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The City Council of the City of Westminster, California, convened on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. in a Closed Session via In-Person, City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
CLOSED SESSION
5: 30 P. M.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Nguyen called the Closed Session Meeting of the City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 5: 36 p. m., on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, via In- Person, 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 ( arrived
at 5:38 p.m.)
COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO DISTRICT 2
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum was present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
Assistant City Attorney Russell Miyahira
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Clerk Ashton R. Arocho
Assistant City Clerk Abigail Y. Alcala
Police Commander Ron Weber
Administrative Assistant Tanya Ramirez
Council Member Phan West arrived to the meeting at 5:38 p. m.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION
City Clerk Arocho read the Closed Session title into the record as follows:
1. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 8: - Conference with Real Property Negotiators:
Property: Old Edwards Street( West Old Edwards Street/ North 1-405 Freeway) and Beach- Edinger( Northeast Beach and Edinger/ South 1-405 Freeway) Westminster, California
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City Owned Parcels located along 1-405 Freeway, currently being considered for electronic billboards)
City Negotiator: City Manager Christine Cordon,
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
Negotiating Party: City Manager Christine Cordon,
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
Mayor Nguyen reminded the public regarding Resolution No. 4953 related to decorum at meetings and process and rules for Oral Communication.
1. Terry Rains, commented on the Closed Session Item and reminded the City Council to speak on only price and terms of payment, as agendized.
The Mayor and City Council entered Closed Session at 5:39 p.m.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the meeting at 5:58 p.m.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency meeting reconvened on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, to Open Session at 6:00 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
6: 00 PM
Mayor Nguyen called the Regular Meeting of the City Council/Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 6: 06 p. m., on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, via In- Person, 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
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum was present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
Assistant City Attorney Russell Miyahira
City Clerk Ashton R. Arocho
Finance Director Erin Backs
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
Human Resources and Risk Management Director Jodie Griner
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Public Works Director/ City Engineer Jake Ngo
Police Business Manager Mavic Hizon
Assistant City Clerk Abigail Y. Alcala
Administrative Assistant II Tanya Ramirez
Police Commander Ron Weber
Homeless Liaison Officer Roland Perez
Sergeant at Arms Claire Tran
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
The Flag Salute was led by Vice Mayor Nguyen.
INVOCATION
The Invocation was conducted by Mayor Nguyen.
CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Assistant City Attorney Miyahira noted for the record that the City Council met in Closed Session on the item listed on the agenda and provided direction to staff. Nothing to report.
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
There were no Ex- Parte Communications to be presented at this time.
REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
City Clerk Arocho announced vacancies on Boards and Commissions and urged the community to apply to serve.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon announced:
Two of WPD' s finest attended and represented the department at the United States Police & Fire Championships, an Olympic- style competition for athletes representing law enforcement, firefighters, and other officers nationwide. School Resources Officer Ayala took a gold medal in the 1500m, 5000m, and Cross- Country individual races and silver in the Cross Country team race. Officer Bouffard won a gold medal in the heavyweight Brazilian Jiu- jitsu divisions. This accomplishment has earned him the invitational opportunity to compete in the 2025 World Police and Fire Games. No City funds were spent on this event.
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The Westminster Police Department and City of Westminster invited all to National Night Out on August 1st from 5 pm to 8 pm in the parking lot of the Pavilion Center at 16422 Beach Blvd.
National Night Out is an annual community- building campaign that promotes police and citizens' camaraderie and fosters neighborhood solidarity, making our neighborhoods safer and more caring places to live. The goal is to improve the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement by bringing back a true sense of community.
Invited all to Summer Movies and Music Series. The first Movie Night begins on Thursday, July 13th and will feature the movie " Puss in Boots: The Last Wish".
There will be pre-movie activities for your family starting at 6:30 p.m. in the Civic Center, located at 8200 Westminster Blvd.
Invited all to the Senior Center for an Independence Day Luncheon on Monday, July 3rd from 11: 30 a. m. — 1p.m. Tickets are $ 5 and seating is limited.
Invited all to Safety Day on Wednesday, July 19th from 11: 30 a. m. — 1:30 p.m. at Sigler Park, located at 7200 Plaza St.
Save the Dates! The 2nd annual Fall Festival will take place over three days, Friday- Sunday, September 22nd — 24th at the Civic Center. Vendor and Sponsor applications will be available soon! Be sure to check our website for updates.
Congratulated and thanked a few of the City' s fellow Youth Committee Members who have graduated high school this year and will be going off to college.
Westminster High School:
Khanh Duong and Kimmie Ho will be attending UC Berkeley.
Tyana ( Tee — Ana) Lai will be attending UC San Diego.
Terri Pham will be attending Goldenwest College.
Marina High School:
Jessica Nguyen will be attending San Diego State University.
Ocean View High School:
Kimberly Santiago will be attending Chapman University.
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. Recognition of the Westminster High School STEM Students.
The Mayor and City Council recognized and presented certificates to the Westminster High School STEM Students for all their accomplishments throughout the school year.
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B. Presentation of Proclamation — Juneteenth
The Mayor and City Council presented the proclamation to the Coastline College Umoja Program and La Quinta High School Black Student Union.
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. Terry Little spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 6. 4, expressed on concern regarding recent attendance at the Meet and Greet with Council Member Phan West in District 1, questioned empty land at Willow and Milton, and requested an update of the former Big Lots property.
2. Kim Springer spoke regarding the diverse culture in the City of Westminster and spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 6.4, highlighting that there are local concerns that the City should address, and expressed concern following recent attendance at the Meet and Greet with Council Member Phan West in District
1. Mayor Nguyen advertised his office hours and encouraged members of the public to arrange a meeting with him.
3. Pam Gremling spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 6.3 and spoke regarding her experience with elected officials as a former city employee.
Council Member Phan West commented on her recent Meet and Greet in District
1. 4. Nguyen Hung requested the police report taken during Mayor Nguyen' s recent traffic collision.
Mayor Nguyen requested that Nguyen Hung and any member of the public interested in such report to stay until the conclusion of the meeting and staff will provide the report.
Vice Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 7:01 p. m.
5. Lincoln Long spoke regarding freedom.
6. Michael Verrengia spoke regarding violation of Ordinance and Resolution regarding public official and employee interactions ( Agenda Item No. 6.3) and spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 6. 4.
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7. Victoria Kim spoke regarding Mayor Nguyen's recent traffic collision and thanked the Police Department for their support.
8. Dao Tran spoke regarding the recent
35th
anniversary of Little Saigon and
spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 6. 4.
Vice Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 7:18p.m.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 7:18p.m.
9. Anhkiet Huynh spoke regarding recent attacks on Vietnamese residents and requested the Police Department review the cell phone video footage taken.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 7:22 p.m.
Vice Mayor Nguyen addressed the cell phone video footage of the attack, commenting that the City Council's top priority is community safety and requested the Police Department to look further into this.
Police Chief Lenyi stated the incident is currently being investigated.
10.Tina Tapia spoke regarding mental health and concerns with the School District.
11. Khai Dao congratulated the Westminster High School STEM students for their recognition, spoke regarding elected official poor behavior, commented on proposed recall for Vice Mayor Nguyen, and requested Mayor Nguyen, Vice Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Ho to resign.
12.Ly Nguyen spoke regarding Mayor Nguyen's recent traffic collision.
13. Jessica Lostanuau spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 6. 3.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 7:38 p.m.
14.Terry Rains voiced concerns following recent attendance at the Meet and Greet with Council Member Phan West in District 1, commented on reimbursements required for Agenda Item No. 3.2, expressed concern regarding Agenda Item No. 5. 2 and discussions in Closed Session, spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5. 6, commented on potential conflict of interest between the Traffic Commission and the School Board ( Agenda Item No. 7. 1), questioned the vacancy of a Traffic Commissioner appointed by Council Member Phan West, spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 6.4, voiced concerns and extreme opposition of proposed rescinding of Ordinance ( Agenda Item No. 6. 3) and
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requested Vice Mayor Nguyen to remain present at the dais during oral communications.
15. Jodi Boyd spoke regarding the city' s financial deficit.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 7:42 p. m.
16. Roger Mindrum spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 6. 3.
17. Tony Bui spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5.3.
18. Gigi spoke in support of Agenda Item Nos. 5. 3 and 6. 4.
19.Trong Duan spoke regarding Mayor Nguyen' s recent traffic collision and his report on his News outlet.
Vice Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 8:02 p.m.
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 8:04 p.m.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 8:04 p. m.
Vice Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 8:05 p.m.
City Attorney Bettenhausen entered the meeting at 8:05 p.m.
Assistant City Attorney Miyahira left the meeting at 8:05 p. m.
Mayor Nguyen thanked the public for their comments and participation. Mayor Nguyen commented on his recent traffic collision.
Police Commander Weber approached the podium and provided a brief report on the traffic collision for the record.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
Prior to the motion, City Manager Cordon requested Agenda Item No. 3.7 be pulled for separate discussion. Additionally, Council Member Phan West requested Agenda Item 3. 4 be pulled for separate discussion.
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 date( s) listed below:
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A. February 22, 2023 ( Closed Session and Regular Session); and B. March 22, 2023 ( Regular Session); and
C. April 5, 2023 ( Regular Session); and
D. June 7, 2023 ( Closed Session and Study Session); and E. June 13, 2023 ( Closed Session and Study Session)
3. 2 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Registers dated June 8, 2023, through June 21, 2023.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
3. 3 Treasurer' s Report for May 2023.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
3. 4 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS MOVED FOR SEPEARTE DISCUSSION. ( SEE
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS)
3. 5 Purchase of Playground Equipment for Newcastle Park.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the purchase of playground equipment from Landscape Structures, Inc., in the amount of $ 158, 836. 13, for Newcastle Park.
3. 6 Award of Contract for the Playground Renovation Project for Liberty Park - Project No. P- 2579.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council:
A. Approved a budget adjustment from the Park Dedication Fund balance Fund 200) to a newly created CIP Project Account Number 76502- 762302, " Liberty Park Playground Renovation Project," in the amount of 215, 000; and
B. Awarded the contract to the lowest and responsible bidder in the amount of$ 321, 478 to R. E. Schultz Construction, Inc. and reject all other bids; and
C. Authorized a 10% contingency in the amount of $ 32, 147. 80 for potential change orders; and
D. Authorizedthe CityManagerto executethe contracton behalfof the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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3. 7 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS MOVED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION. ( SEE
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS)
3. 8 Resolution Adopting a List of Projects for Fiscal Year 2023- 2024, Funded by Senate Bill 1 ( SBI), the " Road Repair and Accountability Act." ACTION: The Mayor and City Council adopted Resolution No. 5203, " A
RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A LIST OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023- 2024 FUNDED BY SENATE BILL 1 ( SB1), THE " ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT."
3. 9 Final Seven- Year Capital Improvement Program ( 7- Year CIP); Master Plan of Arterial Highways ( MPAH) Consistency; and Local Signal Synchronization Plan ( LSSP) Update for Measure M2 Eligibility Submittal for Fiscal Year 2023- 2024 through 2029- 2030.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council:
A. Approved the Final Measure M2 ( M2) Seven- Year Capital Improvement Program ( 7- Year CIP) for Fiscal Year 2023- 2024 through 2029- 2030, and authorize its submittal to the Orange County Transportation Authority OCTA) along with other required documents for the M2 Eligibility compliance; and
B. Adopted Resolution No. 5204, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
CONCERNING THE UPDATE OF THE LOCAL SIGNAL
SYNCHRONIZATION PLAN ( LSSP) FOR THE MEASURE M ( M2) PROGRAM"; and
C. Adopted Resolution No. 5205, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
CONCERNING THE STATUS AND UPDATE OF THE CIRCULATION
ELEMENT/ MPAH CONSISTENCY, AND MITIGATION FEE PROGRAM
FOR THE MEASURE M ( M2) PROGRAM."
CONSENT CALENDAR — ALL ITEMS ( 3. 1- 3. 9)
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Agenda Item Nos. 3. 4 and 3. 7 pulled for separate discussion.
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The motion carried, 4-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
AGENDA ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE
DISCUSSION.
PROCLAMATIONS
3. 4 Approval of Proclamation( s).
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen to approve the following proclamation( s):
A. Proclamation - Parks Make Life Better Month
B. Proclamation - Flag Day
The motion carried, 4-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
Following City Council approval, the entire City Council presented a proclamation to Jose Amezcua from the American Legion First Post in honor of Flag Day.
3. 7 Approval of 9- 1- 1 Emergency Ambulance Transportation and Related Services in Fiscal Year 2023- 2024.
Police Chief Lenyi provided the staff report.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo to:
A. Approvethe Agreementfor 9-1-1 EmergencyAmbulanceTransportation and Related Services in Fiscal Year 2023- 2024 with Emergency Ambulance Services ( EAS) in an amount not to exceed $ 1, 544, 191 in FY2023-2024 and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement includingany non-substantiveamendmentsas determinedby the City Attorney; and
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B. Authorize the City Manager to execute the renewal of the Agreement for a second year for $ 1, 601, 001 in FY2024- 2025, if the Ambulance RFP process has not concluded by the end of FY2023- 2024; and C. Authorize the City Manager to reject the renewal of the City's current Agreement with FALCK/ Care Ambulance; and
D. Authorize City staff to initiate a formal Request for Proposal process for 9- 1-1 Emergency Ambulance Transportation and Related Services.
The motion carried, 4-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
4. PUBLIC HEARING( S)
Council Member Manzo left the dais at 8:23 p.m.
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 8:23 p.m.
City Clerk Arocho announced that there is no quorum present at the dais.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen called a recess at 8: 24 p. m., due to lack of quorum present.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: Mayor Nguyen reconvened the meeting of the City Council at 8:25 p.m.
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
Arrived at 8: 26 p. m.)
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum was present.
4. 1 Public Hearing — Fee Study for the City of Westminster.
Council Member Manzo returned the dais at 8:26 p.m.
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Finance Director Backs provided the staff report, alongside Eric Johnson, President of Revenue & Cost Specialists, LLC ( RCS).
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 8:27 p.m.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 8:30 p.m.
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.
The following individual spoke under oral communications:
1. Terry Rains, spoke in support of cost recovery for services, requested that the city look to implement departmental restructuring and productivity studies, questioned the doubling in costs and subsidize costs, asked for fee comparison against neighboring cities, highlighted fines and penalties not being included in the study, and expressed concern regarding increase in development fees.
MAYOR NGUYEN CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Council Member Manzo questioned where the costs were fully burden costs, what permits have a 24- hour turn around period ( if any), and comparable fees in neighboring cities.
Discussion ensued regarding fee costs, expedited and standard time to process permits, and fee comparisons.
Council Member Phan West spoke regarding proposed fees and noted support for the item as presented.
Council Member Manzo requested a walk- through of the process for the firework stands and expressed concern regarding the fees associated.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 8:52 p.m.
Discussion ensued regarding fees for firework stands.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 8:54 p.m.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen, to adopt Resolution No. 5206 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING AND REPLACING RESOLUTION NO. 5060, ESTABLISHING FEES AND CHARGES
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FOR SPECIAL SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER," thereby updating the current City of Westminster Fee Schedule.
The motion carried, 4-0- 1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Fiscal Year 2023- 24 Proposed Budget.
Council Member Phan West requested staff set aside $ 25, 000 for a Fourth of July event.
City Manager Cordon spoke regarding the increase to the proposed budget and provided background on past Fourth of July events hosted by the City.
Discussion ensued regarding monies involved with hosting a fireworks show and event.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen, to:
A. Adopt Resolution No. 5207 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING AND APPROPRIATING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2023- 2024
FISCAL YEAR AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO INCREASE THE 2022- 2023 OPERATING BUDGET;" and
B. Adopt Resolution No. 5208 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
ESTABLISHING THE ARTICLE XIIIB APPROPRIATION LIMIT FOR THE 2023- 24 FISCAL YEAR;" and
C. Adopt Resolution No. 52 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE WESTMINSTER
PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY ADOPTING AND APPROPRIATING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2023- 24 FISCAL YEAR;" and
D. Adopt Resolution No. 21 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE WESTMINSTER
HOUSING AUTHORITY ADOPTING AND APPROPRIATING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2023- 24 FISCAL YEAR;" and
E. Adopt Resolution No. 5209 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIORNIA,
DECLARING A FISCAL EMERGENCY;" and
F. Adopt Resolution No. 5210 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING THE FUND BALANCE POLICY."
The motion carried, 4-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
Prior to Agenda Item No. 5.2, Mayor Nguyen reminded the public in attendance of the recent passage of Resolution No. 5202, regarding signs within Council Chambers.
5. 2 Continued from May 24, 2023, Regular Meeting - Selection of Qualified Firm for the Use of City- Owned Real Property to Develop, Construct, Operate, and Maintain Electronic Billboards.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta provided a brief report and presentation regarding final ratings for the selection of the billboard proposal.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to approve the preliminary selection of Branded Cities Los Angeles, LLC (" Branded Cities") to develop, construct, operate, and maintain electronic billboards on City-owned real property, and direct staff to proceed with negotiating and drafting a lease agreement between the firm and the City to be approved at a future meeting.
Prior to the roll call vote, Vice Mayor Nguyen, Council Member Manzo, and Council Member Phan West thanked staff for their hard work and efforts on this item. Mayor Nguyen thanked Branded Cities for their partnership.
The motion carried, 4-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
Vice Mayor Nguyen asked the applicant, Branded Cities, whether local businesses can assist in the construction portion of the project. Discussion ensued.
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5. 3 Award of Contract for the Maintenance of City Traffic Signals and Appurtenances, Interconnect, Fiber- Optic Cables, Safety Lights, CCTV, Ethernet, and Video Detection Systems.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta provided a brief presentation regarding traffic signals and related costs.
Mayor Nguyen spoke in support of this item.
Council Member Manzo questioned the costs and authorizations approved.
Council Member Phan West spoke in support of this item.
Vice Mayor Nguyen questioned why the City is overseeing TV cables.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta provided clarification.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to:
A. Approve the selection of Yunex Traffic to perform Maintenance of Traffic Signals and Appurtenances, Interconnect, Fiber-Optic Cables, Safety Lights, CCTV, Ethernet, and Video Detection Systems for a one- year term, in an amount not to exceed $ 400, 000, with four one- year renewal options; and B. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement and future renewals on behalf of the City.
The motion carried, 4-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 4 Award of Contract for Maintenance/ Service Agreement for Concrete and Related Street Repairs at Various Locations.
Council Member Manzo questioned the determination of maintenance locations.
Public Works Director Ngo provided an overview on the selection of locations.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to:
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A. Award the contract to the lowest and responsible bidder, Nobest Incorporated, in the amount of $ 239, 000, for one year with four one- year renewal options; and
B. Authorize the City Manager to execute the contract and future renewals on behalf of the City.
The motion carried, 4-0- 1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 5 Award of Contract for Tree Maintenance/ Service Agreement.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to:
A. Award the contract to the lowest and responsible bidder, Great Scott Tree Service, Inc., in the amount of $ 189, 968, for one year with four one- year renewal options; and
B. Authorize the City Manager to execute the contract and future renewals on behalf of the City.
The motion carried, 4-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 6 Replacement of Little Saigon Entry Signs at 9600 and 9637 Bolsa Avenue.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 9:38 p.m.
This item was requested by Vice Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Phan West to be added to the agenda for discussion.
Vice Mayor Nguyen spoke regarding the history of the twin sisters and the positive impacts the renaming would have on the Little Saigon District. Immediately following, he then provided the same history detail in Vietnamese.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 9:40 p. m.
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Council Member Phan West highlighted the fundraising of funds for the street signage, questioned whether the renaming of the street would affect any business due to the current street name not being associated with any property and voiced her support for this item.
Council Member Manzo questioned the reasoning for the proposed renaming of the street, the addresses tied to Pagoda, and any associated costs with the change.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta stated the street renaming would not affect current businesses and that the funds would be raised similarly to the Asian Garden Mall signage project.
Mayor Nguyen spoke regarding other cities having signs such as the one proposed and spoke in support of the item.
Council Member Manzo asked whether the City of Westminster needed to be included on the sign and spoke in opposition of having the City name listed on the street sign.
Discussion ensued regarding the common practices with having the City name listed on the street sign.
There was a consensus of the City Council to keep the City name listed on the street sign, as proposed.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen, to move forward with the renaming of the entry sign at 9600 and 9637 Bolsa Avenue.
The motion carried, 4-0- 1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
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THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS DEFERRED TO A FUTURE MEETING DATE
5. 7 Accessory Dwelling Unit ( ADU) Standard Plans Update.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Mayor and City Council receive and file.
Motion was made Council Member Manzo, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen, to take no action and defer this item to a future meeting date.
The motion carried, 4-0- 1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
EXTEND THE MEETING PAST 10: 00 P. M.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to extend the meeting past 10: 00 p. m., pursuant to City policy.
The motion carried, 4-0- 1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEMS
6. 1 AB 481 Military Equipment Annual Report 2022.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to receive and file the report.
The motion carried, 4- 0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
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6. 2 Designation of Voting Delegate and Alternate( s) for 2023 Annual League of California Cities ( Cal Cities) Conference to be held in Sacramento, California.
Mayor Nguyen expressed his interest to serve as the delegate on behalf of the City Council.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to appoint Mayor Nguyen as the delegate for voting purposes at the 2023 League of California Cities Annual Conference.
Council Member Phan West expressed her interest to serve as the delegate on behalf of the City Council.
Discussion ensued regarding delegate appointments.
Substitute motion was made by Council Member Phan West, to appoint herself as the delegate for voting purposes at the 2023 League of California Cities Annual Conference.
Motion died due to lack of a second.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, appoint Mayor Nguyen as the delegate and Vice Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Phan West as the two alternates for voting purposes at the 2023 League of California Cities Annual Conference.
The motion carried, 3-1-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, MANZO
NOES: PHAN WEST
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to appoint Vice Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Phan West as the two alternates for voting purposes at the 2023 League of California Cities Annual Conference.
The motion carried, 4-0- 1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
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6. 3 Introduce for First Reading an Ordinance Repealing Section 2.04.130 (Public Official and Employee Interactions) of the Westminster Municipal Code and Resolution No. 5076 ( Prior Policy Governing Public Official & Employee Interactions).
This item was requested by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen to be added to the agenda for discussion.
Vice Mayor Nguyen spoke in opposition of the current Ordinance and in support of the item as presented to rescind the current Ordinance.
Council Member Phan West spoke regarding the need for effective communication and in support of the item as presented to rescind the current Ordinance.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to approve the first reading of Ordinance No. 2603 entitled, " AN
ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING SECTION 2. 04. 130 ( PUBLIC OFFICIAL AND EMPLOYEE INTERACTIONS) CHAPTER 2. 04 ( CITY COUNCIL) TO TITLE 2 ( ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL) OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 5076," read by title only and waive further reading.
Council Member Manzo asked whether the current Ordinance prevents any member of the City Council from speaking directly with a department head.
City Manager Cordon provided clarification.
Discussion ensued regarding best practices in a City Manager/City Council form of government.
Mayor Nguyen expressed confusion of why this item is being presented.
Discussion ensued regarding past practices that led to the current Ordinance taking into effect.
Substitute Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen, to approve the first reading of an Ordinance No. 2603 entitled, " AN
ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING SECTION 2. 04. 130 ( PUBLIC OFFICIAL AND EMPLOYEE INTERACTIONS) CHAPTER 2. 04 ( CITY COUNCIL) TO TITLE 2 ( ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL) OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 5076," read by title
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only and waive further reading and create an ad hoc committee comprised of Vice Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Manzo to produce a new policy regarding public official and employee interactions.
The substitute motion carried, 3- 1-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
NOES: MANZO
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
6. 4 Consider Sending Letter in Support of Assembly Concurrent Resolution Ta) (" ACR - 71"), Designating a Portion of 1-405 Freeway as the Little Saigon Freeway.
This item was requested by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen to be added to the agenda for discussion.
Council Member Phan West provided background on the request to support ARC-
71. Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, to send a letter, signed by each Council Member, to support the adoption of ACR- 71, designating a portion of the 1-405 Freeway between Bolsa Chica Road and Magnolia Street as the Little Saigon Freeway and to walk in a Resolution.
Motion died due to lack of a second.
Mayor Nguyen spoke in opposition of Council Member Phan West' s motion.
Council Member Phan West commented on the request to walk- on a Resolution of support.
Vice Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 11:18 p. m.
Vice Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 11:18 p.m.
Discussion ensued regarding the walk- on Resolution and proposed signatures by Council Members on the letter of support.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 11:21 p.m.
Council Member Manzo spoke in opposition of the walk- on Resolution and asking each Council Member to sign the letter in support, rather than the letter coming from the Mayor on behalf of the City Council.
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Discussion ensued regarding staff costs for writing a Resolution.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 11:25 p.m.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, to send a letter signed by the Mayor, to support the adoption of ACR- 71, designating a portion of the 1-405 Freeway betweenBolsaChicaRoadand MagnoliaStreetas LittleSaigonFreeway.
Vice Mayor Nguyen requested for a friendly amendment of the motion to include the walk- on Resolution.
Mayor Nguyen did not agree on the friendly amendment to his motion.
Council Member Manzo voiced concerns on lack of support to the Mayor.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen, to send a letter signed by the Mayor, to support the adoption of ACR- 71, designating a portion of the 1-405 Freeway between Bolsa Chica Road and Magnolia Street as Little Saigon Freeway.
Council Member Manzo asked for clarification prior to the roll call vote on the names included on the letterhead of the letter.
Amended Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen, to send a letter signed by the Mayor, with the removal of the Council Member names from the letterhead, to support the adoption of ACR- 71, designating a portion of the 1-405 Freeway between Bolsa Chica Road and Magnolia Street as Little Saigon Freeway.
Substitute Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, to send a letter signed by the Mayor but to include the Council Members names who voted in favor of the item on the letterhead to support the adoption of ACR- 71, designating a portion of the 1-405 Freeway between Bolsa Chica Road and Magnolia Street as the Little Saigon Freeway and to walk in a Resolution, with the removal of Council Member Phan West' s name from the context of the Resolution.
Motion died due to lack of a second.
Amended Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen, to send a letter signed by the Mayor, with the removal of the Council Members names from the letterhead, to support the adoption of ACR- 71, designating a portion of the 1-405 Freeway between Bolsa Chica Road and Magnolia Street as Little Saigon Freeway.
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The motion carried, 3-1-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
NOES: MANZO
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEMS
7. 1 Request for Parking Restrictions at 14121 Cedarwood Street ( Westminster School District) — T. C. 23- 100
Mayor Nguyen commented on recent conversation with Assistant City Manager Ozaeta and his strong recommendation to move forward with this item.
Discussion ensued regarding the recommendation from staff and the Traffic Commission.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to adopt Resolution No. 5211, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, PROVIDING FOR
NO PARKING OR STOPPING AT A CERTAIN LOCATION ON THE WEST SIDE OF CEDARWOOD STREET, AT 14121 CEDARWOOD STREET".
The motion carried, 4-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: HO
ABSTAIN: NONE
8. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL/AGENCY MEMBERS ( Including AB 1234 Report when required)
Council Member Phan West thanked City staff for their hard work and closed wishing the community a Happy Fourth of July.
Council Member Manzo wished the community a Happy Fourth of July and thanked staff for their hard work and efforts.
Vice Mayor Nguyen thanked the Police department for their hard work, spoke regarding a recent ride along with the Police Department, thanked City staff for their hard work, and closed wishing the community a Happy Fourth of July.
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Mayor Nguyen wished everyone a Happy Fourth of July and thanked staff for their hard work and efforts.
9. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Nguyen adjourned the meeting at 11: 47 p. m.
Next Regular Meeting will be on held Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted:
AS TAN R. AROCHO, MMC
CITY CLERK
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CITY CLERK