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The City Council of the City of Westminster, California, convened on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, 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: 09 p. m., on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, via In- Person, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1
COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
ABSENT: VICE MAYOR KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3 ( Arrived at 5: 20 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
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION
There were no members of the public interested in speaking on the Closed Session item.
City Clerk Arocho read the Closed Session title into the record:
1. Conference with Labor Negotiators pursuant to
Government Code Section 54957 and 54957. 6
Designated Representative: Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Jodie Griner.
Unrepresented Employee: Police Chief
The Mayor and the City Council entered Closed Session at 5: 10 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, January 10, 2024, 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: 03 p. m., on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, 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 of the City Council, with all members 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 Manager 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 Johnathan Mullin
Division Chief Orange County Fire Authority Captain Nolan McGaughy
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SALUTE TO THE FLAG
Council Member Nguyen led the flag salute.
INVOCATION
Vice Mayor 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 item listed on the agenda, provided direction to staff, and took no reportable action.
Council Member Phan West requested that Agenda Item No. 5. 3 be heard out of order, immediately following oral communications.
Mayor Nguyen agreed with the change in the agenda order.
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
There were no Ex Parte Communications to be presented at this time.
REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
City Clerk Arocho highlighted the late communications distributed for clerical errors to the proposed proclamation on Agenda Item No. 3.5 and the measurement correction by staff for the flag' s measurement on Agenda Item No. 5.2.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made the following announcements:
National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
This past Tuesday, January 9th, was National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.
Established in 2015 by the non- profit organization, Concerns of Police Survivors, and backed by multiple police agencies across our Nation, it gives communities the opportunity to express their gratitude towards Law Enforcement Officers of every rank and file. These law enforcement professionals have chosen a profession that puts their life on the line every day for their communities, which can be demanding and often unappreciated. On National Law Enforcement Day, we can thank them for their service and offer a token of respect.
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Tet Parade:
The Tet Parade is quickly approaching! Remember to mark your calendars for Saturday, February 10th. The Opening Ceremony will begin at 8: 30 a. m., the parade will start promptly at 9: 30 a. m. Sponsorship and participation opportunities are still available! Premium seating will be available for purchase in the grandstands located directly across from the stage. Tickets are $ 25 each.
Senior Center Upcoming Events
Westminster Senior Center is roaring with excitement!
New Years Dance — Friday, January 12th from 12:30 to 2:30pm.
Dance into the New Year on Friday, January 12th from 12: 30 - 2: 30pm! Bring your friends and dance the afternoon away to the music of DJ Professor D. Light refreshments will be served. Ticket price is $ 5. 00 in advance. Day of ticket price is $ 7. 00.
Garden Tea Party— Thursday, January 25th at 2:00pm.
Enjoy a nice afternoon with friends at the Westminster Senior Center' s Garden Tea Party on January 25th at 2:00pm! You' re invited to relax, enjoy some tea, and decorate your own table! Tickets are on sale for$ 8. 00 but are limited.
Immediately following, City Manager Cordon informed the City Council and public that a fraudulent letter is circulating the community that appears to be on City letterhead and forged with City Manager Cordon' s name and that the Police Department will be investigating the matter.
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. Recognition of Retiring Deputy Police Chief Darin Upstill.
B. Recognition of Retiring Police Commander Kevin MacCormick.
The Mayor and City Council recognized and congratulated both employees on their retirements and thanked them for their service to the community.
Prior to oral communications, Council Member Phan West requested that Agenda Item No. 5. 3 be heard out of order, immediately following oral communications — agenda items only.
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Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Nguyen, to hear Agenda Item No. 5.3 be heard out of order, immediately following oral communications — agenda items only.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, PHAN WEST, MANZO, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
The following individuals spoke under oral communications on agenda items only:
1. Dao Tran, spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5. 3.
Following the comment, Council Member Phan West thanked City Manager Cordon and City Attorney Bettenhausen for their assistance on Agenda Item No. 5.3, at the request of Council Member Phan West and Council Member Nguyen.
Council Member Manzo asked staff regarding the process of compiling a staff report at the request of a Council Member. Mayor Nguyen also shared interest in this process.
City Manager Cordon commented on the current process and outlined that staff does their best with presenting a report based off the opinions and recommendations of the requesting Council Member( s).
2. Thuy Vo spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5.3 and commented on an inaccurate date stated by the former public member.
3. Monique Nguyen spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 2 and commented in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5. 3.
4. Han Yin spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 3.
5. Michael Verrengia spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5. 3.
6. D' Vorah Mariscal spoke in opposition of Agenda Item Nos. 5. 2 and 5. 3.
7. Representative from Alliance of Asian American Voters spoke on incorrect comments made by members of the public on Agenda Item 5.3.
8. Terry Rains congratulated Deputy Upstill and Commander MacCormick on their retirements ( Agenda Item Nos. 1A and 1B), spoke in opposition of Agenda Item
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No. 3. 5, commented on lack of commitment of appointees for Westminster Community Foundation ( Agenda Item No. 5. 1), commented on Agenda Item No.
7. 1, spoke on the installation along Bolsa Ave ( Agenda Item No. 5. 2), commented on the Agenda Item No. 5. 3, spoke on the fraudulent letter sent out on behalf of City Manager Cordon, and spoke on the re-organization at the dais.
Council Member Phan West commented on her past appointments to the Westminster Community Foundation.
9. Chin Din spoke on Agenda Item No. 5. 3.
10. Tony Bui spoke on Agenda Item No. 5.3.
11. Representative from Vietnam Flag Steering Committee, spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 3.
12. Gigi Vo spoke on Agenda Item Nos. 5. 2 and 5. 3.
13.Anh Kiet Huynh commented on items regarding an incident in the community and spoke on the filed police report ( Non- Agenda Item).
Mayor Nguyen interrupted the speaker reminding members of the public that this portion of the agenda is to provide the public an opportunity to address the City Council on any item on the agenda. The speaker left the podium.
14. Khai Dao commented on Agenda Item No. 8, spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5. 3.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 7:15 p.m.
15. Ly Nguyen spoke in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5.3 and requested Council Member Nguyen to resign immediately.
16. Nhat Linh spoke on Agenda Item No. 5. 3.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 7:22 p.m.
17. Ninh Hung spoke on Agenda Item No. 5.3.
18. Van Pham commented in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 2.
19. Minh Vu commented on lack of unite from Council Members and spoke on Agenda Item No. 5. 3.
Following the public comment period, Mayor Nguyen thanked the members of the public
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for their participation in the meeting.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Ho, to take the Consent Calendar before Agenda Item No. 5. 3.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, PHAN WEST, MANZO, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Nguyen requested to pull Agenda Item No. 3. 5, for separate discussion.
3. 1 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Registers dated December 7, 2023 Through January 3, 2024.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
3. 2 Treasurer' s Report for November 2023.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
3. 3 Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2610, Amending Chapter
1. 28. 010 ( POSTING PLACES FOR PUBLIC NOTICES) of the Westminster Municipal Code.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council conducted the second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 2610 entitled, " AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 1. 28. 010 ( POSTING PLACES FOR PUBLIC NOTICES), OF TITLE 1
GENERAL PROVISIONS), OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE, TO UPDATE POSTING LOCATIONS," read by title only and waive further reading.
3. 4 Temporary Employment Agreement with Retired CaIPERS Annuitant to Assist in the Police Department' s 911 Dispatch Unit.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council authorized the City Manager to enter into a Temporary Employment Agreement with a Retired CaIPERS Annuitant to Assist in the Police Department' s 911 Dispatch Unit at a cost not to exceed $ 37, 728.
3. 5 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR. ( SEE
AT THE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR)
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CONSENT CALENDAR — ALL ITEMS ( 3. 1- 3. 5)
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Vice Mayor Ho, to approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Agenda Item No. 3. 5 which was pulled for separate discussion.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, PHAN WEST, MANZO, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
AGENDA ITEM( S) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE
DISCUSSION
3. 5 Approval of Proclamation.
This item was pulled by Mayor Nguyen.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to approve the following proclamation:
A. Proclamation - Commemorates the
50th
Anniversary of the Invasion of
Vietnam' s Paracel Islands.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, PHAN WEST, MANZO, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
Immediately following the roll call vote, the Mayor and City Council presented the proclamation.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 7:44 p. m.
4. PUBLIC HEARING — None
THE FOLLOWING ITEM WAS HEARD OUT- OF- ORDER
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 3 Resolution to Recognize the Flag of the Former Republic of Vietnam and D
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eclaring an Annual Day of Reaffirmation.
Council Member Phan West requested this item to be included on the agenda seconded by Council Member Nguyen) and provided a brief staff report.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 7:48 p.m.
Council Member Nguyen spoke in favor of the item.
Mayor Nguyen responded to comments made by Council Member Phan West regarding a proposed substitute motion to be made by Mayor Nguyen.
Discussion ensued regarding false comments.
Vice Mayor Ho spoke in support to reaffirm the flag, highlighted the need to confirm the correct facts as there are holes within the staff report, and spoke in opposition of the proposed date of February 7.
Council Member Manzo spoke about the apparent community divide.
Discussion ensued regarding the staff report, October 26 proposed date and reasoning behind the requested item.
Council Member Nguyen commented on the proposed date and recommended that the Council propose two different date to vote on so that the meeting can move forward.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Nguyen, to adopt a Resolution entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
RECOGNIZING THE FLAG OF THE REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM AND DECLARING THE ANNUAL DAY OF REAFFIRMATION", recognize and affirm the flag annually on February 7 and amend the Resolution to include the language ' as part of the French Union'.
Mayor Nguyen commented on his desire to work together and spoke on the inaccuracy of the staff report proposed date.
Vice Mayor Ho interrupted Mayor Nguyen suggesting that Council Member Phan West to change the proposed date.
Discussion ensued regarding the reaffirmation date and the proposed flag.
Mayor Nguyen commented on his desire to amend the proposed Resolution to have the date of October 26.
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Discussion ensued regarding the proposed date change to October 26.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, call for question.
Prior to the roll call vote, City Attorney Bettenhausen clarified for the record that the motion before the City Council is for call for question and not the recommended action listed on the agenda.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, PHAN WEST, MANZO, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
Mayor Nguyen asked City Clerk Arocho to read the original motion into the record.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Nguyen, to adopt a Resolution entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
RECOGNIZING THE FLAG OF THE REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM AND DECLARING THE ANNUAL DAY OF REAFFIRMATION", and amend the Resolution ( second Whereas) to read as follows:
WHEREAS, on February 7, 1950, the United States government recognized Vietnam' s independence as part of the French Union, which took place in 1949, according to the Office of the Historian, U.S. Department of State; and A Substitute motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, to amend the Resolution second Whereas) and conclusion to read as follows:
WHEREAS, October 26, 1955, the Republic of Vietnam, proclaim as a National Day/ Independence Day for Vietnam, a country with sovereignty, democracy, and freedom.
THEREFORE, THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 2. October 26, 1955, shall annually recognize the flag of the Republic of Vietnam and that the flag shall be flown in front of the Civic Center annually on this day.
Discussion ensued regarding the substitution motion proposed changes.
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Vice Mayor Nguyen commented on the call for question on the original motion, not the substitution motion.
Vice Mayor Ho commented on past research on the item.
Vice Mayor Ho suggested that the motion be amended to adopt the declaration to reaffirm Resolutions 3750 and 4818 and bring an item back at a future meeting to select the annual day of reaffirmation.
Discussion ensued regarding reaffirming Resolutions 3750 and 4818.
Council Member Phan West spoke on a potential Closed Session meeting to discuss the date to fly the flag.
City Attorney Bettenhausen noted for the record that this subject matter would not fall under the approved items to meet under Closed Session and the discussion would need to occur in an open meeting.
Discussion ensued regarding the selection of the annual day of reaffirmation and date selected to fly the flag.
City Attorney Bettenhausen requested to suggest on language for consideration.
Council Member Manzo interrupted City Attorney Bettenhausen asking for the two Resolutions being requested to be reaffirmed to be read into the record for public transparency and outlined to the public on what they were meant to accomplish.
Discussion ensued regarding the contention on the proposed dates.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Vice Mayor Ho, to reaffirm Resolution Nos. 3750 and 4818 and adopt the proposed Resolution with the removal of the declaration of an annual day of reaffirmation and direct staff to bring that back following research on the correct date of independence for Vietnam.
City Attorney Bettenhausen asked for clarification on the motions on the floor, stating that the substitute motion made by Mayor Nguyen did not have a second.
Mayor Nguyen withdrew his substitute motion.
A Substitute Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Vice Mayor Ho, to reaffirm Resolution Nos. 3750 and 4818 and adopt the proposed Resolution with the removal of the declaration of an annual day of reaffirmation and direct staff to bring that back following research on the correct date of independence for Vietnam.
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Vice Mayor Ho commented on her support to have the maker of the original motion, Council Member Phan West, amend her motion to the substitute motion so that she can move the item she proposed forward.
Discussion ensued regarding the reaffirming of Resolution Nos. 3750 and 4818 and bringing the item back regarding the selection of the annual day of reaffirmation.
City Attorney Bettenhausen provided some language to assist the Mayor and City Council, based off discussion.
City Attorney Bettenhausen proposed the removal of the second Whereas from the Resolution completely, and amend as follows:
Section 1. That the City Council reaffirms Resolution Nos. 3750 and 4818.
Section 2. that the City Council shall annually recognize the flag of the Republic of Vietnam ( The Three Red Strips Upon a Field of Gold), on a date to be established as " Vietnam Flag Reaffirmation Day", and that flag shall be flown in front of the Civic Center annually.
Following, Council Member Phan West asked City Attorney Bettenhausen to add the language that the author of the Resolution is to bring back the item to establish the date.
Vice Mayor Ho commented in agreement with the language proposed by City Attorney Bettenhausen, with no changes.
Council Member Nguyen commented on the lack of business being done due to the length of discussion on this item and proposed that the date should be selected.
Discussion ensued regarding the motion on the floor.
Council Member Phan West noted that she would like to amend her motion, based off the suggestions from City Attorney Bettenhausen.
Vice Mayor Ho withdrew her substitute motion.
Amended motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Nguyen, to approve the Resolution, with the amendments as follows:
1. Removal of the second Whereas from the Resolution completely.
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2. Section 1. That the City Council reaffirms Resolution Nos. 3750 and 4818.
3. Section 2. that the City Council shall annually recognize the flag of the Republic of Vietnam ( The Three Red Strips Upon a Field of Gold), on a date to be established as " Vietnam Flag Reaffirmation Day", and that flag shall be flown in front of the Civic Center annually.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, PHAN WEST, MANZO, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 1 Appointment to the Westminster Community Foundation.
Council Member Phan West spoke on the recent resignation of Frank Barry.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to appoint Han Yin ( Council Member Phan West' s appointee) to the Westminster Community Foundation to fill the unscheduled vacancy for a term ending January 2025.
Motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, PHAN WEST, MANZO, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 2 Request to Hang Flags of the Former Republic of Vietnam Along Three Major City Streets Annually During the Lunar New Year Celebration and Black April Commemoration.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Ho, to hang the flags of the former Republic of Vietnam on light poles along Bolsa Avenue between Magnolia Street and Brookhurst Street, Magnolia Street between McFadden Avenue and Westminster Boulevard, and Brookhurst Street between McFadden Avenue and Westminster Boulevard annually for one week prior and one week after the Lunar New Year and Black April.
Mayor Nguyen requested this item to be added to the agenda for consideration and provided a brief staff report.
Following the report, Council Member Manzo asked for clarification that the
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proposed streets listed on the report are within the city' s boundaries.
City Manager Cordon confirmed.
Council Member Manzo asked if there could be recognition for the United States of American flag as well.
City Manager Cordon commented that this could be an item for future discussion.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Ho, to hang the flags of the former Republic of Vietnam on light poles along Bolsa Avenue between Magnolia Street and Brookhurst Street, Magnolia Street between McFadden Avenue and Westminster Boulevard, and Brookhurst Street between McFadden Avenue and Westminster Boulevard annually for one week prior and one week after the Lunar New Year and Black April.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, PHAN WEST, MANZO, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 3 THIS ITEM WAS HEARD OUT- OF- ORDER ( SEE IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING
CONSENT CALENDAR)
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEM - None
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEM
7. 1 Continued from the December 13, 2023 Regular Meeting - Appointment to Parks and Recreation Commission for 2022- 2024.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Ho, to appoint Tony Bui ( Council Member Nguyen' s appointee) to the Parks & Recreation Commission for a term ending December 2024, waiving other applicable requirements and bring the item back at the next meeting to give Mayor Nguyen an opportunity to make his appointment.
The motion carried, 5- 0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, MANZO, N. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
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8. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — NON- AGENDA ITEMS
The following individuals spoke under oral communications on non- agenda items:
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 9:10 p.m.
1. Michael Verrengia spoke on the inaccuracy of the flags shown at the dais by Council Member Phan West, commented on the lack of business being done by the City Council for the City of Westminster, spoke on the good work being done by the Police Department, and commented on the increase in businesses leaving the City.
2. Terry Rains commented on the recent attendance at the Westminster Community Foundation Gala, spoke on the relationship between Mayor Nguyen and Community Foundation President Le, commented on the proposed flag proclamations, spoke on Council Member Phan West's city issued cell phone, commented on the public slander of a resident by Council Member Phan West, and commented on the inaccuracy of the flags shown at the dais by Council Member Phan West.
3. Jason Doan spoke on employment applications, slander, and independence of Vietnam.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 9: 16 p.m.
9. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL/AGENCY MEMBERS ( Including AB 1234 Report when required)
Council Member Phan West recognized the Police Department and wished the community a Happy New Year.
Council Member Manzo wished the community a Happy New Year and spoke on recent attendance at the Westminster Community Foundation gala.
Vice Mayor Ho commented on recent loss of Permit Technician Nancy Wright, requested that Mayor Nguyen adjourn the meeting in her honor, thanked the Westminster Community Foundation for their dedication and commitment to ensuring the success of the recent gala, thanked Mayor Nguyen for his commitment to the Foundation, commented on her attendance at the Westminster Community Foundation gala, commented on continuing to push the City forward, and thanked Police Chief Lenyi and the entire Police Department for their hard work and sacrifice for the community during the holidays.
Council Member Nguyen played a video during his comment period time, highlighting a recent incident in the community and closed his comments with
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comments on recent attendance at the Westminster Community Foundation gala.
Council Member Nguyen thanked staff for their hard work.
Mayor Nguyen thanked members of the public for attending the meeting, commented on his service as the Mayor of Westminster, commented on his hope to work collectively with the community, spoke on past Mayoral race, and voiced his appreciation for Vice Mayor Ho for working with the Council Members, urged members of the public to voice their concerns with him directly to move the City forward, spoke on recent attendance at the Westminster Community Foundation meeting, commented on recent passing in his family, and closed with desire to work together with the community to move the City forward.
Mayor Nguyen commented on upcoming events and thanked staff for their hard work.
10. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Nguyen adjourned the meeting at 9: 44 p. m. on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, in honor of Nancy Wright.
The next Regular Meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at 6:00 p. m.
Respectfully submitted:
AS N R. AR. " 0, MMC
CITY CLERK
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APPROVED:
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ASHTON R. ARZTCHO, MMC
CITY CLERK
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