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The City Councilof the City of Westminster, California, convenedon Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 3: 00 p. m. in a Study Session via In- Person, City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
STUDY SESSION
3: 00 P. M.
MayorNguyencalledthe ClosedSessionMeetingof the City Council/SuccessorAgency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 3: 12 p. m., on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, via In-Person, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
PRESENT: VICE MAYOR KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1 (Arrived at 3:34 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
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
Deputy Police Chief Ron Weber
Finance Director Erin Backs
Human Resources and Risk Manager Director Jodie
Griner
Public Works Director/ City Engineer Jake Ngo
Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson
Sergeant at Arms Stewart DeJong
Orange County Fire Authority Craig Covey
Community Development Director Catherine Lin
Planning Manager Steve Ratkay
Maintenance and Utilities Manager Tuan Pham
Assistant Finance Director Jennifer Anderson
Water Superintendent Scott Miller
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
Council Member Manzo led the flag salute.
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1. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR STUDY SESSION
The following individual addressed the Council:
1. Terry Rains discussed the proposed budget, including requested new positions, reserves, and audit of City finances; and commented on the absence of Council Member Phan West.
2. Fiscal Year 2024- 25 Proposed Budget
Finance Director Backs provided a brief review of the budget.
In response to Council Member Manzo, Finance Director Backs explained the difference between in- house and contractual inspectors; funding of the water positions and cost recovery; current cost savings due to current vacancies; Measure E funding and projection of costs to fund the General Fund; future budget projections and potential savings; continued small use of reserves; and the vehicle rebate program.
Council Member Phan West entered the meeting at 3:34 p. m.
In response to Vice Mayor Ho, Finance Director Backs and City Manager Cordon discussed the vehicle rebate program; reasons for increase in the budget; vacancies in the Community Development Department; and proposed positions.
Vice Mayor Ho expressed concern with additional staff and lack of revenue.
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 3:43 p.m.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 3:43 p.m.
Vice Mayor Ho continued her comments on the proposed new positions and associated costs. Finance Director Backs commented on current use of the General Funds from the Planning Department. Vice Mayor Ho requested cost savings and projections for the Community Development Department.
Council Member Nguyen concurred with concerns expressed by Vice Mayor Ho.
In response to Council Member Nguyen, City Manager Cordon, Finance Director Backs and Assistant City Manager Ozaeta explained the proposed position and process for business licenses.
Council Member Phan West discussed the proposed new positions and asked priorities.
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Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 3:52 p.m.
In response to Council Member Phan West, City Manager Cordon indicated more detailed justification for the supplemental requests could be provided at the next meeting.
Mayor Nguyen expressed concern with use of reserves; indicated support for additional staffing; and discussed the recent passage of Measure E.
Mayor Nguyen discussed the need for an additional study session.
3. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Nguyen adjourned the meeting at 3:57 PM.
The City Council of the City of Westminster, California, convened on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, 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
Mayor Nguyen called the Closed Session Meeting of the City Council/Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 4: 02 p. m., on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, via In-Person, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
PRESENT: VICE MAYOR KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1
COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
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
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
Deputy Police Chief Ron Weber
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Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson
Sergeant at Arms Stewart DeJong
City Clerk Arocho read the Closed Session titles into the record:
1. Conference with Legal Counsel Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 1):
Tran v. City of Westminster, et al (case No. 30-2023- 01321256- CU- PA- CJC)
2. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957:
Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Title: City Manager
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION
The following individuals addressed the Council on Closed Session items:
1. Coni Kohan discussed Item No. 2 and spoke in support of City Manager Cordon.
She urged the City Council to consider litigation cases with all the facts.
2. Jodi Boyd commented on Agenda Item No. 2 and spoke in support of City Manager Cordon.
3. D'Vorah Mariscal commented on Agenda Item No. 2 and spoke in support of City Manager Cordon.
4. Tami Hammell commented on Agenda Item No. 2 and spoke in support of City Manager Cordon.
5. Terry Rains commented on Agenda Item No. 2 and spoke in support of City Manager Cordon.
Following oral communications, Council Member Phan West responded to comments made by the public regarding the evaluation of the City Manager and questioned why it was on the agenda when the evaluation is due in July.
Mayor Nguyen thanked members of the public for coming out to voice their opinions.
The Mayor and the City Council entered Closed Session at 4: 16 p.m.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the meeting at 5:58 p.m. from Closed Session.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency meeting reconvened on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, to Open Session at 6:00 p.m.
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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: 14 p. m., on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, via In- Person, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
PRESENT: VICE MAYOR KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1 ( Arrived at 6: 16 p.m.)
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum of the City Council.
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
Deputy Police Chief Ron Weber
Sergeant at Arms Stewart DeJong
Orange County Fire Authority Nolan McGaughy
Code Enforcement Manager Vicki Morgan
Management Analyst Veronica Johnson
Housing Specialist Michael Son
Administrative Assistant Linh Doan
Planning Manager Steve Ratkay
Maintenance and Utilities Manager Tuan Pham
Water Superintendent Scott Miller
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
Vice Mayor Ho led the flag salute.
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INVOCATION
Mayor Nguyen conducted the invocation.
Council Member Phan West arrived at the meeting at 6: 16 PM.
CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Bettenhausen announced that the Council discussed the items, provided direction and took no reportable action.
City Attorney Bettenhausen announced two potential walk- on items.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Ho, to walk on a Closed Session potential litigation item.
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
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Nguyen, to walk on an item to discuss Council Code of Ethics.
The motion failed, 2-3, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: PHAN WEST, N. NGUYEN
NOES: C. NGUYEN, HO, MANZO
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS — None.
CITY CLERK REPORT - None
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made the following announcements:
Police Department Green Patch Project
Opening of the Splash Pad
Applications being accepted for the Youth Committee
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Council Member Phan West left the dais at 6: 21 PM.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 6: 23 PM.
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATION
A. Presentation of Proclamation for National Public Works Week B. Presentation of Proclamation for National Police Week.
C. Presentation of Proclamation for Mental Health Awareness Month.
Mayor Nguyen read and presented the proclamations to respective groups, alongside the City Council.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
The following individuals spoke under Oral Communications on Agenda Items Only:
1. Jodi Boyd commented on Agenda Item No. 3. 1, highlighting the budget deficit and potential cannabis shops. She requested Council Member Phan West add an item to the agenda to discuss funding from Reserves.
2. Tami Hammell spoke in agreement with the potential revenue from cannabis shops and commented on Agenda Item No. 5.5, suggesting funding for WAGS.
3. D'Vorah Mariscal spoke in agreement with the need for revenue and retaining business ( Agenda Item No. 3. 1 and 3. 4) and commented on importance of the animal shelter ( Agenda Item No. 5. 5).
4. Robert L Harrison commented on Agenda Item No. 7. 1 and spoke on the changes made from the prior presentation, urging the City Council to move the project forward.
5. Terry Rains congratulated Public Works and the Police Department; indicated support for annexation and potential cannabis; questioned replacement of Foundation members and the need to amend the bylaws; in support of WAGs Agenda Item No. 5. 5), in support of moving forward with technology ( Agenda Item No. 6. 1); thanked staff for Agenda Item No. 7. 1; and commented on the Closed Session walk on item.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
3. 1 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Registers dated April 18, 2024 through May 1, 2024.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed.
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3. 2 Agreement with County of Orange for Water Billing and Payment Processing Services.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the agreement with the County of Orange for Water Billing and Payment Processing Services in an amount not to exceed $ 127, 500.
3. 3 Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Wittman Enterprises, LLC for Ambulance Transportation Billing Services.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved Amendment No. 1 to the existing agreement with Wittman Enterprises, LLC. for ambulance transportation billing services.
3. 4 Strategic Plan Goal # 1 - Achieve Financial Stability.
Strategic Plan Objective: Provide an update to the City Council on the status of the creative revenue ideas.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed this report.
3. 5 Approval of Proclamation.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the following proclamation:
A. Drowning Prevention Awareness Season.
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.
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
4. PUBLIC HEARING
4. 1 Public Hearing and Resolution to Determine and Declare a Public Nuisance and Conduct Weed Abatement for Spring 2024.
Public Works Director Ngo provided the staff report and indicated there was a late communication memo providing a revised Resolution for Council consideration.
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In response to Council Member Manzo, Public Works Director Ngo discussed repeat offenders and compliance.
MAYOR NGUYEN OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
The following individual addressed the Council:
1. Terry Rains questioned why the ordinance only applied to vacant properties and discussed the need for more code enforcement.
MAYOR NGUYEN CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to:
A. Overrule any objections received at the subject Public Hearingfor the abatement of the weeds; and
B. Adopt Resolution No. 5257 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."
Prior to roll call, Council Member Manzo discussed the need to deal with repeat offenders at commercial properties. Public Works Director Ngo discussed reports to Code Enforcement.
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
4. 2 Adoption of Final FY 2024- 2025 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant ( CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Act HOME) Program Federal Funds.
Housing Specialist Son provided the staff report.
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MAYOR NGUYEN OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
The following individual addressed the Council:
1. Terry Rains suggested a comprehensive analysis of spending of funds and need to utilize the funds.
MAYOR NGUYEN CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Manzo to:
A. Approve the Final FY 2024- 2025 Annual Action Plan; and B. Authorize the City Manager to execute the documents required for submission of CDBG and HOME funding approval to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development ( HUD) for review and approval; and C. Authorize staff to make changes to funding allocations once the final 2024 CDBG and HOME allocations are announced by HUD; and
D. Allocate any project savings from fiscal year 2023- 2024 Street Improvements to fiscal year 2024- 2025 Street Improvements.
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. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Appointment to the Westminster Community Foundation Council Member Nguyen requested deferral of his appointment to the next meeting.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to:
A. Defer Council Member NamQuan Nguyen' s appointment to the next meeting; and B. Appoint Tien Chu ( Mayor Chi Charlie Nguyen' s appointee) to the Westminster Community Foundation to fill the unscheduled vacancy for a term ending January 2026.
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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. 2 Allocation of Funds for Purchasing Two ( 2) Grant- Funded Ford F- 150 Lightning Electric Pickup Trucks.
Public Works Director Ngo provided the staff report.
In response to Council Member Phan West, Public Works Director Ngo discussed alternative uses for the grant funds.
In response to Council Member Manzo, Director Ngo discussed use of the Chevy Volt for the inspector. Council Member Manzo suggested smaller vehicles. Staff explained that a change in the type of vehicle would require approval by the grant funding agency.
In response to Council Members Phan West and Nguyen, Director Ngo and Director Backs clarified the recommendation and budget allocation.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to:
A. Approve an increase to the Revenue Budget, Account Number 58000- 34294 I/ gvt State- Other) in the amount of $ 140, 430; and
B. Approve an increase to the Expenditure Budget, Account Number 58002- 581400 ( Motor Pool- Equipment Replacement) in the amount of$ 150, 000; and C. Approve the purchase of two Ford F150 Lightning Electric Pickup Trucks from Transwest Truck Center, of Fontana, CA, in the amount not to exceed 150, 000.
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
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5. 3 Award of Contract for the Garden Grove Boulevard Street Improvement Project from Edwards Street to Beach Boulevard - Project Plan. No. 2563.
Public Works Director Ngo provided a brief staff report.
In response to Council Member Manzo, Director Ngo explained the hard scape median and other public right of way improvements.
In response to Vice Mayor Ho, Director Ngo discussed experience with the proposed contractor, and use of contingency funds.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to:
A. Approve the award of contract to the lowest and responsible bidder in the amount of $ 2,393, 844. 50 to R.J. Noble Company and that all other bids be rejected; and
B. Authorize a 10% contingency in the amount of $ 239, 384. 45 for potential change orders; and
C. Authorize the City Manager to execute the contract on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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. 4 Revisions to City Council Meeting Schedule for the Remainder of 2024 and Extension of Holiday Closure.
City Manager Cordon provided a brief report.
In response to Vice Mayor Ho, City Manager Cordon commented on past practices for summer vacations / months and indicated it would be the first time going dark for all of July.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Vice Mayor Ho to:
A. Cancel the regular meetings of July 10, July 24, November 27, and December 25; and adjust the schedule for adjourned regular meetings as recommended; and
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B. Extend the holiday closure to include December 23, 2024.
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. 5 Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement for Animal Shelter Services in Fiscal Year.
Council Member Manzo recused himself due to a campaign contribution.
Council Member Manzo left Council Chambers at 7: 38 PM.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Phan West to:
A. Approve Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement for Animal Shelter Services increasing its cost by $ 9, 500 a month starting on June 1, 2024 costing an additional $ 9, 500 in Fiscal Year 2023- 2024 and $ 114,000 in 2024- 2025 bringing the total contract cost for Fiscal Year 2024- 2025 to $ 732, 684 and authorizing the City Manager or her designee to execute the amended agreement; and B. Approve the second option year renewal of the Agreement taking effect on July 1, 2024.
The motion carried, 4-0-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, PHAN WEST, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: MANZO
ABSTAIN: NONE
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 7: 40 PM.
Council Member Manzo returned to Council Chambers at 7: 41 PM.
5. 6 City of Westminster Three- Year Strategic Plan and Updated Six- Month Objectives.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Ho, to defer the item to the next meeting.
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The motion carried, 4-0- 1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, MANZO, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEM
6. 1 Consider Introduction and First Reading of an Ordinance Amending Title 2.04 Administration and Personnel, City Council) of the Westminster Municipal Code Adding Section 2. 04. 135 ( Electronic Filing of Campaign Disclosure Information).
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to introduce for first reading an Ordinance entitled, " AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR
AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 2. 04 ( ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL, CITY COUNCIL) OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING 2. 04. 135 ( ELECTRONIC
FILING OF CAMPAIGN DISCLOSURE INFORMATION) TO MANDATE
ELECTRONIC AND PAPERLESS FILING OF CAMPAIGN FINANCE
DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS BY ELECTED OFFICIALS, CANDIDATES, OR COMMITTEES," read by title only and waive further reading.
The motion carried, 4-0- 1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, MANZO, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEM
7. 1 Continued from the February 28, 2024 Regular Meeting - Consideration of a Request to Replace Two ( 2) Panels on the Wall Inside the Vietnam War Memorial Kiosk at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park.
Council Member Manzo thanked those who were apart of this project for their dedication and contributions.
Discussion ensued regarding the vetting of the project and confirmation of the language used.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to approve the Parks and Recreation Commission' s recommendation to replace two
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2) panels on the wall inside the Vietnam War Memorial Kiosk at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park, located at 14180 All American Way.
The motion carried, 4-0-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, MANZO, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
8. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - NON- AGENDA ITEMS
The following individuals addressed the Council on Non-Agenda Items:
1. Diane Weinstock discussed the sober living facility developing within her residential neighborhood and presented a petition with additional signatures.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 7: 52 PM.
2. D'vorah Mariscal discussed parking of rental RVs. She expressed compassion to Council Member Manzo regarding the incident with Council Member Phan West. She requested the Chair ensure there were no interruptions from Council Member Phan West.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 7: 54 PM.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 7: 55 PM.
3. Mike Ringgold discussed the importance of rehabilitation but indicated opposition to the sober living facility development in the neighborhood.
4. Danny Meza commented on actions of Council Member Phan West towards Council Member Manzo, her storage of RV rentals and her absence from the meeting. He discussed criminal activity on Dorothy Lane.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 7: 59 PM.
5. Jason Doan discussed the Cold War.
6. Tami Hammell commented on the absence of Council Member Phan West and violation of the Code of Conduct and suggested Council Member Phan West be censured.
7. John Gentile spoke in support of Council Member Manzo.
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Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 8: 10 PM.
8. Gigi Vo discussed the actions of Council Member Phan West.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 8: 14 PM.
9. Khai Dao discussed the media' s negative commentary on the City' s action and need to control the meetings.
10. Hue Doannetto addressed Council Member Phan West' s disrespect.
11. Nhat Linh discussed the actions of Council Member Phan West.
12. Terry Rains discussed the baseless police report filed by Council Member Phan West.
9. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL/ AGENCY MEMBERS ( Including AB 1234 Report when required)
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 8: 30 PM.
Council Member Phan West thanked members of the public for attending the meeting and staff for its hard work. She read an article from Westminster Buzz urging the public to come out to speak in support for Council Member Manzo and City Manager Cordon. She discussed the Police Report she filed and questioned the leaked information. She commented on the Closed Session item regarding the City Manager' s performance evaluation. She discussed the Jane Fonda item and exclusion of her name on the item. She wished everyone a Happy Mother' s Day.
In response to Council Member Manzo, City Attorney Bettenhausen confirmed that the City Manager evaluation was properly listed and discussed in Closed Session.
He wished the mothers a Happy Mother' s Day. He addressed the allegations by Council Member Phan West and read a statement regarding the events following the May 3, 2024.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 8: 50 PM.
Vice Mayor Ho discussed the events following the Special Meeting. She discussed her appearance at the LA County Supervisors meeting. She wished mothers a Happy Mother' s Day.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 8: 51 PM.
Council Member Nguyen thanked staff and the Police Department. He reported on his attendance at the recent meeting in Sacramento. He stated he had not read the
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police report and would discuss the events following the Special Meeting at a future meeting.
Mayor Nguyen discussed the May 3, 2024, Special Meeting and thanked staff for their hardworkand urged the communityto celebrateMothersfor the upcoming Mother' s Day holiday.
CLOSED SESSION
The Mayor and the City Council entered Closed Session at 9:13 p.m. for the following item:
1. Conference with Legal Counsel
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 9 ( d)( 2): Potential Litigation Number of Cases: One ( 1)
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the meeting at 9:37 p.m. from Closed Session.
RECONVENE: The meeting reconvened to Open Session at 9:37 p.m.
ROLL CALL MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
VICE MAYOR KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum was present.
CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Bettenhausen indicated the Council discussed the item and took no reportable action.
10. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Nguyen adjourned the meeting at 9:38 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.
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CHI CHARLIENGUYEN
MAYOR
ATTEST:
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ON R. I R• CHO, MMC
CITY CLERK