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The City Council of the City of Westminster, California, convened on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at 4: 00 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
MayorNguyencalledtheClosedSessionMeetingoftheCityCouncil/SuccessorAgency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 4: 09 p. m., on Wednesday, September 13, 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
CityClerkArochoannounceda quorum, with all membersof the CityCouncilpresent.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
City Attorney Christian Bettenhausen
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Clerk Ashton Arocho
Administrative Assistant Tanya Ramirez
Prior to Oral Communications, City Attorney Bettenhausen stated that staff has requested to walk on an additional item for Closed Session:
1. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Potential Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 4)
Case: One Potential Case
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to walk on the item for Closed Session discussion.
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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
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION
There were no members of the public present to speak on the Closed Session Agenda.
City Attorney Bettenhausen read the Closed Session titles into the record:
1. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 1):
Case: Edinger v. City of Westminster, et al
OCSC Case No. 30- 2019- 01085700- CU- OE- CJC).
2. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 1):
Case: Fletcher v. City of Westminster, et al
OCSC Case No. 30- 2019- 01086193- CU- OE- CJC).
3. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 1):
Case: Pena v. City of Westminster
Case No. 30- 2021- 01229695).
4. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Potential Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 4)
Case: One Potential Case
The Mayor and City Council entered Closed Session at 4: 10 p.m.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the meeting at 5:31 p.m. from Closed Session.
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RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency/ Housing Authority meeting reconvened on Wednesday, September13, 2023, to OpenSessionat 6:00 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
6: 00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
MayorNguyencalledtheAdjournedRegularMeetingoftheCityCouncil/SuccessorAgency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency/Housing Authority Meeting to order at 6:03 p. m., on Wednesday, September 13, 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 Chief Darin Lenyi
Human Resources and Risk Management Director Jodie
Griner
Public Works Director/ City Engineer Jake Ngo
Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson
Administrative Assistant Tanya Ramirez
Police Commander Ron Weber
Sergeant at Arms Stewart DeJong
Sergeant at Arms Claire Tran
Orange County Fire Authority Chief Craig Covey
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
The Flag Salute was led by Vice Mayor Nguyen.
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INVOCATION
The Invocation was conducted by City Attorney Bettenhausen.
CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Bettenhausen reported that prior to the Mayor and City Council entering Closed Session, the following motion was moved and approved:
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to walk on an additional Closed Session item ( Agenda Item No. 4) as follows:
4. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Potential Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 4)
Case: One Potential Case
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
City Attorney Bettenhausen noted that the Mayor and City Council met under Closed Session regarding the four items listed on the agenda. The Mayor and City Council acted on Agenda Item No. 4 ( Potential Initiation of Litigation) as follows:
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to authorize the City to participate with other cities in the filing of an amicus curiae brief on the Johnson V. Grants Pass Ruling ( Case Nos. 20- 35752 and 20-35881).
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.
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REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
City Clerk Arocho reported that there was an amendment to the agenda respective to Agenda Item No. 3. 13 and a late communication for Agenda Item No. 5.4.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made the following announcements:
Back to School Safety Ops:
The Westminster PD Traffic and SRO units teamed with Cypress and Seal Beach Traffic and Los Alamitos SRO officers in order to conduct traffic education and enforcement on the first day of school for Westminster School District.
Officers were present at Warner and Johnson middle schools as well as Eastwood, Schmitt, Sequoia, Finley, Demille, and Weber elementary schools. Officers focused on violations pertaining to the safety of the children and parents walking to school. In total, officers issued forty-nine citations and a nearly equal number of warnings to motorists.
As our kids return to school, this is a reminder to drive safely and be aware of your surroundings during drop- off and pick- up times. Our Traffic Bureau will continue to provide high visibility throughout the school year to ensure our students stay safe.
City Clerk Office:
September 19 is National Voter Registration Day. The City Clerk's Office would like to encourage all members of our community to register to vote! For the youth in the community that are between ages 16-17, you are eligible to pre- register to vote! On your 18thbirthday, your registrationbecomesactive, andyou'll be eligibleto vote in upcoming elections. For more information on how to register, check the status of your registration, or how to pre-register to vote, please contact your City Clerk's Office at (714) 548-3237.
Public Works Department:
The completion of the resurfacing project at Sigler Park is set to complete by this week, which includes two handball courts, one and a half basketball courts, and three new pickleball courts.
Taste of Westminster
Sign up to experience the Taste of Westminster or to have your Restaurant participate in the event! The Taste of Westminster will be held here at the Civic Center Sunken Gardens
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on Friday, September 22nd 5- 9 p. m. and will feature different tastings from our local restaurants!
Fall Festival
Along with the Taste of Westminster, we will also be kicking off our three day Fall Festival the same weekend! Friday, September 22nd - Sunday, September 24th at the Civic Center, join us for an unforgettable experience to kick off the fall season. The Fall Festival will feature carnival rides, games, live entertainment, music, vendors, delicious food and even a Beer Garden! Bring your family and friends!
Last weekend to cool off at the Sigler Park Splash Pad
After this weekend, our Splash Pad will close for the season so stop by and make a day out of it. Splash around, play, and enjoy the outdoors. It will keep you and your kiddos cool and have a ton of fun! Public Hours are from 12-5 p.m.
New Staff
We would like to welcome our newest Staff Member to our team at the Senior Center:
Travis Ramsdell, Community Services and Recreation Coordinator
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
The Mayor and City Council presented the following proclamations to representatives from respective groups:
A. Presentation of Proclamation — Hunger Action Month.
B. Presentation of Proclamation — National Voter Registration Day.
Following the presentation of proclamations, the following item was heard:
C. Update from the Westminster Community Foundation.
The Foundation Board Members were present and provided an update to the Mayor and City Council. During the presentation, the Foundation requested that the Mayor and City Council consider donating $ 20, 000 to $ 25, 000 to the Foundation for start up costs to assist with marketing, website development, software purchasing and funding to support community events and fundraising efforts.
Mayor Nguyen directed City Manager Cordon to bring a staff report with such request to the City Council at a future meeting date for discussion and consideration.
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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. Jessica Lostaunau spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 3 and asked for further clarification on Agenda Item No. 5. 4.
2. Tim Hogan commented on the fiscal deficit of the City and spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 3.
3. Dao Tran spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5. 4.
4. Nhat Lihn Than Thi spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5.4 and commented on recent actions of Council Member Phan West.
Council Member Manzo left the dais at 6:52 p.m.
5. Hue Doanetto commented on recent actions of Council Member Phan West and spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5. 4.
6. Monique Nguyen commented on recent actions of Council Member Phan West and commented in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5. 4.
Council Member Manzo returned to the dais at 6:58 p.m.
7. Gigi Vo spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5.4 and commented on recent actions of Council Member Phan West.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 7:04 p.m.
8. John Gentile commented in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5. 4.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 7:08 p.m.
9. Dennis McGrath commented on public safety concerns in public parks throughout the community.
Mayor Nguyen responded to comments made by Mr. McGrath concerning public parks.
Council Member Phan West requested that the Police Department staff reach out to Mr. McGrath regarding his concerns.
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10. D'Vorah Mariscal spoke in support of increasing City Council salary, if all other benefits are waived ( Agenda Item No. 3. 6), spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 3. 8, highlighted her support for Agenda Item Nos. 3. 10 and 3. 11, spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5. 4 and closed with comments relative to the WAGS Animal Control Shelter.
11. Pam Gremling commented in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5.4.
12. Kim Springer spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 3 and opposition of Agenda Item No. 5. 4.
13. Chris Eggar spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 3.
14. Terry Rains spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 3.5, opposition of Agenda Item No. 3. 8, requested that virtual public participation be reimplemented, commented on current Foundation Board Member vacancies ( Agenda Item 5. 2), commented on Traffic Commission vacancy and applications ( Agenda Item 7. 1), spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5. 4 and commented on recent Public Records Requests related to the 2021 City Council recall efforts.
Vice Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 7:23 p.m.
15. Tony Bui spoke on concerns in the community and spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 4.
Vice Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 7:26 p.m.
16. Dr. Long Pham commented on the recent anniversary of the September 11th attacks and commented on past violent attacks in the community.
Following the comments made, Mayor Nguyen respectfully asked members of the public to not include other members of the public in their comments, especially those who are not present in Council Chambers.
Council Member Ho asked Police Chief Lenyi to connect with the resident to assist with concerns.
Police Chief Lenyi responded to the Mayor and City Council regarding the incident identifying that this incident occurred outside city boundaries in Garden Grove.
17.Victoria Kim Cooper commented on protecting the Westminster community, commented on actions of Council Member Phan West and Council Member Ho Agenda Item No. 5. 4).
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18. John Angrisani commented on concerns in public parks throughout the community, spoke on the lack of decorum shown by members of the public towards the elected officials, specifically Council Member Phan West, spoke on recent meeting with Council Member Phan West and thanked her for the efforts made towards bettering District 1 and closed with thanking the Police Department' s School Resource Officer.
CouncilMemberPhanWestthankedMr. Angrisanifor attendingand participatingin the meeting and for voicing his concerns regarding the community and recognizing the good work done by the Police Department.
19. Louie Beck commented in opposition of Agenda Item No. 3.6, commented on concerns of Agenda Item No. 5.4 and commented in opposition of Agenda Item No. 3. 8.
20. David Pirniakan was called upon but was not present in Council Chambers.
Following oral communications, Mayor Nguyen responded to comments made regarding Agenda Item No. 3.8.
City Attorney Bettenhausen reiterated the recommendation before the City Council regarding Agenda Item No. 3.8 for public clarification.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
Prior to the motion, Council Member Phan West requested to pull Agenda Item No. 3.6 and Council Member Manzo requested to pull Agenda Item Nos. 3. 5 and 3. 8.
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. August 16, 2023 ( Closed Session and Adjourned Regular Meeting); and B. August 23, 2023 ( Cancellation).
3. 2 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Registers dated July 20, 2023, through August 10, 2023.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
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3. 3 Approval of Proclamation.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the following proclamations:
A. Proclamation — World Alzheimer' s Month ( September 2023); and B. Proclamation — National Hispanic Heritage Month ( September 15 — October 15, 2023); and
C. Proclamation — Fire Prevention Week ( October 8- 14, 2023).
3. 4 Treasurer' s Report for July 2023.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
3. 5 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION.
3. 6 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION.
3. 7 Westminster Housing Authority Annual Report and Senate Bill 341 Report for Fiscal Year 2022- 2023.
ACTION: The Chair and Authority Board Members:
A. Approved the Housing Authority Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2022-2023, which also serves as the compliance document for Senate Bill 341; and B. Authorized the transmittal of the report to the California Department of Housing and Community Development as required by State law; and C. Authorized staff to make adjustments to the report based on completion of the annual third- party fiscal audit and resubmit, as necessary.
3. 8 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION.
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3. 9 Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2606, Amending Section
2. 56. 060 ( PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION - POWERS AND DUTIES GENERALLY) to Update Rules Governing City Commissions.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 2606 entitled, " AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2. 56. 060 ( PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION — POWERS AND DUTIES GENERALLY), TO UPDATE RULES GOVERNING CITY COMMISSIONS," read by title only and waive further reading.
3.10 Special Event Permit Application from Coordinating Committee of Vietnamese American Youth Organizations and A Plus Education Organization to host a Mid-Autumn Children' s Festival ( Tet Trung Thu) on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at the Westminster Civic Center Sunken Gardens, 8200 Westminster Blvd.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the Special Event Permit, subject to the conditions.
3. 11 Special Event Permit Application from Dien Dan Giao Dan, Inc., Laity Forum- Non- Profit Organization, and the Coalition of the Republic of Vietnam Veteran Associations in Southern California to host a President Ngo Dinh Diem Commemoration event on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park, 14180 All American Way.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the Special Event Permit, subject to the conditions.
3. 12 Adoption of Plans and Specifications and Authorization to Solicit Construction Bids for the Edwards Street Improvement Project from Westminster Boulevard to Trask Avenue.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council:
A. Approved the plans and specifications for the Edwards Street Improvement Project from Westminster Boulevard to Trask Avenue, 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. Authorized the Public Works Department to advertise and solicit construction bids for said project.
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3. 13 THIS ITEM WAS MOVED TO REGULAR BUSINESS ( NOW AGENDA ITEM NO.
5. 5).
CONSENT CALENDAR — ALL ITEMS ( 3. 1- 3. 12)
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Agenda Item Nos. 3. 5, 3. 6 and
3. 8 which were pulled for separate discussion and the removal of Agenda Item No.
3. 13 which will now be heard as Agenda Item No. 5. 5.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
AGENDA ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE
DISCUSSION
3. 5 Westminster Police Department 2022 Annual Report.
This item was pulled by Council Member Manzo to highlight accomplishments made by the Police Department.
Police Chief Lenyi provided a brief staff report.
Mayor Nguyen commented on the quick response time identified in the report and thanked the entire department for their service to the community.
Council Member Manzo thanked Police Chief Lenyi for his report.
Council Member Phan West thanked Police Chief Lenyi and the entire department for their hard work.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, 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
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3. 6 Update on Senate Bill 329 Pertaining to City Council Compensation.
This item was pulled by Council Member Phan West for a brief staff report.
City Attorney Bettenhausen provided a brief staff report.
Mayor Nguyen highlighted that this item is to provide the City Council with an update on the Senate Bill and to receive and file the report.
Council Member Phan West asked for clarification if no action is taken versus if Council acts.
City Attorney Bettenhausen provided clarification on the item before the City Council.
Council Member Phan West asked for a survey to be conducted of neighboring cities Council compensation and asked for clarification on the effective date of the compensation increase if Council approved.
City Attorney Bettenhausen responded.
Council Member Manzo stated that he doesn't agree with the City Council receiving a compensation increase during the current fiscal deficit of the City.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen, to receive and file the report and directed staff to complete a survey of surrounding cities Council compensation and bring back to the City Council at a later date.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
3. 8 Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2605, Amending Section
2. 04. 040 ( MEETINGS- DISCUSSIONS- REFERRAL TO DEPARTMENTS) of the Westminster Municipal Code Relative to Oral Communications at Council Meetings.
This item was pulled by Council Member Manzo.
Council Member Manzo requested that this item be reconsidered prior to the second
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reading.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Council Member Ho, to amend the recommendation to allow for five minutes per speaker on items on the agenda and three minutes per speaker on items not on the agenda.
Mayor Nguyen commented on the item and the approval of the first reading of the Ordinance.
A Substitute motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen, to conduct a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2605 entitled, " AN
ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2. 04. 040 ( MEETINGS-
DISCUSSIONS- REFERRAL TO DEPARTMENTS) OF THE WESTMINSTER
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATIVE TO ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AT COUNCIL MEETINGS," read by title only and waive further reading.
Substitute motion carried, 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
NOES: MANZO, HO
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
4. 1 Fiscal Year 2022/ 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report.
Michael Son, Housing Specialist, provided the staff report.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 8:21 p. m.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 8:23 p. m.
Council Member Manzo asked staff to comment on the disabled loan program for multi- family housing.
Housing Specialist Son responded and provided clarification.
Council Member Phan West commented on the great work from staff.
MAYOR NGUYEN OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
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MAYOR NGUYEN ASKED IF THERE WERE ANY SPEAKERS WISHING TO SPEAK IN FAVOR OR IN OPPOSITION OF THE ITEM.
The following individual spoke under oral communications:
1. Terry Rains commented on prior support of CDBG funding by the City Council, spoke on restrictions of government funding, highlighted the high level of homeless benefiting from these funding and not senior residents.
MAYOR NGUYEN CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Council Member Manzo asked staff to respond to items brought up during oral communications.
Housing Specialist Son responded to County programs.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to:
A. Approve the Fiscal Year 2022/ 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report ( CAPER); and
B. Authorize the City Manager to transmit the CAPER to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development ( HUD) by September 28, 2023.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Award of Contract for the Westminster Boulevard Street Improvement Project from Goldenwest Street to Hoover Street, No. P- 2564.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Council Member Ho, to:
A. Approve the award of contract to the lowest and responsible bidder in the amount of $ 1,123,000. 00 to Onyx Paving Company, Inc. and that all other bids be rejected; and
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B. Authorize a 10% contingency in the amount of $ 112, 300. 00 for potential change orders; and
C. Authorize the City Manager to execute.
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 City Council Appointments to the Westminster Community Foundation.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to continue the item to the next regularly scheduled meeting of September 27, 2023.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 3 Presentation by Megan' s Organic Market for Cannabis Retail.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 8:38 p.m.
Representatives from Megan' s Organic Market provided a brief presentation.
Mayor Nguyen returned the dais at 8:40 p.m.
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 8:41 p.m.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 8:45 p.m.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 9:01 p.m.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 9:03 p.m.
Discussion ensued regarding tax revenue, adoption of a tax, local hiring, and crime stats.
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Council Member Ho left the dais at 9: 12 p. m.
Mayor Nguyen asked for current operations stores and locations, along with crime stats.
Representatives from Megan' s Organic Market provided an overview of current stores and highlighted their low crime rates.
Council Member Ho returned to the dais at 9:15p.m.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to receive and file the presentation.
The motion carried, 4-0-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: N. NGUYEN
5. 4 Review of Process for Placement of Agenda Items.
This item was placed on the agenda by Council Member Phan West and seconded by Council Member Ho.
Council Member Ho commented on her reasoning for seconding the item for discussion.
Council Member Phan West highlighted the reason this item is being presented to the Council for consideration and discussion, ensuring that every member of the City Council is treated equally.
Council Member Manzo commented his opposition of the change.
Council Member Ho spoke in agreeance with the comments made by Council Member Manzo and is in opposition to changing the current policy.
Discussion ensued regarding the item
Mayor Nguyen asked for clarification on what neighboring cities do when it comes to the directly elected Mayor position and role.
City Manager Cordon provided clarification.
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Mayor Nguyen spoke on the passing of the current policy and highlighted his confusion on why this item is being brought forward.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to allow for all members of the City Council ( including the Mayor) to add an item onto the agenda without the requirement of having a member of the City Council to second the item.
Substitute Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to take no action on this item.
The substitute motion carried, 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, HO
NOES: N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 5 Award of Contract for the Newland Street Waterline Improvements Project to All Cities Engineering, Inc., Project P- 2574.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to:
A. Approved the award of contract to the lowest and responsible bidder in the amount of $ 580, 950 to All Cities Engineering, Inc. and that all other bids be rejected; and
B. Authorized a 10% contingency in the amount of$ 58, 095 for potential change orders; and
C. Authorized the City Manager to execute the contract on behalf of the City.
The motion carried, 4-0-0- 1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: PHAN WEST
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEMS
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 9:51 p.m.
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6. 1 Considerthe Appointmentof a CouncilMemberto Representthe City on the West Orange County Water Board as the Second Alternate and Approve the FifthAmendmentto WestOrangeCountyWaterBoardJoint PowersAuthority Agreement.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Ho, to approve the Fifth Amendment to the West Orange County Water Board Joint Powers Authority Agreement.
The motion carried, 4-0-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to appoint Council Member Ho to representthe City on the West Orange County Water Board as the Second Alternate.
The motion carried, 4-0-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
6. 2 Introduce for First Reading an Uncodified Ordinance Extending Certain Land Use Related Deadlines for Entitlements Granted in Compliance with Title 17 Zoning Code) And Finding the Ordinance Not Subject to the California Environmental Quality Act.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to introduce Ordinance No. 2607 for first reading entitled, " AN ORDINANCE OF THE
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
EXTENDING CERTAIN LAND USE RELATED DEADLINES FOR ENTITLEMENTS GRANTED IN COMPLIANCE WITH TITLE 17 ( ZONING CODE) AND FINDING THE
ORDINANCE NOT SUBJECT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT," read by title only and waive further reading.
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The motion carried, 4-0-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEMS
7. 1 Appointment to City Commissions, Boards, and Committees - Traffic Commission for 2022- 2024.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 9:54 p.m.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to appoint Kristin Summers ( Council Member Phan West' s appointee) to the Traffic Commission for a two- year term ( 2022- 2024), waiving any other applicable requirements.
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
8. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL/ AGENCY MEMBERS ( Including AB 1234 Report when required)
Council Member Ho thanked the public for participating in the meeting and spoke in remembrance of those who lost their lives during the attacks on September 11th and thanked the first responders and public safety for continuing to serve the community.
Vice Mayor Nguyen commented on a recent meeting with Police Chief Lenyi and Council Member Phan West regarding homeless within the community.
Council Member Manzo echoed the commented made by Council Member Ho for those who lost their lives during the attacks on September 11th, thanked Orange County Fire Chief Covey for his recent efforts in Maui and thanked staff for assisting with the concerns of the homeless community.
Council Member Phan West spoke in remembrance of those who lost their lives during the attacks on September 11thand urged the community to continue to come
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together in unity, spoke on the ad hoc committee with Vice Mayor Nguyen regarding homelessness, and closed with comments of different legislative bills.
Mayor Nguyen thanked the police department for continuing to protect the community, commented on recent attendance of community events, spoke on housing voucher sponsored by Orange County,
Vice Mayor Nguyen provided an additional comment regarding an upcoming program from the Police Department.
Mayor Nguyen sent his regards to the family of a recent home invasion and thanked the police department for their quick response.
9. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
Therebeingnofurtherbusinessto discuss, MayorNguyenadjournedthe meeting at 10:17 p.m. on Wednesday, September 13, 2023.
The next Regular Meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at 6:00 p. m.
Respectfully submitted:
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SHTON R. AROC :, MMC
CITY CLERK
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MAYOR
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ASHTON R. ARO HO, MMC
CITY CLERK
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