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The City Council of the City of Westminster, California, convened on Wednesday, June 26, 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: 06 p. m., on Wednesday, June 26, 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 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
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
Deputy Police Chief Ron Weber
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
Council Member Manzo led the flag salute.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION
There were no members of the public present who wished to speak on the closed session items.
CLOSED SESSION
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
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Case: City of Westminster, et al v. Purdue Pharma L. P., et. AI; USDC, Northern District of California ( Case No. 19- cv- 02325- JST, Transferred to USDC, Northern District of Ohio, MDL No. 2)
2. Conference with Real Property Negotiators
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 8:
Property: 8190 13th Street, Westminster, CA 92683
City Negotiator: Christine Cordon, City Manager; Adolfo Ozaeta, Assistant City Manager
Negotiating Party: Elderly Development Westminster L. P., a California Limited Partnership Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed Closed Session at 6:09 p.m.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting reconvened on Wednesday, June 26, 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: 11 p. m., on Wednesday, June 26, 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 with all members of the City Council present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
City Attorney Christian Bettenhausen
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Clerk Ashton Arocho
Finance Director Erin Backs
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
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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 Captain Nolan McGaughy
Information Technology Manager Charles Poovakan
Administrative Assistant Tanya Ramirez
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
Council Member Phan West led the flag salute.
INVOCATION
Vice Mayor Ho conducted the invocation.
CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Bettenhausen announced that the Mayor and City Council met under Closed Session regarding the items listed on the agenda and reported the following:
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Ho, seconded by Council Member Manzo, authorizing participation in the settlement with Kroger.
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 Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, authorizing the City Manager to approve future settlements as they occur and provide updates to the City Council.
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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EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
There were no Ex Parte Communications to be presented at this time.
CITY CLERK REPORT
City Clerk Arocho reminded residents of the General Municipal Election Nomination Period for Districts 2 and 3 and encouraged residents to apply for current vacancies on the Commission on Aging and Cultural Arts Commission.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made the following announcements:
Fireworks Information
Fourth of July is steadfastly approaching. Per the Westminster Municipal Code, only the sale of Safe and Sane fireworks is permitted and must bear the State Fire Marshall seal. The City awards fifteen ( 15) Fireworks Stands Permits each year to our local non- profit organizations, which you will being to notice throughout the City in the coming weeks. For many of these organizations, this is their largest fundraiser of the year. As prescribed in the Westminster Municipal Code, the dates of sale are from June 30th through July 3rd from 10: 00 a. m. to 10: 00 p. m., and on July 4th from 10: 00 a. m. to 9: 00 p. m. July 4th is the only day permitted to discharge fireworks.
Only the sale of Safe and Sane fireworks may be discharged. Possession, sale, or discharge of illegal fireworks carries a $ 1, 000 fine. In addition, citations may also be issued for those in possession of illegal fireworks. For more information, visit the City' s website at http:// www. westm inster- ca. gov/ police/ code/ fireworks.
Please have a safe and enjoyable 4th of July holiday!
National Night Out
National Night Out was first started in 1970 out of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and has grown to be a nationwide event to promote police- community partnerships with neighborhood camaraderie. This relationship between neighbors and law enforcement is a way of helping to make our neighbors safer, more caring places to work, play and live.
Westminster Police Department would like to invite everyone to this year' s National Night Out event scheduled for August 8, 2024 at the Westminster Civic Center Sunken Garden area ( 8200 Westminster Blvd.) in conjunction with Community Services Concert in the Park.
Our National Night Out event will start at 5:00 pm with the concert in the park beginning at 6: 00 pm. Redneck Rodeo, a country band, who will be providing the musical entertainment for the evening. At National Night Out there will be police vehicles, police motorcycles, a
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K9 demonstration, along with Westminster's Public Services Department, Community and Recreation Department just to name a few.
Additionally, during the National Night Out event our Westminster Police Explorers will be providing free child identification kits for parents at their booth. These kits are for the families to take home and keep for their records.
Be sure to bring your family and friends to enjoy the night with us on August 8th, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sigler Park Splash Pad
The weather' s been heating up, so join us at our Sigler Park Splash Pad to cool down! The Splash Pad is free and open daily from 12-5 p.m. If you're interested in renting out the Splash Pad for your next private event, feel free to contact the Community Services and Recreation Department for more information.
Summer Recreation Programs
Remember to check out our free drop- in Summer Recreation Programs for youth ages 6- 14! Enjoy supervised games, arts and crafts, sports, and much more at Bolsa Chica Park, Liberty Park, Sigler Park, or the Civic Center Sunken Gardens, Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. 4 p.m.
Fourth of July BBQ Lunch
The Senior Center will be hosting a Fourth of July BBQ Lunch on Wednesday, July 3rd from 11: 30 a. m. — 1 p. m., with festive music courtesy of " 5 Star Band". Let' s honor our nation' s independence and enjoy a fantastic afternoon together. Tickets are on sale for $ 5 at the Senior Center Front Desk. For more information, please call the Senior Center at ( 714) 895- 2878.
Movie Nights
Staff has been busy gearing up for our first Movie Night of the Summer Season starting on July
11th
with " Trolls Band Together"! Join us Thursday nights in July for movies, right here in our Civic Center, with activities starting at 6:30 p.m. and movies showing at dusk! Then on July
18th,
join us for " Lilo and Stitch" and on July
25th, "
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles:
Mutant Mayhem". There will be tons of fun prizes and surprises! You won' t want to miss out!
Safety Day
Join us at our annual Safety Day on Wednesday, July 17th at Sigler Park, 7200 Plaza St., from 11: 30 a. m. — 1: 30 p. m. Meet your local heroes from the Westminster Police Department and the Orange County Fire Authority! Hot dog lunch will be served to those in attendance.
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New Employee Welcome
We' d like to give a warm welcome to our new staff!
Recreation Leaders:
Jessica Nguyen
Zoe Kallemeyn
Vanessa Le
Claudia Valdez
Special Services Clerk:
Elena Robles
Welcome aboard!!
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. Presentation of Proclamation for Drowning Prevention and Awareness Season.
Orange County Fire Authority Captain McGaughy discussed increased drownings; risk factors; and water safety.
The Mayor and City Council presented the certificates to the groups as follows:
B. Certificate of Recognition to the Westminster Police Department Explorer and Advisor Program for Outstanding Performance in ExCon.
C. Presentation of Proclamation for Parks Make Life Better Month.
D. Certificate of Recognition to the 2024 Westminster Youth Committee.
E. Certificate of Recognition to the Westminster High School STEM Students.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 6: 50 PM.
Following special presentations, City Manager Cordon announced a walk on an item requested by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Nguyen.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 6: 52 PM.
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Council Member Phan West explained her proposed Resolution urging the reconciliation and moving forward of the entire City Council.
Council Member Nguyen concurred with the proposed item.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded on Council Member Nguyen, to walk on the proposed Resolution to be considered as Agenda Item No. 5. 6.
Prior to the roll call vote, Council Member Manzo asked the urgency of the item.
In response to Council Member Manzo, City Attorney Bettenhausen clarified what constituted an urgent item.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded on Council Member Nguyen, to walk on the Resolution to be considered as Agenda Item No. 5. 6.
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
Council Member Manzo left the dais at 6: 59 PM.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
Council Member Manzo returned to the dais at 7: 01 PM.
Mayor Nguyen encouraged civility and refraining from profanity.
The following individuals spoke under oral communications on agenda items only:
1. Hauwie Tieu spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5.4 and highlighted those who were recognized during Special Presentations.
2. Susan Miller indicated opposition to Agenda Item No. 5. 1, due to noise, traffic, and lack of restrooms.
3. Tami Hammell commented on the walk-on item attempt by Council Member Phan West, Agenda Item Nos. 5. 3 and 5. 5, the change in oral communications and suggested Council Members reduce the amount of time they spoke and allow someone to read other' s comments.
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4. Michael Verrengia commented on Agenda Item No. 5.3 and questioned why Council Member Phan West' s attempted walk- on item was urgent. He expressed concern with the actions of Council Members Phan West and Nguyen.
Council Member Phan West explained the deadline for agenda items and the reason for the walk on item.
5. Lori thanked the Mayor and City Council for their service to the community; and spoke in opposition to Agenda Item No. 5. 1, pickleball court.
6. Kelly Roush spoke in opposition to Agenda Item No. 5. 1 due to concerns of increased traffic, potential crime and opposition to the pickle ball court addition.
7. Autumn McKinney spoke in opposition to pickleball courts under Agenda Item No.
5. 1 due to the impact to her neighborhood, Village Park.
8. Mark Richardson, Village Park resident, indicated opposition to Option 1 on Agenda Item No. 5. 1; and commended the City Council for working together.
9. Terry Rains congratulated those recognized under Special Presentations ( Agenda Item No. 1); indicated she had to request full backup documentation for Agenda Item No. 3. 4; commented on the original deed not included in the staff report so the public is unable to compare legal descriptions and why this has not been corrected in over 30 years ( Agenda Item No. 3. 5); suggested another option be considered for approval regarding the playground designs and reallocated of pickleball funds to other city parks contingent on community feedback ( Agenda Item No. 5. 1); commented on the late communications memo and encouraged staff to evaluate each position ( Agenda Item No. 5. 2); staff report language was ambiguous but spoke in support of requiring three Council Members to walk on an item ( Agenda Item No.
5. 3); questioned how the item is city business ( Agenda Item No. 5. 4); and commented on the political campaign orchestrated by Council Members Phan West and Nguyen ( Agenda Item No. 5. 5).
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Nguyen pulled Agenda Item No. 3. 5 from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
3. 1 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Register dated June 6, 2024 through June 19, 2024.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed.
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3. 2 Treasurer' s Report for May 2024.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
3. 3 Resolution Adopting a List of Projects for Fiscal Year 2024-2025, Funded by Senate Bill 1 ( SB1), the " Road Repair and Accountability Act." ACTION: The Mayor and City Council adopted Resolution No. 5260 entitled, " A
RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A LIST OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024- 2025 FUNDED BY SENATE BILL 1 ( SB1), THE " ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT."
3. 4 Final Seven- Year Capital Improvement Program ( 7- Year CIP) and City' s Pavement Management Plan ( PMP) Update for Measure M2 Eligibility Submittal for Fiscal Year 2024- 2025 through 2030- 2031.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council:
A. Approved the Final Seven- Year Capital Improvement Program ( 7- Year CIP) for Fiscal Year 2024- 2025 through 2030- 2031, and authorize its submittal to the Orange County Transportation Authority ( OCTA) along with other required documents for the M2 Eligibility compliance; and
B. Approved the City' s Pavement Management Plan ( PMP) bi-annual update for the Citywide Master Plan of Arterial Highways ( MPAH), Arterial, and Collectors; and C. Adopted Resolution No. 5266 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
CONCERNING THE STATUS AND UPDATE OF THE PAVEMENT
MANAGEMENT PLAN ( PMP) FOR THE MEASURE M2 ( M2) PROGRAM."
3. 5 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE
DISCUSSION ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR)
CONSENT CALENDAR — ALL ITEMS ( 3. 1- 3. 5)
Motion to was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented, with Agenda Item No. 3. 5 pulled for separate discussion.
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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
THE FOLLOWING ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR
SEPARATE DISCUSSION
3. 5 Request from Westminster School District to Approve the Execution of Quitclaim Deed, Confirming Westminster School District Ownership of Warner Middle School Property Located at 14171 Newland Street, Westminster, CA 92683 ( APN - 097- 080- 48).
This item was pulled by Mayor Nguyen.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta provided a brief staff report.
City Attorney Bettenhausen explained it was a request from the School District.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to adopt a Quitclaim Deed, confirming the Westminster School District' s ownership of the Warner Middle School property.
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 - None
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Consideration of Park Improvement Projects Funded by the American Recovery Plan Act ( ARPA).
Community Services Director Johnson and Public Works Director Ngo provided the staff report.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 7: 44 PM.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 7: 47 PM.
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Following the presentation, Mayor Nguyen discussed the overwhelming opposition to pickleball courts at Westminster Village. He confirmed that funds could be reallocated to the Park Dedication Fund.
In response to Mayor Nguyen, Community Services Director Johnson explained the proposed soccer fields and potential use by adults. She discussed Tony Lamb Park, School District property, and the need for permits. She explained priority to youth organizations and possible adult use on a first come first served basis.
Council Member Manzo thanked staff and the architect for their work on the designs.
Mayor Nguyen discussed the Adjourned Special Meeting that is set to start at 8:00 PM.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the Regular Meeting at 7:58 p.m. to the Adjourned Special Meeting.
RECONVENE: Mayor Nguyen reconvened the regular meeting at 10:41 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
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
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 CONTINUED - Consideration of Park Improvement Projects Funded by the American Recovery Plan Act ( ARPA)
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Council Member Nguyen, to:
A. Approve the purchase of playground equipment from Landscape Structures, Inc. for the Bolsa Chica, Westminster Village, Russell C. Paris, College, and Bowling Green Parks in the total amount of$ 1, 362, 469; and
B. Move forward with Option 2: Eliminate Pickleball Courts Installation project at Westminster Village and Bowling Green Parks based on the community input received, and approve the Revised ARPA Budget as follows with no further allocation needed.
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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 Fiscal Year 2024- 25 Proposed Budget.
Finance Director Backs presented the three options.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to:
A. Move forward with Option 2; and
B. To include the amendments as outlined in the Late Communication Memo; and C. Adopt Resolution No. 5267 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER. CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING AND APPROPRIATING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2024- 2025
FISCAL YEAR AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO INCREASE THE 2023- 2024 OPERATING BUDGET"; and
D. Adopt Resolution No. 5268 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
ESTABLISHING THE ARTICLE XIIIB APPROPRIATION LIMIT FOR THE 2024- 25 FISCAL YEAR"; and
E. Adopt Resolution No. WH- 22 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE
WESTMINSTER HOUSING AUTHORITY ADOPTING AND APPROPRIATING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2024- 25 FISCAL YEAR"; and
F. Adopt Resolution No. 5269 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING THE FUND BALANCE POLICY"; and
G. Approve the job descriptions for Principal Planner, Communications Specialist, and Park Ranger, as amended in the late communications memo; and H. Adopt Resolution No. 5270 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, REVISING RESOLUTION NO. 5235, AMENDING THE SALARY SCHEDULE FOR THE
MANAGEMENT, ADMINISTRATIVE AND CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES
FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2023, THROUGH AND INCLUDING JUNE 30, 2026"; and
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I. Adopt Resolution No. 5271 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, REVISING RESOLUTION NO. 5233, AMENDING THE SALARY SCHEDULE FOR THE
WESTMINSTER POLICE OFFICERS' ASSOCIATION ( WPOA) FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2023, THROUGH AND INCLUDING JUNE 30, 2026." Prior to the roll call vote, Council Member Phan West discussed the need to be fiscally frugal.
Mayor Nguyen discussed the need for additional staffing.
In response to Council Member Manzo, City Manager Cordon indicated there were still unfilled positions.
Council Member Manzo discussed the need for resources to serve the community.
In response to Vice Mayor Ho, Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson explained the proposed position to oversee special events.
Mayor Nguyen discussed the additional events and need for staffing.
Substitute Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, to:
A. Move forward with Option 3; and
B. Adopt Resolution No. 5267 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AND APPROPRIATING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2024- 2025 FISCAL YEAR AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO INCREASE THE 2023- 2024 OPERATING BUDGET"; and
C. Adopt Resolution No. 5268 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING THE ARTICLE XIIIB APPROPRIATION LIMIT FOR THE 2024- 25 FISCAL YEAR"; and
D. Adopt Resolution No. WH- 22 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE
WESTMINSTER HOUSING AUTHORITY ADOPTING AND APPROPRIATING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2024- 25 FISCAL YEAR"; and
E. Adopt Resolution No. 5269 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING THE FUND BALANCE POLICY"; and
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F. Approve the job descriptions for Principal Planner, Communications Specialist, and Park Ranger as amended in the late communications memo; and G. Adopt Resolution No. 5270 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, REVISING RESOLUTION NO. 5235, AMENDING THE SALARY SCHEDULE FOR THE
MANAGEMENT, ADMINISTRATIVE AND CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2023, THROUGH AND INCLUDING JUNE 30, 2026"; and
H. Adopt Resolution No. 5271 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, REVISING RESOLUTION NO. 5233, AMENDING THE SALARY SCHEDULE FOR THE
WESTMINSTER POLICE OFFICERS' ASSOCIATION ( WPOA) FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2023, THROUGH AND INCLUDING JUNE 30, 2026." The substitute motion failed, due to lack of a second.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to:
A. Move forward with Option 2; and
B. To include the amendments as outlined in the Late Communication Memo; and C. Adopt Resolution No. 5267 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AND APPROPRIATING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2024- 2025 FISCAL YEAR AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO INCREASE THE 2023- 2024 OPERATING BUDGET"; and
D. Adopt Resolution No. 5268 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING THE ARTICLE XIIIB APPROPRIATION LIMIT FOR THE 2024- 25 FISCAL YEAR"; and
E. Adopt Resolution No. WH- 22 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE
WESTMINSTER HOUSING AUTHORITY ADOPTING AND APPROPRIATING THE BUDGET FOR THE 2024- 25 FISCAL YEAR"; and
F. Adopt Resolution No. 5269 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING THE FUND BALANCE POLICY"; and
G. Approve the job descriptions for Principal Planner, Communications Specialist, and Park Ranger, as amended in the late communications memo; and
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H. Adopt Resolution No. 5270 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, REVISING RESOLUTION NO. 5235, AMENDING THE SALARY SCHEDULE FOR THE
MANAGEMENT, ADMINISTRATIVE AND CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2023, THROUGH AND INCLUDING JUNE 30, 2026"; and
I. Adopt Resolution No. 5271 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, REVISING RESOLUTION NO. 5233, AMENDING THE SALARY SCHEDULE FOR THE
WESTMINSTER POLICE OFFICERS' ASSOCIATION ( WPOA) FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2023, THROUGH AND INCLUDING JUNE 30, 2026." 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 Request to Implement Policy for Placement of Urgency Items by City Council Members.
Mayor Nguyen presented the item explaining the proposal to require consensus of three Council Members for walk- on or urgency items.
Council Member Nguyen indicated opposition to the proposed policy indicating it was unconstitutional, one step closer to a dictatorship; need to represent all districts; and a violation of Brown Act.
Mayor Nguyen stated the City Attorney' s Office had reviewed the item. He disagreed with Council Member Nguyen' s comments.
Council Member Manzo suggested a clear definition of urgency items and need for a brief description of the item. He indicated the proposal was an attempt to correct those issues.
Vice Mayor Ho discussed the purpose of urgency items and deadlines for agenda preparation. She suggested a clear definition of urgency items and indicated support for the proposal.
City Attorney Bettenhausen explained the proposed policy.
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Council Member Phan West stated it was a violation of the Constitution because it was silencing Council Members. She argued that Vice Mayor Ho had broken the Code of Ethics by calling her and Council Member Nguyen " newbies" and needed to be educated.
In response to Council Member Phan West, Vice Mayor Ho stated an urgency item was not due to missing the deadline.
Council Member Phan West explained that she woke up late due to the length of the prior Council meeting.
City Clerk Arocho stated the agenda was posted on June 21, 2024, at 9:20 p.m.
City Manager Cordon explained the deadline for agenda items was June 13, 2024.
Council Member Phan West indicated there had been other occasions of flexibility.
Vice Mayor Ho confirmed that the deadline for agenda items was June 13.
Council Member Phan West discussed her efforts to put an item on the agenda following her censure.
In response to Mayor Nguyen, City Manager Cordon explained her discussion with Council Member Phan West providing the opportunity to add an item to the Special Meeting agenda to which she declined.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to require a consensus of three of the City Council to place items as urgency or "walk- on" items.
Substitute Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Nguyen, to take no action.
The substitute motion failed, 2-3, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: PHAN WEST, N. NGUYEN
NOES: C. NGUYEN, HO, MANZO
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to require a consensus of three of the City Council to place items as urgency or "walk- on" items.
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The motion carried, 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, MANZO
NOES: PHAN WEST, N. NGUYEN
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 4 Resolution Denouncing the Deplorable Treatment of Ven. Thich Minh Tue Aka Le Anh Tu.
Council Member Nguyen presented the item.
Mayor Nguyen discussed the prior effort of Council Member Nguyen to walk- on the item.
Council Member Phan West indicated support for the item.
Council Member Manzo and Mayor Nguyen discussed continued condemnation of the Communist Party.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to adopt Resolution No. 5272 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, DENOUNCING THE DEPLORABLE TREATMENT OF VEN. THICH MINH TUE AKA LE ANH TU, AND
CONDEMNING THE VIETNAMESE COMMUNIST REGIME FOR SUPPRESSION OF THE PRESS."
Council Member Phan West suggested Council Member Nguyen be allowed to make the motion.
Mayor Nguyen and Council Member Manzo withdrew their motion.
Motion was made by Council Member Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to adopt Resolution No. 5272 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, DENOUNCING THE DEPLORABLE TREATMENT OF VEN. THICH MINH TUE
AKA LE ANH TU, AND CONDEMNING THE VIETNAMESE COMMUNIST REGIME FOR SUPPRESSION OF THE PRESS."
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. 5 Request to Move the Order of Oral Communications for Non- Agenda Items to Beginning of the Meeting.
Council Member Nguyen indicated the public had requested the reordering of the agenda.
Mayor Nguyen questioned the motives of Council Member Nguyen and Council Member Phan West. He expressed understanding to the public but need to conduct effective meetings.
Council Member Phan West explained the purpose to allow public comments on agenda and non-agenda items at the beginning of the meeting.
Motion was made by Council Member Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Phan West, to adopt a Resolution entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 5217 TO REESTABLISH THE ORDER OF BUSINESS TO BE FOLLOWED IN REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL."
Substitute Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Ho, to take no action.
The substitute motion carried, 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, MANZO
NOES: PHAN WEST, N. NGUYEN
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the meeting at 11:50 p.m.
RECONVENE: Mayor Nguyen reconvened the meeting at 12:02 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
VICE MAYOR KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1 ( Arrived at 12: 15 a. m.)
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4 ( Arrived at
12: 16 a. m.)
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEM — None
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEM — None
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8. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - NON- AGENDA ITEMS - None The following individuals addressed the City Council on Non-Agenda Items:
1. Tina Tapia discussed her victimization in sex trafficking; expressed concern about illegal activities by Council Members; and the need for a traffic light on Newland.
2. Michael Verrengia suggested the Council should have just voted on Agenda Item No. 5.4, rather than have excessive discussion; commented on illegal parking of Council Member Phan West' s RV; and the absence of Council Members Phan West and Nguyen. He thanked Mayor Nguyen, Vice Mayor Ho and Council Member Manzo for their hard work during the meeting.
3. Tami Hammell commented on the absence of Council Members Phan West and Nguyen; commended the hard work of Mayor Nguyen, Vice Mayor Ho and Council Member Manzo; suggested the censure of Council Member Nguyen; and questioned whether City Attorney Bettenhausen had counseled Council Member Phan West.
4. Terry Rains commented on the absence of Council Members Phan West and Nguyen; recent raid in Oakland related to campaign finance money laundering; and the camera angle omitting her signs; addressed Council Member Phan West on the continued absences from the dais; and suggested docking pay of Council Members Phan West and Nguyen.
9. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL/ AGENCY MEMBERS ( Including AB 1234 Report when required)
Council Member Phan West entered the meeting at 12:15AM.
Council Member Manzo thanked staff and the Police Department.
Vice Mayor Ho wished the community a Happy Fourth of July and thanked members of the public for their attendance at recent meetings.
Council Member Nguyen entered the meeting at 12:16 PM.
Council Member Nguyen thanked staff and the Police Department. He requested staff agendize a resolution to censure Mayor Nguyen at the August 14, 2024 meeting.
Council Member Phan West wished the community a Happy Fourth of July. She thanked members of the public for their attendance at the meetings and commented on the assumed decorum of the Council up until the November election. She read a recent press release on the death due to an e- bike accident and related Go Fund Me account.
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City Attorney Bettenhausen cautioned Council Member Phan West on her statements.
Discussion ensued regarding the comments made by Council Member Phan West.
Council Member Phan West stated she would be holding a press conference on June 27.
She stated Vice Mayor Ho took advantage of the daughter of the e- bike accident victim.
During the comments, City Attorney Bettenhausen requested that there be a walk- on item for potential litigation.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to walk- on an urgent item of potential litigation in a Closed Session meeting.
The motion failed, 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, MANZO
NOES: PHAN WEST, N. NGUYEN
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
Council Member Phan West requested staff prepare an item to censure Vice Mayor Ho.
10. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Nguyen adjourned the meeting at 12: 27 a. m., on Thursday, June 27, 2024.
The meetings of July 10, 2024 and July 24, 2024 have been cancelled.
The next Regular Meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted:
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