo
Finance Director Erin Backs
Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
Human Resources and Risk Management Director Jodie
Griner
Police Business Manage Mavic Hizon
Assistant City Clerk Abigail Y. Alcala
Family Resource Center Supervisor Gina Nunez
Administrative Assistant II Tanya Ramirez
Police Commander Alan lwashita
Police Commander Ron Weber
Homeless Liaison Officer Roland Perez
Sergeant at Arms Claire Tran
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
The Flag Salute was led by Council Member Ho.
INVOCATION
The Invocation was conducted by Council Member Phan West.
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CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Bettenhausen stated there was discussion and direction provided for Closed Session Agenda Item( s). City Attorney Bettenhausen reported that the following motion and action was conducted during Closed Session.
Motion was made in Closed Session by Council Member Manzo and seconded by Council Member Phan West for City to participate in the additional five settlements related to Closed Session Agenda Item No. 1 ( National Opioid Settlement Cases).
The motion carried, 5- 0.
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
There were no Ex Parte Communications to be presented at this time.
REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
Interim City Clerk Colombo stated openings for Commissions, Boards, and Commissions are still available and encouraged the public to apply by visiting the City' s website.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made various announcements regarding the following matters:
Read Across America was established in 1998 by the National Education Association to help kids get excited about reading. It is celebrated on March 2 every year, the same day as the birthday of children' s author Dr. Seuss. This year Officer John Bell and Officer Bradly Odell attended Sequoia Elementary School Read Across America event and interacted with several of the classes. Each officer read from Dr. Seuss books to dozens of school children.
Coffee with A K9" will take place at Starbucks, 14041 Beach Blvd., on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. It is a community engagement event to get to know your local police officers and meet K9 Dragon.
Join us for our Bunny Hop events & enjoy activities, crafts, an egg hunt, pictures with the Easter Bunny and more. Saturday April
1st
from 10: 00 a. m. — 11: 00 a. m., at Bolsa
Chick Park located at 13660 University Street or at Sigler Park located at 7200 Plaza St. from 1: 00 p. m. — 2: 00 p. m., Saturday, April 8th from 10: 00 a. m. — 11: 00 a. m., at Tony Lam Park located at 8301 McFadden Ave. or at Westminster Park located at 14402 Magnolia St. from 1: 00 p. m. — 2:00 p.m.
In honor of Earth Day, the City will be hosting events. Stay tuned to our social media outlets and website for more information.
Join the Community Services & Recreation team by checking out the City' s website for details and apply today. We are now hiring part- time Crossing Guards, Van Drivers, and Recreation staff.
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1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. Proclamation — Red Cross Month
Mayor Nguyen read the proclamation proclaiming March 2023 as Red Cross Month.
Becky Firey, Executive Director of the American Red Cross of Orange County, and Laura Nguyen, Board Member of the American Red Cross of Orange County, thanked the City Council for proclaiming the month of March as Red Cross Month, spoke regarding the Red Cross, and the blood donation by the community.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Nguyen reminded the public regarding Resolution No. 4953 related to decorum at meetings and process and rules for Oral Communication.
1. Lourdes Bernal, Outreach Coordinator of Community Action Partnership of Orange County, spoke regarding programs available for low- income families.
2. D' Vorah Mariscal requested Council Chamber doors be open earlier, encouraged people to donate blood, requested no precedent be set regarding flags ( Agenda Item No. 5. 6), and spoke regarding repairing sale and storage of bicycles parts ( Agenda Item No. 6. 1).
3. Michael Verrengia spoke regarding Council Member Phan West' s behavior at the previous City Council Meeting, questioned why commendations and proclamations are given to individuals who do business with Vietnam, and suggested Churches/ Temples be invited to participate in the invocation portion of the meeting.
4. Kim Springer wished Council Member Manzo a ` Happy Birthday' and expressed concern regarding Agenda Item No. 5. 6 related to accommodating the flying of flags in the City.
5. Jessica Lostaunau spoke regarding the atmosphere and comments made during oral communications at prior City Council meetings, requested Council hold members of the public accountable for their decorum and spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 6. 1.
6. Terry Rains, Westminster Watchdog, wished Council Member Manzo a Happy Birthday', thanked the City Council for National Vietnam War Veterans Day, stated Agenda Item Nos. 3. 5 and 3.6 related to City costs have no bearing on City business or moving the City forward, stated the Police Department will have more time to address crime versus being mental health
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advisors ( Agenda Item No. 5. 1). She requested the Tet Parade be held on Saturday, February 10, 2024 ( Agenda Item No. 5. 3), stated a precedent should not be set for flags ( Agenda Item No. 5. 6), and spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 6. 1 (Ordinance relating to bicycles).
7. Minh Vu spoke regarding moving the City forward in a positive direction, recruiting talented personnel, and requested the City Council work together in a peaceful manner.
8. Tony Bui spoke regarding Women' s International Day, requested a letter of reprimand be made regarding Measure C and requested Council Member Ho remove herself from office.
Council Member Ho responded that her comment stating she would step down from office if she was not elected as Mayor was taken out of context and clarified why she will remain in office as Council Member.
9. Son Do spoke regarding the ideology of war and communism and spoke in support of flying the Republic of Vietnam ( South Vietnam) flag ( Agenda Item No. 5. 6).
10. Amy Mai spoke regarding Council Member Phan West, Vice Mayor Nguyen and Mayor Nguyen taking advantage of residents.
City Attorney Bettenhausen requested and warned members of the public not to be disruptive.
11. Khai Dao, Viet Youth Media, ( used own interpreter) spoke regarding unfairness of applying the rules of decorum for certain members of the public and proof of a threatening message.
Vice Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 7:10p.m.
12. Tom Houston spoke regarding permit parking zones and enforcement.
Vice Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 7:14 p.m.
13. Ly Nguyen ( used own interpreter) spoke regarding the Grand Party held in San Jose attended by Mayor Nguyen and Vice Mayor Nguyen and communism. She requested Mayor Nguyen and Vice Mayor Nguyen resign from their positions.
Council Member Manzo requested the members in the Council Chambers causing disruption be removed from the Council Chambers.
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Mayor Nguyen stated that this was a final warning to the members of the public causing disruption, or they would be removed and would not continue to attend the meeting.
14. Nguyen Hung ( used own interpreter) spoke regarding filing a lawsuit related to the Quang Tri Monument and violation of Oral Communication for slander, expressed concern regarding Vice Mayor Nguyen' s YouTube channel.
City Attorney Bettenhausen spoke regarding a member of the public causing disruptive behavior.
15. Anh Kiet Huynh spoke regarding communism.
Vice Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 7:30 p.m.
16. Thuy Vo (used own interpreter) spoke regarding the cost relating to the Quang Tri Monument, elected officials taking advantage on their positions, and expressed concern regarding Vice Mayor Nguyen' s behavior.
Vice Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 7:36 p.m.
Mayor Nguyen stated previous speaker' s comments are false.
17. Son Tran ( used own interpreter) wished all the women a ' Happy Women' s International Day' and spoke regarding a clip on Vice Mayor Nguyen' s YouTube Channel.
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. February 7, 2023 — Special Meeting
WARRANT REGISTER
3. 2 ( City Council and Successor Agency) Warrant Registers dated February 16, 2023 through March 1, 2023.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed this report.
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ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3. 3 Acceptance of the 2022 Grant Award Funds from the Board of State and Community Corrections in Fiscal Year 2022- 2023.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council:
A. Accepted the 2022 grant award funds in the amount of$ 57, 570. 78 from the Board of State and Community Corrections ( BSCC) to the State Grant Revenue account in the Fiscal Year 2022- 2023 Adopted Budget; and B. Approved an appropriation of $ 57, 570. 78 to the Special Police Services Fund BSCC Expenditures account in the Fiscal Year 2022- 2023 budget for training costs.
3. 4 Confirmation of Approved Administrative Fee Waiver for a Senior Resource Fair hosted by the Office of U.S. Representative Michelle Steel.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed this report.
REPORTS
3. 5 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION.
SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR.)
3. 6 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION.
SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR.)
PROCLAMATIONS
3. 7 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION.
SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR.)
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo and seconded by Mayor Nguyen to approve the Consent Calendar, as amended, except Agenda Item Nos. 3. 5, 3. 6 and
3. 7 ( 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
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Council Member Phan West left the dais at 7:46 p.m.
AGENDA ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE
DISCUSSION.
REPORTS
3. 5 Special Municipal Election Cost Associated with Ballot Measure C.
Mayor Nguyen asked for an estimate of staff costs associated with Measure C.
City Manager Cordon gave an approximate of staff costs.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 7:46 p.m.
Vice Mayor Nguyen spoke regarding the cost and purpose of Measure C.
Council Member Phan West spoke regarding the waste of taxpayers monies related to the cost of Measure C.
Council Member Manzo spoke regarding rotational mayors in other cities and democracy. He stated the City is currently losing $ 4 million dollars due to political gain and expressed concern regarding the placement of this item on the agenda.
Council Member Ho expressed concern regarding Council Member Phan West lack of knowledge and experience, and spoke regarding totalitarianism and the reason for Measure C. She asked for the cost of voters' petition to place a measure on the ballot.
City Manager Cordon spoke regarding the cost per signature verification with the Registrar of Voters Office, special election expenses, and legal fees.
Council Member Phan West spoke regarding financial mismanagement and polling.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West and seconded by Mayor Nguyen to receive and file the report.
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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3. 6 Costs and Expenses Related to the Formation and Operations of the Quang Tri Monument Committee.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 8: 16 p.m.
Vice Mayor Nguyen expressed concern regarding the costs and expenses related to the Quang Tri Monument.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 8:22 p.m.
Council Member Phan West expressed concern regarding waste of time and monies related to this project and spoke regarding saving time and resources.
Council Member Manzo spoke regarding political grand standing and the loss of $4 million dollars.
Council Member Ho spoke regarding Council' s potential conflict of interest, asked Community Services and Recreation Director Johnson the time taken to write staff report and that this item is a waste of time.
Community Services and Recreation Director Johnson stated the staff report took her approximately six to eight hours to prepare.
Mayor Nguyen spoke regarding the cost and expense of the Quang Tri Monument item.
Community Services and Recreation Director Johnsons responded to the inquiry regarding the cost of Quang Tri Committee meetings.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen and seconded by Council Member Phan West to receive and file the report.
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
PROCLAMATIONS
3. 7 Approval of Proclamation( s).
Council Member Phan West applauded all the women especially during National Women' s Day and also thanked all those who served in the Vietnam War.
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Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, and seconded by Council Member Phan West to approve the following proclamation( s):
A. Proclamation — National Women' s History Month; and B. Proclamation — National Vietnam War Veterans Day.
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 HEARING( S)
4. 1 Public Hearing - Substantial Amendment to FY 2021- 2022 Annual Action Plan to Integrate the HOME Investment Partnerships Program- American Rescue Plan ( HOME- ARP) Allocation Plan Funds.
A. Adopt the HOME- ARP Allocation Plan via a Substantial Amendment to FY 2021- 2022 Annual Action Plan due to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development ( HUD) by March 31, 2023 allocating 1, 613, 107 in HOME- ARP funds for the proposed activities; and B. Authorize the City Manager or their designee to execute all necessary related documents for submission of the HOME- ARP Allocation Plan to HUD for review and approval; and
C. Allocate $ 2, 985, 339 in American Rescue Plan Act ( ARPA) funds for the development of the proposed Goldenwest Street Apartments project.
REQUEST TO CONTINUE PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA ITEM NO. 4. 1 Motion was made by Council Member Manzo and seconded by Council Member Phan West to continue Agenda Item No 4.1 to the March 22, 2023 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
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5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Approval of Agreement with Mind OC for BeWell OC to Address Mental Health and Homelessness During Fiscal Year 2022- 2023.
Police Chief spoke regarding ARPA funds and contracting with BeWell OC and the services provided.
There was discussion ensued regarding the services provided and cost associated with BeWell OC.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, and seconded by Council Member Phan West to:
A. Approve the two- year agreement with Mind OC for BeWell OC program for mobile crises response services in a contract amount not to exceed 1, 838, 727 and utilize the American Rescue Plan Act ( ARPA) federal funds to procure the services; and
B. Authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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. 2 Amendment No. 2 to Agreement with the County of Orange to Provide Family Resource Center and Family Stabilization Services.
Family Resource Center Supervisor Nunez gave a presentation regarding services of the Westminster Family Resource Center ( WFRC).
There was discussion regarding mentorship programs for young adults, services provided by ABRAZAR, and positive impacts of WFRC on the community.
Council Member Manzo thanked the staff and stated that he appreciated the positive impact to the community.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, and seconded by Mayor Nguyen to:
A. Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement with the County of Orange, extending the provision of Family Resource Center and Family Stabilization Services for two ( 2) additional Fiscal Years: 2023- 2024 and 2024- 2025; and
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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 Consideration of Event Date for the 2024 Tet Parade and Formation and Selection of a Tet Parade Ad Hoc Committee.
Council Member Manzo expressed concern with Sunday, February 11, 2024.
Council Member Phan West asked what the difference in cost between Saturday vs.
Sunday dates.
City Manager Cordon responded regarding the difference in cost depending of vendor rates, potential personnel challenges and cost, overall services provided, and success of the event.
There was discussion regarding the cost comparison between Saturday, February 10, 2024 and Sunday, February 11, 2024 and event management.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, and seconded by Council Member Manzo to:
A. To the set the date of Saturday, February 10, 2024, the first day of the Lunar New Year for the 2024 Tet Parade.
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 nominated Council Member Phan West and Mayor Nguyen to be members of the Ad Hoc Committee.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Phan West to appoint Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Phan West to an Ad Hoc Committee for the 2024 Tet Parade.
Council Member Manzo nominated Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Ho to members of the Ad Hoc Committee.
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Substitute motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Council Member Ho to appoint Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Ho to the Ad Hoc Committee for the 2024 Tet Parade.
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
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Phan West to:
B. Appoint Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Phan West to an Ad Hoc Committee for the 2024 Tet Parade.
The original 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. 4 Approval of Amendment No. 4 to the Agreement with G4S Secure Solutions, Inc., for Jail Custody Officer Services in Fiscal Year 2022- 2023.
The City Council had a few clarification questions and comments.
Police Chief Lenyi responded to Council inquiries and provided information.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo and seconded by Council Member Phan West to:
A. Approve Amendment No. 4 to the Agreement with G4S Secure Solutions, Inc., extending the Agreement by an additional six months to provide jail custody officer services; and
B. Approve the cost increase to the contract by $ 162, 720. 77; and C. Appropriate $ 162,720. 77 to the Jail Services budget from existing Police contractual funds; and
D. Authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment to the Agreement on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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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 Adoption of Resolutions Related to Citywide Employee Classification and Compensation Study and Implementation of Median Increases by August 2023.
Human Resources and Risk Management Director Griner presented amendments to the various salary schedules ( and resolutions) as listed below in items A- F, read the corrections into the record, and provided amended copies to the Mayor, City Council, staff, and for the public.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, and seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen to:
A. Approve as amended and as read into the record, the updated Salary Schedules for Westminster Municipal Employees Association ( WMEA); Westminster Police Officers Association ( WPOA); Management, Administrative, and Confidential employee group; and Executive employee group, as approved by City Council on May 11, 2022; and B. Adopt as amended and as read into the record, the Resolution No. 5186 as amended entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
RESOLUTION NO. 5177, AMENDING EXHIBIT AAND ADDING EXHIBITS
B AND C, SALARY SCHEDULES FOR THE WESTMINSTER POLICE
OFFICERS' ASSOCIATION ( WPOA) FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2020 THROUGH AND INCLUDING JUNE 30, 2023"; and
C. Adopt as amended and as read into the record, the Resolution No. 5187 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 5140, AMENDING EXHIBIT A AND ADDING EXHIBITS B AND C, SALARY
SCHEDULES FOR THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEE
ASSOCIATION ( WMEA) FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2020 THROUGH AND INCLUDING JUNE 30, 2023"; and
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D. Adopt as amended and as read into the record, the Resolution No. 5187 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 5130, TO ADD EXHIBITS B AND C, SALARY SCHEDULES FOR THE
MANAGEMENT, ADMINISTRATIVE AND CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES
FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2020 THROUGH AND INCLUDING JUNE 30, 2023"; and
E. Adopt as amended and as read into the record, the Resolution No. 5188 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 5131, AMENDING EXHIBIT A AND ADDING EXHIBITS B AND C, SALARY
SCHEDULES FOR THE EXECUTIVE EMPLOYEES FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2020 THROUGH AND INCLUDING JUNE 30, 2023"; and
F. Approve as amended and as read into the record, the Comprehensive Salary Schedule for all Full- Time Positions with post- implementation schedule, effective August 12, 2023.
The motion carried as amended, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 6 Amending Resolution for Black April Week to Include Guidelines for Flying Republic of Vietnam ( South Vietnam) Flag at Half-Mast.
Vice Mayor Nguyen spoke regarding flying the Republic of Vietnam Flag at half-mast.
Council Member Phan West spoke in support of flying the flag.
Council Member Manzo expressed various concerns regarding this matter. He spoke regarding inclusivity and not discriminating against other community groups.
Council Member Ho expressed her thoughts and concerns.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Nguyen and seconded by Council Member Phan West to fly the flag and approve the Resolution entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 4934 TO INCLUDE GUIDELINES FOR FLYING THE REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM FLAG IN COMMEMORATION OF BLACK APRIL."
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Substitute motion was made by Council Member Manzo and seconded by Council Member Ho to have staff prepare a list of flag with respective celebrations and to bring back a resolution to the City Council.
Mayor Nguyen commented that in regard to the substitute motion, consideration of each flag should be based on a case- by-case basis.
The substitute motion failed, 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MANZO, HO
NOES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
Mayor Nguyen asked that additional wording be included to incorporate an annual ceremony to commemorate Black April to be held every April 30th at 10:00 AM. Both the maker of the motion, Vice Mayor Nguyen, and the second made by Council Member Phan West agreed to the changes and agreed to amended original motion.
Council Member Manzo asked the City Attorney and requested that the motion be separated ( flag and ceremony) but the City Council members who made and seconded the motion did not yield to his request.
Amended Original Motion was made by Vice Mayor Nguyen and seconded by Council Member Phan West to adopt and amend the resolution to include wording that the City will hold a Black April Ceremony on April 30that 10:00 AM, annually, and adopt amended Resolution No. 5190, entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR
AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 4934 TO INCLUDE GUIDELINES FOR FLYING THE REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM FLAG IN COMMEMORATION OF BLACK APRIL."
The original motion carried, 4-0-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: MANZO
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEMS
6. 1 Consideration of an Ordinance Adding Chapter 10.85 to the Westminster Municipal Code Establishing Regulations Prohibiting the Repair, Storage and Sale of Bicycle and Bicycle Parts on Public Property.
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Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, and seconded by Council Member Manzo to introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 2600 entitled, " AN
ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 10. 85 TO TITLE 10
VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE
ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS PROHIBITING THE REPAIR, STORAGE AND
SALES OF BICYCLE AND BICYCLE PARTS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY AND
FINDING THE ORDINANCE NOT SUBJECT TO THE CALFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL ACT," read by title only and waive further reading.
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
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEMS
There were no Commission and Committee Items to be presented at this time.
8. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL/ AGENCY MEMBERS ( Including AB 1234 Report when required)
Council Member Phan West reported on her recent conference to Sacramento regarding homelessness, housing, unfunded mandates, CaIPERS, etc.
Council Member Manzo thanked WHO group who partner with the City and help with homeless issues and recently cleaned- up park. Also, he appreciates CEAC for their help in the community. In the recent past, there were various organizations, Lestonic and Would Walk that assisted with the homeless community and provided tele- doctors, mobile clinic, warming centers, food, and additional services. He thanked the City Council for ending the meeting early and to staff for their hard work. Council Member Manzo requested that the City invite the WHO group and CEAC to a future City Council meeting to present a Certificate of Recognition.
Council Member Ho attended the CEAC and FRCWomen's Event along with Council Member Manzo. She acknowledged International Women' s Day and provided historical information about women who assisted with equal rights for women and women' s suffrage, right to vote, and important women such as Elizabeth Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, and others. She asked that the meeting be adjourned in celebration of 100 years since the passing of 19th Amendment and thank these women for their courage.
Vice Mayor Nguyen thanked staff for their hard work.
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Mayor Nguyen thanked City Council for attendance at conference and events and their reports. He attended the Healthcare event conducted by UCLA medical students who provided free services to our community. He also attended OCFA Open Houseand nexttime will informthe communityof the event. On behalfof Midway Sanitary District, he reminded the City that there will be a clean-up event this Saturday at the Westminster Village Park.
He wished Council Member Manzo a very Happy Birthday!
9. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Nguyen adjourned the meeting at 10:10 p.m.
The City Council Meeting was Adjourned per Council Member Ho' s request, in celebration of 100 years of the 19th Amendment.
Next Regular Meeting will be on held Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.
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Lucie Colombo, CMC, CPMC
Interim City Clerk
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Lucie Colombo, CMC, CPMC
Interim City Clerk
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