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CONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency meeting reconvened on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, to Open Session at 6:00 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
6: 00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Vice Mayor Ho called the Regular Meeting of the City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 6: 04 p. m., on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, via In- Person, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: VICE MAYOR KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1
COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
ABSENT: MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
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
Human Resources Director Jodie Griner
Public Works Director / City Engineer Jake Ngo
Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson
Planning Manager Steve Ratkay
Administrative Assistant Tanya Ramirez
Deputy Police Chief Ron Weber
Sergeant at Arms Stewart DeJong
Orange County Fire Authority Chief Craig Covey
Records Coordinator Daisy Guzman
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SALUTE TO THE FLAG
Council Member Manzo led the flag salute.
INVOCATION
City Attorney Bettenhausen conducted the invocation.
CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT - None
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
There were no Ex Parte Communications to be presented at this time.
REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
City Clerk Arocho announced that there were some minor errors identified within Attachment No. 2 for Agenda Item No. 3. 1 and requested such changes be included in the final action taken by the City Council.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made the following announcements:
Volunteer Week ( April 21- 27, 2024)
National Volunteer Week celebrates the invaluable contributions of volunteers across various sectors, and in our Westminster community, we honor the dedicated service of our police volunteers. These individuals selflessly donate their time and expertise to support our efforts, enhancing public safety and community well- being. From assisting with Administration to participating in the Vacation House Check program, police volunteers play a crucial role in fostering a sense of security and unity. Their commitment and willingness to serve exemplify the spirit of volunteerism, making a positive impact on our community every day.
WPD currently has 6 volunteers and in 2023, they volunteered around 630 hours accumulatively!
For further information on becoming a volunteer, please contact !PD-PSU@westminster- ca. gov or call ( 714) 548- 3771.
Black April
Join us on Tuesday, April 30th at 10 a. m. at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park, 14180 All AmericanWay, for our annualBlackApril ceremonycommemoratingthe anniversaryof
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the Fall of Saigon and honoring the lives of those lost during the Vietnam War.
Ceremonial program begins at 10: 00am. Members of the public are welcome to attend.
Community Outreach Meetings — May 1st and 2nd
Our parks are getting an upgrade! Join us to see the proposed playgrounds coming soon to Russell C. Park and College Park and the playground and pickleball courts coming soon to Bowling Green Park. Check them out and share your feedback.
Russell C. Paris Park Playground - 8582 Palos Verdes Ave.
In-Person Meeting: May 1st at 1pm, Virtual Meeting: May 2nd at 5pm College Park Playground - 15422 Vermont St.
In-Person Meeting: May 1st at 2:30pm, Virtual Meeting: May 2nd at 5:30pm Bowling Green Park Playground & Pickleball Courts — 14700 Bowling Green St.
In-Person Meeting: May 1st at 4pm, Virtual Meeting: May 2nd at 6pm See our website for details.
Senior Center Upcoming Events:
Cinco De Mayo Celebration— Friday, May 3 from 10:00 to 11:00am Come and celebrate Mexican culture and history in a Cinco de Mayo fiesta event.
There will be folklorico dancers and delicious regional cuisine to sample. Advance registration is required for the event and is available at the Senior Center front desk.
Mother' s Day Luncheon — Wednesday, May 8 from 11:30am to 1:00pm Celebrate all the moms in your life with a special luncheon at the senior center featuring great food and live entertainment popular Tony Odell Rogers. Tickets are $ 5 per person and can be purchased in advance at the Senior Center front desk.
Fair Housing Foundation — Westminster Fair Housing Workshop:
Fair Housing Foundation will host a free Fair Housing Workshop on Thursday, May 2nd,
2024 from 2pm — 4pm at Miriam Warne Community Building, 14491 Beach Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683. This workshop is open to residents of Westminster. It is for tenants, landlords, managers, property owners, attorneys, realtors, and management companies.
RSVP or get more information by calling 1-800- 446- 3247.
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Public Works
The City of Westminster was recognized with the " Award of Excellence in Transportation Planning" for the GardenGroveBlvdCompleteStreetProjectfromthe OrangeCounty American Planning Association.
The City was awarded a highly competitive state grant in the amount of $ 2. 76 million from the Caltrans Active Transportation Program. The Garden Grove Blvd. Complete Street Projectinstalledapproximatelythree miles of bicyclefacilitiesin the City in accordance with the City of Westminster's General Plan, Mobility Element, and Active Transportation Plan.
The segment includes a protected bikeway on Garden Grove Boulevard, from the State Route22 on-rampat ValleyView Boulevardto State Route22 off-ramp at Goldenwest Street. These improvementsincluded replacing a dirt path with this new beautifully landscaped median, new stamped concrete, illuminated pedestrian crosswalks, traffic signal modifications, and reducing the travel lanes from four to two, thereby reducing speed and creating a safer environment for bicyclists and pedestrians.
The project also includes buffered bike lanes installed on Edwards Street between Garden Grove Boulevard and Trask Avenue, and on Trask Avenue between Edwards Street and Hoover Street. These new bicycle facilities will connect to the bicycle facilities on the upcoming Mendez Freedom Trail on Hoover Street, from Garden Grove Boulevard to Bolsa Avenue.
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. Presentation of Proclamation for the 55th Annual Professional Municipal Clerks Week.
B. Presentation of Proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month.
The Vice Mayorand City Councilrecognizedboth the City Clerk's Officeand the Family Resource Center for their respective celebrations.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
Priorto the oral communications, Vice MayorHo announcedthat she will not be allowing Council Members to respond to oral communications.
Thefollowingindividualsspokeunderoral communicationson agendaitemsonly:
1. Michael Verrengia voiced his concerns on the surge of payments to Jones & Mayer outlined in Agenda Item No. 3. 2.
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2. Terry Rains congratulated the City Clerk' s Office for their recognition ( Agenda Item No. Special Presentation Item 1A), wished City Manager Cordon a Happy Birthday, commented on errors within Agenda Item No. 3. 1, highlighted surge in payment to Jones & Mayer and the settlement for Quang Tri Monument ( Agenda Item No. 3. 2), commented on typographical errors within proposed proclamations Agenda Item No. 3. 4), commented on current vacancies on the Westminster Community Foundation ( Agenda Item No. 7), and suggested that the bylaws of the Foundation be amended to remove the City Council appointment process to allow the Foundation to make their own appointments, highlighted code of conduct for oral communications ( Agenda Item Nos. 2 and 8), and closed with thanking Vice Mayor Ho for not allowing Council to comment on oral communications.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
Staff requested that Agenda Item No. 3. 2 be pulled for separate discussion.
3. 1 Minutes of the City Council and the Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency.
ACTION: The Vice Mayor and City Council reviewed and approved the amended minutes as presented for the dates listed below:
A. March 13, 2024 ( Closed Session and Regular Meeting); and B. March 27, 2024 ( Study Session, Closed Session, and Regular Meeting).
3. 2 THIS AGENDA ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR. ( SEE
AT THE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR)
3. 3 Treasurer' s Report for March 2024.
ACTION: The Vice Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
3. 4 Approval of Proclamations.
ACTION: The Vice Mayor and City Council considered and approved the following proclamations:
A. Older American Month ( May 2024)
B. Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month ( May 2024) C. Mental Health Awareness Month ( May 2024)
D. Public Service Recognition Week ( May 5-11, 2024)
E. National Police Week ( May 12-18, 2024)
F. Public Works Week ( May 19-25, 2024)
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3. 5 Special Event Permit Application from the VietnameseNational Military Academy Alumni Association to hold a VNMAAA Memorial Ceremony on Friday, June 28, 2024 at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park, 14180 All American Way.
ACTION: The Vice Mayor and City Council approved the Special Event Permit Application for the VNMAAA Memorial Ceremony at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park, subject to the stated conditions.
3. 6 Special Event Permit Application from Laura Rose Homes to hold Movies in the Park on Saturday, July 13, 2024, Saturday, August 17, 2024 and Saturday, October 12, 2024at Bolsa Chica Park, 13660University St.
ACTION: The Vice Mayor and City Council approved the Special Event Permit Application for Movies in the Park at Bolsa Chica Park, subject to the stated conditions.
3. 7 Special Event Permit Application from the Coalition of the Republic of Vietnam Veterans Association of Southern California to hold a Vietnamese Armed Forces Day Ceremony on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park, 14180 All American Way.
ACTION: The Vice Mayor and City Council approved the Special Event Permit Application for the Vietnamese Armed Forces Day Ceremony at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park, subject to the stated conditions.
3. 8 Notice of Completion for the Work Performed by All Cities Engineering, Inc. for the Newland Street Waterline Improvements Project, Project P- 2574.
ACTION: The Vice Mayor and City Council accepted the subject project and authorized the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County Clerk- Recorder' s Office.
3. 9 Approval of the First Amendment to the Agreement for 9-1-1 Emergency Ambulance Transportation and Related Services, between Emergency Ambulance Services, Inc. and the City of Westminster, providing a third ambulance in the City.
ACTION: The Vice Mayor and City Council:
A. Approved the First Amendmentto the Agreement for 9-1-1 Emergency Ambulance Transportation and Related Services, between Emergency Ambulance Services, Inc. and the City of Westminster, providing an additional non-dedicated ambulance in the City; and
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B. Authorized the City Manager to execute the Amendment in a form approved by the City Attorney.
CONSENT CALENDAR — ALL ITEMS ( 3. 1- 3. 9)
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to approve the Consent Calendar with the amendment to Attachment No. 2 of Agenda Item No. 3. 1, and with the exception of Agenda Item No. 3. 2, which was pulled for separate discussion.
The motion carried, 3-0-2-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: HO, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
ABSTAIN: NONE
AGENDA ITEM( S) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE
DISCUSSION
3. 2 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Registers dated April 4, 2024 through April 17, 2024.
This item was pulled by staff for comments.
City Manager Cordon responded to comments raised during the oral communication period and commented on the surge in invoices from Jones & Mayer due to being behind on reviewing and approving invoices.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to receive and file.
The motion carried, 3-0-2-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: HO, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
ABSTAIN: NONE
4. PUBLIC HEARING — None
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5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with the Municipal Water District of Orange County ( MWDOC) for the Sharing of Consultant Costs to Complete the Lead and Copper Service Line Inventory.
Public Works Director Ngo provided a brief staff report.
Vice Mayor Ho asked for clarification on the total amount of services.
Discussion ensued regarding the total cost associated with the amendment and previous agreement.
Vice Mayor Ho commented on the initial funding request and asked for clarification on the need for additional funding.
Public Works Director Ngo commented on the phases of the project and establishment of the database.
Council Member Manzo asked what the cost saving is to join the other groups, rather than going solo on the project.
Discussion ensued regarding the total cost of service.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to:
A. Approve Amendment No. 1 to the existing agreement with Municipal Water District of Orange County in the amount of$ 206,362; and B. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Amendment on behalf of the City.
Motion carried, 3-0-2-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: HO, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 2 Award of Engineering Design Services Agreements for the Soccer Field Installation Project at Sigler Park and the Baseball Infield Renovation Project at Buckingham and Westminster Parks.
Council Member Manzo asked staff regarding the Buckingham Park portion of the
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report and funding allocation from past years.
Council Member Manzo also asked staff why there is a delay in the project when funding was approved over a year ago.
Public Works Director Ngo responded to the comments received and outlined the process with the consultant.
Council Member Manzo asked staff for a timeline on the process if the item is approved.
Council Member Manzo asked for the scope of work for the project.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta stated that staff are currently working on putting together a project plan list and the reporting structure to Council has not yet been developed but is soon to be made available to them more often than quarterly.
Vice Mayor Ho asked for the spending deadline for ARPA funding.
Public Works Director Ngo responded.
Council Member Phan West asked who of the staff determined the proposed locations.
Public Works Director Ngo commented on the ball diamonds and the soccer field at Sigler due to the space.
Community Services Director Johnson commented on the approved Park Master Plan in 2020 and highlighted that staff will do outreach to the nearby communities.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to:
A. Approve the award of Engineering Design Services Agreements, in the total amount of $ 124, 460, to Hirsch and Associates, Inc. for the Soccer Field Installation Project at Sigler Park and the Baseball Infield Renovation Project at Buckingham and Westminster Parks; and
B. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreements on behalf of the City.
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The motion carried, 3-0-2-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: HO, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: C. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
ABSTAIN: NONE
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEM - None
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEM - None
8. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — NON- AGENDA ITEMS
The following individuals spoke under oral communications on non- agenda items:
1. Gail Perlow spoke on concern of incoming Sober Living facility within her neighborhood and questioned if the City will be able to ensure the safety of the residents.
City Clerk Arocho called for the next speaker, Aaron Hatch, but the speaker was not present.
Gail Perlow reapproached the podium stating that numerous residents were told to come at 8:30 p.m. to provide public comment.
Vice Mayor Ho apologized to member of the public and highlighted that there aren' t specific times for oral communications as it depends on the length of the meetings.
Council Member Manzo advised the member of the public that Deputy Chief Weber is available in the back of the room to speak with them on their concerns.
Council Member Phan West advised the public member that the proposed Sober Living facility is located within District 1 and that as the Council Member for District 1, she will meet with the Police Department to figure out a resolution for the concerned residents.
2. Terry Rains thanked staff for the recent Earth Day celebration, commented on previous Council meeting length and feuds between Council Members, commented on the recent absences of Mayor Nguyen from meetings, spoke on recent Public Records Request that showed the complimentary tickets given to the City for the upcoming ICSC conference and questioned why this wasn't mentioned during the recent Council Meeting when the item was brought forward again, spoke on social media post by Council Member Phan West inquiring for developers and raised concerns on developers contacting a Council Member
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rather than staff on a project, commented on recent appearance of Council Member Phan West on Bolsa TV speaking on the recent strategic plan workshop and SWOT analysis, discussed the comments made by Council Member Phan West in response to prior oral communications regarding her personal RV parking, and outlined recent complaint received from over 75 members of the public against Council Member Phan West.
Council Member Phan West began to respond to comments raised about her during oral communications, but Vice Mayor Ho requested that there be no Council Member response during oral communications.
3. Michael Verrengia thanked staff for the March 29 event to honor the American Vietnam veterans, commented on guest speaking of Council Member Phan West at recent event, spoke on inappropriate representation from Council Member Phan West and spoke on inaccuracies of District 1.
4. Tony Bui submitted a petition from the residents to convert two tennis courts at Tony Lam Park to become racquet ball courts.
Following oral communications, City Manager Cordon asked the public speaker for clarification on the type of sport they' d like converted.
Mr. Bui clarified that this would be for pickle ball, not racquet ball.
5. Tammi Hammell commented on the recent guest attendance of Council Member Phan West at an event and highlighted the disrespect received as a member of the public from Council Member Phan West.
6. Diane Weinstock spoke on concerns of incoming Sober Living facility within her neighborhood, commented on incorrect information received from staff regarding oral communication time and requested to be placed on an upcoming agenda to discuss this item with the City Council.
Council Member Phan West began to respond to comments raised by the member of the public, as the proposed Sober Living facility is located within District 1.
Vice Mayor Ho reminded Council Member Phan West and members of the City Council that there will be no responses from the City Council to members of the public during oral communications.
Vice Mayor Ho told the member of the public that there is no need to be added onto the next meeting agenda and advised them to return to speak during oral communications, highlighting that there is no set time for oral communications and that it is dependent on the length of the meeting and agenda.
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Council Member Phan West commented on not having brief comments to members of the public, even though Vice Mayor Ho responded.
City Manager Cordon advised membersof the City Council to not engage in discussion on the topic of Sober Living facilities due to a potential conflict, commented on the due process procedure, highlighted that Sober Living facilities are wrapped in State Law, and suggested for staff to bring a Study Session at a future date to the City Council regarding Sober Living facilities.
DianeWeinstock, a memberof the public, beganto speakin agreementwith City Manager Cordon.
Vice Mayor Ho asked Ms. Weinstock to remain silent, as this is not the time for members of the public to address the Council.
City Manager Cordon continued by cautioning the City Council on engagement to ensure the integrity of the due process.
City Attorney Bettenhausen added that there is an expert in house with Jones & Mayerthat can come to speakto the City Councilduring a Study Sessionand spoke on limitations cities have on Sober Living facilities.
Diane Weinstock, a memberof the public, commentedin agreementwith City Attorney Bettenhausen.
City Manager Cordon also stated that members of the public do not need to request this item to be added to the agenda and is welcomed to speak and address the City Council under oral communications.
City Manager Cordon also commented on the prematureness of speaking on a project before it goes through the due process within the City.
Council Member Manzo thanked City Manager Cordon for making those comments so that the City Council does not start to speak out of turn and create a conflict on this subject matter.
Council Member Manzo advised the member of the public that Deputy Chief Weber is available in the back of the room to speak with them on their concerns.
City Clerk Arocho noted that there were no additional speakers who wished to address the City Council.
Council Member Phan West requested to speak since oral communications has concluded.
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Vice Mayor Ho denied the request.
Council Member Phan West asked City Attorney Bettenhausen what the law is around not allowing a member of the City Council to respond briefly to comments made by members of the public.
City Attorney Bettenhausen asked if the meeting is now on Council comments.
Vice Mayor Ho stated that the meeting is now on comments from City Council including AB 1234 report) and stated that Council Member Phan West can speak under this section of the agenda.
9. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL/ AGENCY MEMBERS ( Including AB 1234 Report when required)
Council Member Phan West responded to comments made during oral communications against her, commented on the site reservoir completion for water services for both Northern and Southern California residents and read the 7th and 8th Amendment.
Council Member Manzo asked City Attorney Bettenhausen if the reading of the Amendments is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council.
City Attorney Bettenhausen noted that he defers to the Vice Mayor as the Chair of the meeting to determine if this is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council and stated that as a general rule during council comments it's almost treated like a council members public comment period.
Vice Mayor Ho asked Council Member Phan West how much longer.
Council Member Phan West stated that she was almost complete with her comments.
Vice Mayor Ho asked Council Member Phan West to continue with her comments.
Council Member Phan West continued to read the 7th and 8th Amendment.
Council Member Manzo thanked the public for participating in the meeting by voicing their concerns on items going on throughout the community, spoke on concerns raised by public speakers, suggested that Council Members refrain from speaking on political matters within church buildings, commented on the support of the community amongst one another, spoke on recent ribbon cutting at Sigler Park for the new playground, commented on recent attendance at the Garden Grove State of the City address, spoke on recent attendance at the Earth Day
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celebration event, urged members of the public to nominate Small Businesses for upcoming Small Business of the Year award, highlighted Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Denim Day, and congratulated the staff on the Garden Grove Trail award/ recognition. In closing, Council Member Manzo thanked city staff and recognized Vice Mayor Ho for leading the meeting.
Vice Mayor Ho commented on the recent attendance at the League of CAL Cities City Leaders Summitt in Sacramento, CA and outlined different sessions of attendance.
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 7:49 p.m.
City ClerkArocho notedthat there was no quorumof the City Councilpresentat the dais.
Discussion ensued back and forth between Vice Mayor Ho and Council Member Phan West about needing to be excused from the dais.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 7:49 p.m.
Council Member Phan West noted that the other Council Members interrupted her during her report.
CouncilMemberManzohighlightedthat Vice MayorHo's reportis requiredbyAB 1234 and not reading from the Constitution.
Discussion ensued regarding Council Member Phan West's report out.
Vice Mayor Ho requested the Council Members allow her to continue her report.
Council Member Manzo commentedon the requirementof having a quorum present throughout the entire meeting.
Vice Mayor Ho continued her comments regarding the recent Leaders Summit. In closing, Vice Mayor Ho commented on the importance of making the voices of the community heard.
10. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, Vice Mayor Ho adjourned the meeting at 7:52 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24, 2024.
The nextRegularMeetingwill be heldonWednesday, May8, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
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