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The City Council of the City of Westminster, California, convened on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at 5: 00 p. m. in a Closed Session via In- Person, City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
CLOSED SESSION
5: 00 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: 03 p. m., on Wednesday, July 26, 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
COUNCIL MEMBER KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
ABSENT: None
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum, with all members of the City Council present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
City Attorney Christian Bettenhausen
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Clerk Ashton Arocho
Assistant City Clerk Abigail Y. Alcala
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION
There was no member of the public present to speak on the Closed Session Agenda.
City Clerk Arocho read the Closed Session titles into the record:
1. Conference with Legal Counsel — Anticipated Litigation Government Code Section 54956. 9 ( d) ( 4))
Initiation of Litigation ( One Potential Case)
The Mayor and City Council entered Closed Session at 5:05 p.m.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the meeting at 5:50 p.m. from Closed Session.
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RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency meeting reconvened on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, to Open Session at 6:00 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
6: 00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Nguyen called the Regular Meeting of the City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 6: 05 p. m., on Wednesday, July 26, 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
COUNCIL MEMBER KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
ABSENT: NONE
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum, with all members of the City Council present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
City Attorney Christian Bettenhausen
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Clerk Ashton Arocho
Finance Director Erin Backs
Police Deputy Chief Darin Upstill
Human Resources and Risk Management Director Jodie
Griner
Public Works Director/ City Engineer Jake Ngo
Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson
Assistant City Clerk Abigail Y. Alcala
Police Commander Ron Weber
Police Commander Alan Iwashita
Sergeant at Arms Stewart DeJong
Planning Manager Steve Ratkay
Associate Planner Sandie Kim
Senior Planner Chris Wong
Housing Specialist Michael Son
Water Superintendent Scott Miller
Administrative Analyst Ilene Martinez
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SALUTE TO THE FLAG
The Flag Salute was led by Council Member Manzo.
INVOCATION
The Invocation was conducted by Council Member Phan West.
CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Bettenhausen reported that the City Council met in Closed Session on the item listed on the agenda and took the following action:
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to join in on existing litigation filed by Orange County Water District, along with several other water producers and cities, for case named Aqueous Film- Forming Foams Products Liability Litigation and authorized the City Manager to enter into any necessary agreements.
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
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
There were no Ex Parte Communications to be presented at this time.
REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
City Clerk Arocho reported that applications are still being accepted to serve on a City Board or Commission, announced City Council meeting cancellations for August, and highlighted that the City Clerk' s Office will attend the upcoming National Night Out event.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made the following announcements:
Movies and Music
The last Summer Movie Night will take place in the Civic Center featuring "Minions: The Rise of Gru!"
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We kick off our Summer Concert series featuring " Funk Station"! Come out and groove to the sounds of old school funk, soul, and R& B. Concerts begin at 6 p. m., on Thursday, August 3rd
Senior Center Luau
Join the Senior Center at their popular Luau Luncheon on Wednesday, August 2ndin the East/ West Room at the Community Services Building. There will be delicious food and entertainment. Tickets are $ 5.
Sigler Park Splash Pad
Just a reminder, the Sigler Park Splash Pad is open daily from 12: 00- 5: 00 p. m.! Come out and enjoy the new water features this Summer!
WPD Awards Ceremony:
On Thursday, July 13, 2023, The Westminster Police Department celebrated their annual employee awards banquet at the Rose Center. This event allowed The Chief of Police, Command Staff, and the Westminster Police Officer's Association to formally recognize members from the department for their courageous and exemplary service to the community during the year 2022. The recipients are selected from a committee of their peers, who follow a rigorous policy regarding the criteria for selecting these awards. The committee reviewed Body Worn Camera ( BWC) footage and police reports when making their selections. These recipients all demonstrated a high degree of dedication and professionalism.
In total, 68 awards were given out to both sworn and professional staff members. These awards ranged from Community Service, Life Saving, Above and Beyond, Chief' s Award, Top Shot, MADD Award, 10851, Police Unit Citation and Medal of Merit Award winners.
In addition, the Police Department also recognized those who received Supervisor, Officer, Part- Time Employee, Professional Staff, Volunteer, Rookie, and the Ron Weber Sr. Investigator of the Year awards for 2022.
It is no secret that the past year has been challenging, with the rising trend in mental health and homelessness calls for service, and the rise in violent crime across the nation.
Yet, despite these challenges going on across the nation, the men and women of the Westminster Police Department, both sworn and professional staff, continue to rise to the occasion to protect and serve our community every day.
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WPD— National Night Out
As a reminder, the Westminster Police Department will be hosting their Annual National Night Out event on August 1. Come out to enjoy food, activities and games!
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
THIS ITEM WAS PUSHED TO THE REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 13, 2023.
A. Certificate of Recognition — Retirement of Deputy Chief Darin Upstill.
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. D'vorah Mariscal thanked Mayor Nguyen for his participation in the recent safety meeting, expressed gratitude for those who supported City Manager Cordon at the last meeting, requested invocation to be led in a generic format, requested oral communications be reinstated by Zoom, spoke on the time allotment during oral communications and requested it to be extended to five minutes, commented on absences at the dais of various Council Members during the meeting, and expressed concern on lack of respect during meetings by Council Members to members of the public.
Council Member Ho asked City Attorney Bettenhausen the rules of Zoom participation now that the State is no longer in a State of Emergency.
City Attorney Bettenhausen responded stating that it is feasible.
2. Louie Beck commented on the invocation presented by Council Member Phan West, expressed concern regarding the impact of ADU' s (Agenda Item No. 3.4), and thanked the City Council for voting to keep City Manager Cordon.
3. Michael Verrengia expressed gratitude to Mayor Nguyen, Council Member Manzo, and Council Member Ho for voting to keep City Manager Cordon, thanked the City Council, along with City staff, for remaining present during the voluminous oral communications from the July 12th Closed Session meeting, commented on the retirement of Deputy Chief Upstill and thanked him for his service to the community.
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4. Tony Bui spoke on receipt of complaints from businesses who have been waiting for approval from the Planning Department, spoke regarding the Public Hearing Notice, and expressed concern on communication style in the City.
Mayor Nguyen responded to Mr. Bui's oral comments regarding Public Hearing notices and commented on the efforts from staff to continue to produce efficient and effective work product for the community.
5. Ly Nguyen commented on the recent vehicle accident of Mayor Nguyen and the announcement during a previous City Council meeting from the Westminster Police Department regarding the accident and commented on a previous Closed Session meeting regarding the item pertaining to the potential release of City Manager Cordon.
Mayor Nguyen responded to Ms. Nguyen' s oral comments regarding his recent vehicle accident.
6. Terry Rains commented on her recent attendance at the Safety event, spoke regarding the large amount of public support of City Manager Cordon, commented on roll call vote of the Closed Session, spoke on recent Public Records Act submitted regarding City Attorney Bettenhausen and Council Member PhanWest's communication at the dais, and closed with thanking Mayor Nguyen for his vote to take no action against the termination of City Manager Cordon.
7. Jessica Lostaunau spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 3. 4 and commented on her positive experience in dealing with accessory dwelling units.
8. Victoria Cooper encouraged members of the public to speak during public meetings and commented on her recent interaction with the Westminster Police Department during the July 12 Council meeting.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
Prior to the motion, Council Member Ho requested that Agenda Item No. 3. 4 be pulled for separate discussion. Additionally, Vice Mayor Nguyen requested that Agenda Item No. 3.7 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:
A. June 21, 2023 ( Special Meeting); and
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B. June 28, 2023 ( Closed Session and Regular Meeting); and C. July 12, 2023 (Closed Session and Regular Meeting).
3. 2 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Register dated July 6, 2023, through July 20, 2023.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
3. 3 Treasurer' s Report for June 2023.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
3. 4 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION.
SEE END OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR.)
3. 5 Approval of Proclamation.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the following proclamation:
A. Proclamation — Never Give Up Day: August 18, 2023.
3. 6 Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2604, Renewing the City' s Policy Regarding the Use of Military Equipment
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council conducted the second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 2604 entitled, " AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, " RENEWING THE CITY' S POLICY REGARDING THE USE OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT," read by title only and waived further reading.
3. 7 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION.
SEE END OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR.)
CONSENT CALENDAR — ALL ITEMS ( 3. 1- 3. 7)
Motion was made by Council Member Ho, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Agenda Item Nos. 3. 4 and
3. 7 which were 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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AGENDA ITEM( S) PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE
DISCUSSION
3. 4 Continued from the July 12, 2023, Regular Meeting - Accessory Dwelling Unit ADU) Standard Plans Update.
Council Member Ho commented on the importance behind this item and provided the background of the process.
Senior Planner Wong provided the staff report.
Discussion ensued regarding RHNA numbers, average processing time for an ADU, standardized plans, and various community viewpoints on approval of an ADU.
Vice Mayor asked for clarification on prefabricated homes being placed as an ADU.
Vice Mayor Nguyen asked resident, Louie Beck, to re- approach the podium and ask staff the questions she posed during oral communications.
Discussion ensued regarding parking at ADUs.
City Manager Cordon advised Ms. Beck to leave her contact information with City Clerk Arocho and staff will contact her offline.
Mayor Nguyen commented on the lack of standardized processes and plans for community members regarding ADUs, spoke in support of this item and commended staff for putting this item forward.
Discussion ensued regarding the standard plans and timeline when the plans will be made available to the public.
Council Member Phan West commented on the proposed metrics of an ADU.
Council Member Ho commented on the positive comments from the developers regarding the ADU process, spoke regarding the turnaround time, and thanked staff for their hard work on these efforts.
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Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Ho, 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
Following the item, Mayor Nguyen introduced the City of Garden Grove Mayor Jones and thanked him for attending tonight' s meeting.
3. 7 Adoption of Plans and Specifications and Authorization to Solicit Construction Bids for the Westminster Boulevard Street Improvement Project from Goldenwest Street to Hoover Street.
Vice Mayor Nguyen rescinded his request for separate discussion.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to:
A. Approve the plans and specifications for the Westminster Boulevard Street Improvement Project from Goldenwest Street to Hoover Street, and authorize the Public Works Director/ City Engineer to approve minor modifications to the plans and specifications to accommodate requested revisions from public safety and utility agencies; and
B. Authorize the Public Works Department to advertise and solicit construction bids for said project.
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 Continued from the July 12, 2023, Regular Meeting - City Council Review of the Planning Commission' s Approval of Case No. 2022- 0370 for a Conditional Use Permit to Establish an Elderly Day Health Care Center, and Development Review to Make Minor Site Improvements, Located at 8291 Westminster Boulevard ( Assessor' s Parcel Number 097- 401- 25).
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Senior Planner Kim presented the staff report.
Following the report, Mayor Nguyen commented on the review of certain projects following Planning Commission consideration/ approval and thanked the Planning Commission for their hard work and dedication to bettering the community.
Vice Mayor Nguyen requested that this case be reviewed by the City Council and spoke in opposition of the project.
Discussion ensued regarding health safety, emergency costs, ambulance services and potential increases in public safety and medical demands.
MAYOR NGUYEN OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
MAYOR NGUYEN ASKED IF THERE WERE ANY SPEAKERS WISHING TO SPEAK IN FAVOR OR IN OPPOSITION OF THE ITEM.
The following individual( s) spoke under oral communications:
1. Terry Rains commented on the request for the review of the case made by Vice Mayor Nguyen, responded to comments made by Council Member' s on ambulance and additional public safety demands, spoke on the applicant' s attendance at the original Public Hearing schedule of July 12, and commented on mutual aid agreements.
2. D'vorah Mariscal spoke on the building vacancy at the proposed location, commented on emergency services, and spoke in support of the proposed project.
3. Luke Tharasri, Applicant, provided clarification on the misrepresentation of the facility being an adult day care center, spoke on the provided ambulance services for PACE clients, commented on the proposed boundaries and desire to service up to 90% of Westminster residents, and spoke regarding on-site services to ensure healthy services to the community.
4. Jessica Lostaunanu urged Vice Mayor Nguyen to reconsider the project for approval to provide needed health care services to the community.
5. Clayton Chau, Applicant, spoke on the voiced concerns regarding increase demand for ambulance services, highlighted the importance of providing health care services to the community, provided clarification on the management of ambulance services, and urged the City Council to approve this project.
MAYOR NGUYEN CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
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Mayor Nguyen commented in support of the services for the community, but in opposition of the location selected.
Council Member Phan West requested that Luke Tharasri, Applicant, re- approach the podium for her questions and comments.
Discussion ensued regarding boundary areas, age group of the program, hours of operation, ambulance coverages, and in- home services.
Council Member Phan West spoke in favor of the program and project.
Council Member Manzo asked City Attorney Bettenhausen for clarification regarding public hearing processes and opening and closing the public hearing.
City Attorney Bettenhausen responded.
Council Member Manzo requested Mayor Nguyen to re-open the Public Hearing.
Mayor Nguyen did not re-open the Public Hearing.
Council Member Manzo asked the applicant for clarification on the proposed car port and accessibility of transferring patients / clients.
Council Member Manzo asked City Attorney Bettenhausen on the appropriate course of action, should the City Council deny the item.
City Attorney Bettenhausen responded.
Discussion ensued regarding the total amount of PACE facilities in Orange County.
Vice Mayor Nguyen provided clarification on the reason for appealing the case.
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 8:23 p.m.
Vice Mayor Nguyen commented on the importance of public safety response times.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 8:26 p.m.
Mayor Nguyen commented on the process for Public Hearings and thanked the applicants for being interested in serving the community of Westminster.
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Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen, to continue the Public Hearing to the Regular Meeting of October 11, 2023, and direct staff to work with the applicant to assist with producing further clarification on questions raised by the City Council.
A Substitute Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to adopt Resolution No. 5212, to uphold the Planning Commission' s approval of Case No. 2022- 0370.
The substitute 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. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Amendment No. 1 to Agreement and Purchase Order Increase with AET & Associates for Engineering Services for the 1-405 Improvement Project for Fiscal Year 22- 23.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta provided a brief staff report.
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 8:42 p.m.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to:
A. Approve Amendment No. 1 extending the term of the agreement to December 31, 2024; and
B. Increase the Purchase Order in the amount of $ 19, 240 to close out Fiscal Year 2022/ 23.
Prior to the roll call vote, Council Member Manzo asked staff for an update on the freeway project.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta stated that staff would be happy to bring forward an update at an upcoming City Council meeting.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 8:43 p.m.
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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. 2 Amendment No. 4 to the Agreement with Paymentus Corporation for Electronic Bill Payment Services.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Council Member Ho, to authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 4 with Paymentus Corporation for electronic bill payment services for the term ending March 24, 2024, in an amount not to exceed $ 130, 000
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
Following roll call vote, Council Member Phan West requested that the City Council receive a fully executed agreement once available.
5. 3 Increase Purchase Order to Wittman Enterprises, LLC for Paramedic and Ambulance Transportation Billing Services for Fiscal Year 2022- 23.
Discussion ensued regarding additional budget request for services, receipt of revenue, and proposed budget for calls of service.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Council Member Ho, to increase the purchase order for Wittman Enterprises by $ 26, 000 for paramedic and ambulance transportation billing services for Fiscal Year 2022- 23.
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
6. 1 Resolution Rescinding a Level 1 Water Supply Shortage.
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Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to adopt Resolution No. 5213 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING A LEVEL 1 WATER SUPPLY SHORTAGE."
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 commented on the length of the meeting, thanked staff for their hard work, thanked the residents for participating in the meeting, and wished the community a happy summer vacation.
Council Member Manzo spoke on recent attendance at the Safety Day event, thanked staff for their hard work, commented on recent community summer events and highlighted the great work of the Community Services Department, spoke on recent recognition event for the former first grade class of Hoover School, thanked Mayor Nguyen for attending, and thanked Assistant City Manager Ozaeta for contributing to the event planning and making it a success.
Council Member Ho commented on the recent recognition event for the former first grade class of Hoover School, thanked the Police Department for a great Annual Awards Ceremony, and highlighted the great work of the Community Services Department for summer events.
Mayor Nguyen commented on the cancellation of the August 9, 2023, Special Meeting, and asked City Manager Cordon to elaborate on the reschedule of the Strategic Plan Workshop.
Vice Mayor Nguyen highlighted the great work of the Community Services Department for summer events, spoke on the need to revitalize the community post- COVID- 19, and thanked the Police Department for their great work.
Mayor Nguyen highlighted the great work of the Community Services Department for summer events, spoke on recent attendance at the Safety Day event,
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commented on the recent recognition event for the former first grade class of Hoover School, highlighted recent groundbreaking event for Bolsa Row Terrace and the overwhelming support from city staff.
9. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
There beingno further businessto discuss, MayorNguyenadjournedthe meeting at 9:04 p.m. on Wednesday, July 26, 2023.
The regularly scheduled meeting of August 9, 2023, has been cancelled.
The next Adjourned Regular Meeting will be on held Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
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