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TheCityCouncilofthe Cityof Westminster, California, convenedonWednesday, October 25, 2023, at 4:30 p.m. in a Closed Session via In-Person, City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
CLOSED SESSION
4: 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 4: 35 p. m., on Wednesday, October 25, 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 CARLOS MANZO DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1 ( Arrived at 4: 36 P. M.)
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum of the City Council present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
City Attorney Christian Bettenhausen
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Clerk Ashton Arocho
Administrative Assistant Tanya Ramirez
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION
There were no members 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 pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 1): Existing Litigation Case: Aqueous Film- Forming Foams Products Liability Litigation Case# 2: 18- mn- 02873 ( D. S. C) (" AFFF MDL") Case# 2: 22- cv- 1798- RMG.
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2. Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 1): Existing Litigation Case: Westminster and the Successor Agency v. Siraj Hassanally, et al.
OC Superior Court Case# 30- 2022- 01293334- CU- WM- CJC).
Prior to the Mayor and City Council entering Closed Session, Council Member Phan West arrived.
The Mayor and the entire City Council entered Closed Session at 4:36 p.m.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the meeting at 5:47 p.m. from Closed Session.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency meeting reconvened on Wednesday, October 25, 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: 01 p. m., on Wednesday, October 25, 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 PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1
COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
ABSENT: NONE
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum 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
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Human Resources and Risk Management Director Jodie
Griner
Public Works Director/ City Engineer Jake Ngo
Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson
Community Development Director Catherine Lin
Administrative Assistant Tanya Ramirez
Deputy Police Chief Ron Weber
Sergeant at Arms Stewart DeJong
Sergeant at Arms Kees Tran
Sergeant at Arms Claire Tran
Orange County Fire Authority Captain Nolan McGaughy
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
Council Member Phan West led the flag salute.
INVOCATION
Council Member Ho conducted the invocation.
CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Bettenhausen reported that the Mayor and City Council met under Closed Session regarding the items listed on the agenda and took no reportable action.
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
There were no Ex Parte Communications to be presented at this time.
REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
City Clerk Arocho reminded the public of changes made to oral communications per Ordinance No. 2605.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made the following announcements:
Drug Take Back Day
On Saturday, October 28, the Westminster Police Department will be participating in the National Prescription Take Back Day Event. In partnership with the DEA, personnel will be on- site in the City Hall parking lot for citizens to bring forward unwanted, unused, and expired prescriptions for disposal. The event is free and anonymous.
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Halloween Spooktacular and Movie Night
On Friday, October 27 join in on the fun as we have over 45 trunks participating in this year' s Trunk or Treat event! We will also be showing Super Mario Bros. for Movie Night! There will be a Ghost Hunt for prizes, a free photobooth, Candy Land Maze and a Haunted Hallway hosted by the Police Department! We will also be celebrating Dia De Los Muertos with Community Ofrendas decorated by various groups. Food will also be available for purchase.
Senior Center Luncheons
Join the Senior Center for their seasonal lunches featuring live entertainment! The Halloween Luncheon & Costume Contest will take place on Tuesday, October 31st and Veteran' s Day Luncheon will take place on Thursday, November 9th. Tickets are $ 5; however, our Veteran' s Day Lunch is free for Veterans.
Proud Veterans Signs
Veterans can pick up a `Proud Veteran' yard sign at the Community Services Building between now and November 9th! Contact the Community Services & Recreation Department at ( 714) 895-2860 for more information and to reserve your sign today.
Tet Parade
The 2024 Tet Parade, " Year of the Dragon" is approaching! The parade will be held on Saturday, February 10th. Opening Ceremony will begin at 8:30 a.m. and the Parade will start at 9:30 a.m. Parade Entry Applications and Sponsorship Opportunities are available now on our website. Sign up now to secure your spot!
Prior to Special Presentations, staff announced that the following item was identified after the agenda was posted and is being requested as a walk- on item for City Council consideration:
Approval of Proclamation.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Mayor and City Council approve the following proclamation:
A. Proclamation — Extra Mile Day ( November 1).
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Ho, to approve the walk on item and include it under the Consent Calendar as Agenda Item No. 3. 8.
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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
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Orange County Grand Jury Representation Michael Verrengia the following presentation for the Mayor and City Council:
A. Presentation by Orange County Grand Jury.
The Mayor and City Council presented to the following:
B. Recognition to Kelly Ha for receiving the 2023 Hamilton Scholars Award.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 6:24 p.m.
The following individuals spoke under oral communications on agenda items:
1. Dao Tran spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 2.
2. Tina Cao spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 2.
3. Monique Nguyen spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 2.
4. Hue Doanetto spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 2.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 6:38 p.m.
5. Nhu Hao spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 2.
6. Victoria Cooper commented on concerns of the Mayor and City Council.
Mayor Nguyen interjected on the public speaker's comments, reminding all members of the public that this time of the meeting is to address the City Council related to items on the agenda ( only).
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen called for a recess at 6:46 p.m.
RECONVENE: Mayor Nguyen reconvened the meeting at 6:54 p.m.
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CALL TO ORDER: 6: 54 PM
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
VICE MAYOR, DISTRICT 4 NAMQUAN NGUYEN
COUNCIL MEMBER, DISTRICT 1 AMY PHAN WEST
COUNCIL MEMBER, DISTRICT 2 CARLOS MANZO
COUNCIL MEMBER, DISTRICT 3 KIMBERLY HO
ABSENT: NONE
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — AGENDA ITEMS ( CONTINUED)
The following individuals spoke under oral communications on agenda items:
7. Binh Dam spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 2.
8. Thomas Dam spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 2.
9. Charles D' Auria spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 7. 3
10.Terry Rains commented on the great presentation from the OC Grand Jury Special Presentation Item A), commented on the continued recruitment efforts Agenda Item No. 5. 1), spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5. 2, commented on appointments ( Agenda Item No. 7. 1), spoke on lack of context within the staff reports for Agenda Item Nos. 7. 2 and 7. 3, spoke on the change of oral communications on non- agenda items ( Agenda Section 8), requested zoom access to be brough back ( Agenda Section 8), and requested that the meeting be adjourned in memory of the recent passing of Kenny Hoang ( Agenda Section 10).
11. Tim Hogan raised concerns on the approval of signage for Agenda Item No. 5. 2 and commented on the lack of safety signage near the district.
12. Nhat Linh spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 2.
13. Andy Nguyen spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5.2.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
Council Member Phan West requested that Agenda Item Nos. 3. 1 and 3. 5 be pulled for separate discussion.
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3. 1 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION. ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR).
3. 2 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Registers dated October 3, 2023 Through October 18, 2023.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
3. 3 Treasurer' s Report for September 2023.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
3. 4 Acceptance of Final Parcel Map Number 2019- 151 for 7311 Texas Street.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council accepted the Final Parcel Map Number 2019- 151 and authorized the City Clerk to sign and seal the map.
3. 5 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION. ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR).
3. 6 Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2608, Amending Chapter
2. 62. 050 ( Commission on Aging — Membership) of the Westminster Municipal Code.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council conducted a second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 2608 entitled, " AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2. 62. 050 ( COMMISSION ON AGING - MEMBERSHIP), OF TITLE 2
ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL), OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE, TO UPDATE RULES OF GOVERNING CITY COMMISSIONS," read by title only and waive further reading.
3. 7 Investment Policy Annual Review.
ACTION: The Mayor/ Chair and City Council/ Agency Members accepted the Statement of Investment Policy with no changes from the previous approval.
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THE FOLLOWING AGENDA ITEM WAS ADDED TO THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS A WALK- ON ITEM.
3. 8 Approval of Proclamation.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the following proclamation:
A. Proclamation - Extra Mile Day ( November 1).
CONSENT CALENDAR — ALL ITEMS ( 3. 1- 3. 8)
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Council Member Ho, to approve the Consent Calendar, with the addition of Agenda Item No. 3. 8 and with the exception of Agenda Item Nos. 3. 1 and 3. 5 pulled for separate discussion.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
AGENDA ITEM( S) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE
DISCUSSION
3. 1 Minutes of the City Council and Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency.
This item was pulled by Council Member Phan West.
Council Member Phan West requested amendments to Section 8 ( Comments from City Council/ Agency Members) of the proposed minutes.
City Clerk Arocho noted the requested changes and identified that the amendments would be implemented following approval and adoption of the minutes.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen, to approve the amended minutes as presented for the date listed below:
A. October 11, 2023 ( Closed Session and Regular Meeting).
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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
3. 5 Notice of Completion for the work performed by KASA Construction, Inc. for the Garden Grove Complete Streets — Project No. P- 2534; Federal- Aid Project No. ATPL 5338( 052).
This item was pulled by Council Member Phan West for questions of staff.
Public Works Director Ngo provided clarification on the project.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Vice Mayor Nugyen, to accept the subject project and authorize the City Clerk's Office to file a Notice of Completion with the County Clerk- Recorder' s Office.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
Prior to the roll call vote, Council Member Manzo commented on ex parte communication reports.
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
Following the roll call vote, Council Member Phan West clarified for the record that she was not in conversation with KASA Construction, Inc. but had a social interaction with them at a recent ribbon cutting event.
AGENDA ITEM MOVED OUT- OF- ORDER
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen, to move Agenda Item No. 5. 2 out of order.
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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THE FOLLOWING ITEM WAS HEARD OUT OF ORDER.
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 2 Redesignation of Street Name Signs on Bishop Place between Magnolia Street and Brookhurst Street, Weststate Street between Bolsa Avenue and Bishop Place, and Moran Street between Bolsa Avenue and Bishop Place in Little Saigon.
This item was placed on the agenda by Mayor Nguyen.
Mayor Nguyen provided a brief staff report.
Council Member Manzo asked staff for clarification on how common this type of street naming convention is throughout other agencies/ organizations.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta provided common examples in nearby cities.
Council Member Ho spoke in support of the item and highlighted the importance of branding throughout the city.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Ho, to move forward with the proposed changes.
Council Member Phan West commented on concerns raised by members of the public related to changing of street names and asked for further clarification on the maintenance cost.
Discussion ensued regarding maintenance of the signage by the city, naming conventions, safety personnel training on new signage, and branding concepts.
Following Council Member comments, Mayor Nguyen asked City Clerk Arocho to continue with the motion on the floor.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Ho, to move forward with the proposed changes.
Substitute motion was made by Council Member Phan West, to fully change and re- name the streets with the proposed names identified in the staff report.
Discussion ensued regarding the potential costs associated with changing the street names and the impact on businesses and property owners for address changes.
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An Amended Substitute motion was made by Council Member Phan West, to direct staff to research streets within the city that is not currently tied to an address to rename the streets with the proposed street names.
Mayor Nguyen reminded Council Member Phan West of the staff report and what the item is requesting, urging any additional discussion or proposed changes to be brought back to the City Council as an additional staff report.
City Attorney Bettenhausen commented on the substitute motion.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to call the question.
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
An Amended Substitute motion was made by Council Member Phan West, to not move forward with the proposed item and to direct staff to research streets within the city that is not currently tied to an address to rename the streets with the proposed street names.
There was no second to the amended substitute motion. The amended substitute motion failed.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Ho, to move forward with the proposed changes.
The motion carried, 4- 1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, MANZO, HO
NOES: PHAN WEST
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
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4. PUBLIC HEARING —
4. 1 Public Hearing and Resolution to Determine and Declare a Public Nuisance and Conduct Weed Abatement for Fall 2023.
Public Works Director Ngo provided the staff report.
Council Member Phan West thanked the Public Works staff for their hard work and asked for clarification on total amount of notices sent to the property owners prior to the hearing.
Council Member Manzo asked staff regarding repeated violators on the list from 2021 to present.
Discussion ensued regarding current processes and procedures prior to issuing citations, reimbursement requests from the City to property owners for maintenance done, along with code enforcement and staff time exhausted on repeated properties.
City Manager Cordon provided additional clarification on the current process and raised awareness of the continued challenge in contacting and citing property owners.
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 individuals spoke under oral communications:
1. D'Vorah Mariscal spoke on the lack of maintenance at Liberty Park, spoke on the high volume of broken glass on sidewalks throughout the City, commented on ungroomed hedges near public roadways causing potential safety concerns to drivers and pedestrians.
Prior to the conclusion of her comments, she requested a proclamation from the Mayor and City Council in honor of the current hostages in Israel.
Council Member Phan West thanked the public speaker for their comments and spoke in support of the request to honor the current hostages in Israel.
Mayor Nguyen reminded members of the City Council to request to speak so there are no disruptions.
2. Terry Rains raised concerns on repeated vacant and occupied properties outlined in the staff report and past reports, spoke on beautification initiatives in
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other cities to help improve property maintenance and upkeep, and spoke in support of Council Member Manzo's comments on implementing citations and fines throughout the year.
MAYOR NGUYEN CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to:
A. Overrule any objections received at the subject Public Hearing for the abatement of the weeds; and
B. Adopt Resolution No. 5218 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
DETERMINING AND DECLARING THAT CERTAIN WEEDS ARE GROWING
UPON CERTAIN STREETS, SIDEWALKS, PARKWAYS, AND PRIVATE
PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, AND RUBBISH AND REFUSE
HAVE BEEN DEPOSITED UPON SIDEWALKS, PARKWAYS AND PRIVATE PROPERTY IN THE CITY, AND THAT THE SAME ARE A PUBLIC NUISANCE;
ORDERING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO HAVE SAID WEEDS
DESTROYED AND TO HAVE RUBBISH AND REFUSE REMOVED AS
REQUIRED BY LAW."
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. 2 Public Hearing - Approval of the Westminster Mall Specific Plan Reimbursement Fee.
Management Analyst Salz, along with Economic & Planning Systems Managing Principal Jason Moody provided the staff report.
Council Member Phan West raised her concerns on the property owners that have not come forward with the plans thus far and commented on her willingness to meet with them.
Council Member Manzo asked for clarification on potential objections from current developer and that the proposed cost recovery is standard for this type of project.
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Management Analyst Saiz and Assistant City Manager Ozaeta provided comments.
Discussion ensued regarding the fees outlined in the staff report.
Council Member Ho requested clarification on the total amount time spent on this item from staff.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta outlined the timesheet tracking process for capturing staff time spent.
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 individuals spoke under oral communications:
1. Terry Rains commented on written communications not provided in the staff report and spoke on the fee reimbursement calculations.
MAYOR NGUYEN CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to adopt Resolution No. 5219 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR
AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING THE WESTMINSTER MALL SPECIFIC PLAN REIMBURSEMENT
FEE AND FINDING SUCH ACTION EXEMPT UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT."
Prior to the roll call vote, Council Member Manzo asked Economic & Planning Systems Managing Principal Moody to address the comments made during oral communications regarding the fee reimbursement calculations.
Economic & Planning Systems Managing Principal Moody provided clarification on what is outlined in the staff report and inflation costs adjustments.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
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5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Continued from the October 11, 2023 Regular Meeting - City Council Appointment to the Westminster Community Foundation.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Ho, to appoint Topaz Tran ( Council Member Phan West' s appointee with a term ending January 2025) and K.C. Wolbert ( Council Member Phan West' s appointee with a term ending January 2026) to the Westminster Community Foundation.
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 THIS ITEM WAS HEARD OUT OF ORDER( SEE PRIOR TO PUBLIC HEARINGS).
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEM - None
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEMS
7. 1 Continued from the October 11, 2023 Regular Meeting - Appointment to Parks Recreation Commission for 2022- 2024.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to appoint the following individuals to the Parks & Recreation Commission for a term ending December 2024, waiving other applicable requirements:
1. Christine Hernandez ( Council Member Ho' s appointment).
2. Tim Hogan ( Vice Mayor Nguyen' s appointment).
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
Prior to the next Agenda Item, Vice Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Phan West announced that they needed to leave the meeting.
Vice Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Phan West left the meeting at 8:56 p.m.
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Mayor Nguyen noted for the record that the meeting would continue as a quorum of the City Council was still present.
7. 2 Proposal to Install Parking Restrictions on the East and West Side of Willow Lane Between 6251 Mahogany Avenue and 14202 Willow Lane - T. C. 23- 101.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta provided a brief staff report.
Motion was made by Council Member Ho, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to adopt Resolution No. 5220 entitled, " 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 ON THE EAST AND WEST SIDE OF WILLOW LANE, BETWEEN 6251 MAHOGANY AVENUE AND 14202 WILLOW LANE."
The motion carried, 3-0-2-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
7. 3 Request for Parking Restrictions on the West Side of Chestnut Street between Santee Avenue and the Orange County Flood Control District Channel - T. C. 75- 127.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta provided a brief staff report.
Council Member Manzo asked regarding potential objections to these restrictions from So Cal Edison.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta provided confirmation and clarification.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Council Member Ho, to adopt Resolution No. 5221 entitled, " 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 CHESTNUT STREET BETWEEN SANTEE AVENUE AND THE
ORANGE COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT CHANNEL."
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The motion carried, 3-0-2-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, HO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
8. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — NON- AGENDA ITEMS
Prior to oral communications, Mayor Nguyen thanked members of the public for waiting until this time in the meeting to address the City Council regarding non- agenda items.
The following individuals spoke under oral communications on non-agenda items:
1. Terry Rains commented on recent attendance and lack of attendance by certain Council Members at the WAGs Fundraiser event, spoke on Public Records Requests regarding Mayor Nguyen' s emails and lack of response, spoke on cell phone message retention and release per Public Records Requests, voiced her support in bringing back Zoom access to public meetings, commented on recent social media posts made by Council Member Phan West, commented on recent meeting of OCJOP committee, and raised concerns of recent emails sent out by Council Member Phan West.
Mayor Nguyen responded to comments made.
2. Nguyen Hung commented on a past vehicle accident involving Mayor Nguyen and requested that Mayor Nguyen resign from the City Council.
3. Khai Dao requested that Vice Mayor Nguyen resign from the City Council.
Mayor Nguyen reminded members of the public to respect the City Council during their comments.
4. Ly Nguyen commented on a past vehicle accident involving Mayor Nguyen and requested that Mayor Nguyen resign from the City Council.
5. Tim Hogan highlighted his first time speaking at Council meetings, spoke on the publics persistence when it came to Measure Y, highlighted the importance of hearing oral communications from members of the public, and requested that the time for oral communications be modified to five minutes per speaker.
Mayor Nguyen thanked everyone for their comments.
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9. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL/ AGENCY MEMBERS ( Including AB 1234 Report when required)
Council Member Manzo thanked members of the public for staying for the duration of the meeting to participate under the new practice for oral communications, highlighted a past policy of honoring local Veterans and directed staff to bring the program back, commented on recent attendance at ribbon cutting ceremony for Pickle Ball court, expressed his apologies for missing the ribbon cutting ceremony for Garden Grove Blvd Complete Street Project, applauded the efforts of staff for pushing the City forward, spoke on his attendance at the recent WAGS Fundraiser event, expressed his condolences to the Hoang' s family for their recent loss, and thanked Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Ho for remaining at the meeting to ensure the business is heard.
Council Member Ho commented on recent attendance at the ribbon cutting ceremonies for Pickle Ball and Garden Grove Blvd Complete Street Project, thanked Assistant City Manager Ozaeta for his hard work on implementing and completing the Garden Grove Blvd Complete Street Project, commented on the grant funding for the Garden Grove Blvd Complete Street Project, and expressed her condolences to the Hoang' s family for their recent loss.
Mayor Nguyen commented on the differences in opinions amongst the community and thanked staff for moving the City forward, spoke on recent ribbon cutting ceremonies for Pickle Ball and Garden Grove Blvd Complete Street Project, commented on recent attendance at the City of Yorba Linda' s State of the City, commented on improvement projects throughout the community, addresses his absence at the recent WAGs Fundraiser event and expressed his condolences to the Hoang' s family for their recent loss.
10. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Nguyen adjourned the meeting in honor of Kenny Hoang at 9:46 p.m. on Wednesday, October 25, 2023.
The next Regular Meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at 6:00 p. m.
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