CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
Mayor
KIMBERLY HO
Vice Mayor, District 3
AMY PHAN WEST
Council Member, District 1
CARLOS MANZO
Council Member, District 2
NAMQUAN NGUYEN
Council Member, District 4
AMENDED AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
WESTMINSTER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
CLOSED SESSION – 4:00 p.m.
OPEN SESSION - 6:00 p.m.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8200 WESTMINSTER BOULEVARD
WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA 92683
If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, including interpretation, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (714) 548-3237. Notification of 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 American Disabilities Act Title II)
Documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda are available for public inspection on the City’s website at www.westminster-ca.gov.
AMENDED AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
MEETINGS
Regular meetings of the City Council are held the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at the hour of 5:30 p.m. (5:00 p.m. if deemed necessary) for Closed Session matters, if required.
The public session of the meeting shall commence at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible. (WMC 2.04.010)
AGENDA INFORMATION
The agenda contains a brief general description of each item to be considered. The agenda and supporting documentation are available for public review no later than 72 hours prior to the meeting. The agenda can be accessed on the City's web site at www.westminster-ca.gov.
Live
video streaming of regular meetings and an archive of agendas and minutes are also available on the City's website.
Visit https://westminsterca.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=2 to subscribe to agenda notifications.
RULES OF CONDUCT AND DECORUM AT PUBLIC MEETING WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE SEC. 2.04.060 AND RESOLUTION NO. 4963
In support and respect of one another and in an effort to orderly conduct the business of the people during the meeting, following the adopted Rules of Decorum are required, expected, and appreciated. The Rules of Conduct are as follows:
• Treat others courteously.
• Listen to others respectfully.
• No profane language.
• Please do not interrupt other speakers or council members. • Please remain seated or quiet when asked to.
• Please do not obstruct visibility for others in attendance with large signs. • Audience members may only hold signs in the back most row. • Signs shall not be larger than 8 ½ x 11 size.
• Individuals holding signs shall be limited to no more than one sign each. • Signs shall remain with the holder, and shall not be placed in adjacent seats. • For your safety and the safety of others, no signs on sticks are allowed in the Council Chambers.
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SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
QUY TẮC HÀNH XỬ CHO NHỮNG BUỔI HỌP CÔNG CHÚNG
WESTMINSTER. 2.04.060 VÀ NGHỊ QUYẾT 4963
Để hỗ trợ và tôn trọng lẫn nhau và trong nỗ lực tiến hành có tr ật tự cho những buổi họp, việc tuân theo các quy tắc hành xử cần thiết đã được thông qua. Các quy tắc hành xử như sau:
• Đối xử lịch sự với người khác.
• Tôn trọng lắng nghe người khác.
• Không được dùng ngôn ngữ tục tĩu.
• Vui lòng không ngắt lời nói của người khác hoặc thành viên hội đồng thành phố. • Vui lòng ngồi yên hoặc im lặng khi được yêu cầu.
• Vui lòng không sử dụng những bảng hiệu lớn cản trở tầm nhìn của những người khác. • Cư dân đến tham dự buổi họp nên ngồi ở hàng ghế cuối trong phòng họp nếu mang theo bảng hiệu.
• Bảng hiệu không được lớn hơn kích thước 8 ½ x 11.
• Mỗi người chỉ có thể đem theo một bảng hiệu.
• Không được đặt bảng hiệu lên ghế ngồi bên cạnh.
• Vì sự an toàn của mọi người, không được phép sử dụng những bảng hiệu gắn trên cậy trong phòng họp hội đồng thành phố.
REGLAS DE CONDUCTA Y DECORO EN LAS REUNIONES PÚBLICAS
SECCIÓN DEL CÓDIGO MUNICIPAL DE WESTMINSTER. 2.04.060 Y RESOLUCIÓN NO. 4963
En apoyo y respeto mutuo y en un esfuerzo por conducir ordenadamente los asuntos de las personas durante la reunión, se requiere, espera, y agradece seguir las Reglas de Decoro adoptadas por la ciudad. Las reglas de conducta son las siguientes:
• Trate a los demás con cortesía.
• Escuche a los demás con respeto.
• No se permite lenguaje profano.
• No interrumpa a otros oradores o miembros del consejo. • Los miembros de la audiencia solo pueden sostener letreros en la última fila. • Los letreros no deben ser más grandes que 8 ½” x 11” de tamaño. • Permanezca sentado o en silencio cuando se lo pidan.
• Las personas que tengan letreros se limitarán a no más de un letrero por persona.
• Los letreros permanecerán con el miembro de la audiencia y no se colocarán en asientos adyacentes.
• Por su seguridad y la seguridad de los demás, no se permiten letreros con palos en las Cámaras del Consejo.
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AMENDED AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION BY THE PUBLIC
MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC MAY VIEW THE MEETING LIVE IN ONE OF THE FOLLOWING WAYS:
• In Person
• City of Westminster YouTube Channel -
https://www.youtube.com/cityofwestminsterca92683
• City of Westminster Streaming Video Online -
https://westminsterca.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=2 • Westminster WTV: Spectrum Channel 3, Frontier FiOS Channel 42, and AT&T U-Verse Channel 99
MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC MAY SUBMIT COMMENTS IN WRITING UP TO 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING:
• E-mail your comments to [email protected]. • Comments received via e-mail will be provided to the City Council and be reflected in the minutes. Comments will not be read verbally at the meeting. • Your comments will become part of the official meeting record. You must provide your full name, but please do not provide any other personal information (i.e. phone numbers, addresses, etc.) that you do not want to be published.
TO SPEAK IN PERSON:
• Complete a green speaker slip that is provided at the entrance of the council chambers and submit the completed slip to City Clerk staff.
• When your name is called, step up to the podium and state your name* and city of residence* (*optional) for the record.
TO REQUEST TO SPEAK IN ADVANCE IN PERSON:
• E-mail your request to speak at the meeting along with your name to [email protected].
• E-mail to speak in advance at the email listed above must be received 24 hours prior to the meeting.
AMENDED AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC MAY REQUEST AN INTERPRETER* IN ADVANCE TO ASSIST
A NON- ENGLISH SPEAKER DURING THE ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND PUBLIC HEARING SECTIONS OF THE MEETING.
In accordance with Resolution No. 5135, the City Council adopted a policy providing rules governing translators and public comments to ensure a fair opportunity for all speakers to address the City Council. A non-English speaking member of the public wishing to address the City Council may bring their own interpreter* to interpret for them from non-English to English. A non-English speaking member of the public may alternatively request that the City provide an interpreter* to interpret in Vietnamese or Spanish. The request must be made no less than 48 hours in advance for a regular meeting, and 12 hours in advance for a special meeting. The City will voluntarily make a reasonable effort to accommodate the request. However, the City does not have a legal obligation to provide an interpreter*. Any non- English speaking member of the public may utilize the services of a City-provided interpreter*, if one is available at the meeting.
In accordance with the policy and the California Government Code, non- English speakers who utilize an interpreter* will be allowed to speak twice the allotted time granted by the City Council to any speaker not utilizing an interpreter*, subject to any restrictions set forth in the City’s adopted policy.
Speakers who elect to address the City Council in English and self -translate into another language will not be allowed twice the allotted time.
*Also referenced as “Translator” in Government Code and City Resolution.
Except as specifically provided by law for closed sessions, all meetings of the City Council Agency shall be open and public. Agendas for the City Council meetings provide the public an opportunity to directly address the City Council on items of interest to the public that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council on any agenda items. NO action may be taken on items not listed on the agenda unless authorized by law.
WEBSITE/TELEVISED MEETING SCHEDULE
Regular City Council meetings are broadcast live on Westminster Cable Channel 3 and REBROADCAST on Monday at 5:00 p.m., Wednesday at 6:00 p.m., Friday at 7:00 a.m. and Sunday at 8:30 a.m. The City’s website (www.westminster-ca.gov) provides information about viewing live and archived City Council meetings. If you have internet access, you can follow the meeting live with a video stream on your computer. You will also have access to an archive of recent City Council meeting agendas, videos and minutes.
AMENDED AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
CLOSED SESSION
4:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS MAY BE RECEIVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL PRIOR TO ANY ITEM TO BE CONSIDERED IN CLOSED SESSION.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
VICE MAYOR, DISTRICT 3 KIMBERLY HO
COUNCIL MEMBER, DISTRICT 1 AMY PHAN WEST
COUNCIL MEMBER, DISTRICT 2 CARLOS MANZO
COUNCIL MEMBER, DISTRICT 4 NAMQUAN NGUYEN
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council will recess to a Closed Session for the following purpose:
1. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
Number of Case(s): One (1)
2. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Section 54956.9 (d)(3) and (d)(2): One Case Request at last council meeting to Investigate Potential Targeting of Councilwoman Amy Phan West (District 1)
RECESS
AMENDED AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
REGULAR SESSION
6:00 P.M.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE WESTMINSTER
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
VICE MAYOR, DISTRICT 3 KIMBERLY HO
COUNCIL MEMBER, DISTRICT 1 AMY PHAN WEST
COUNCIL MEMBER, DISTRICT 2 CARLOS MANZO
COUNCIL MEMBER, DISTRICT 4 NAMQUAN NGUYEN
SALUTE TO FLAG Vice Mayor Ho
INVOCATION
CITY ATTORNEY/CLOSED SESSION REPORT
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
(Including SB 1439 Report when required)
CITY CLERK REPORT
CITY MANAGER REPORT
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. Presentation of a Proclamation for Hunger Action Month.
B. Presentation of a Proclamation for World Alzheimer's Awareness Month.
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SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (CONCERNING AGENDA ITEMS ONLY)
THIS IS THE TIME OF THE MEETING THAT MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC MAY
ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL REGARDING ANY ITEMS ON THE AGENDA, EXCEPT PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS. MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WISHING TO ADDRESS PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS SHALL DO SO AT THE TIME OF THE PUBLIC HEARING.
UNLESS OTHERWISE EXTENDED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE CITY COUNCIL, COMMENTS SHALL BE LIMITED TO THREE (3) MINUTES PER SPEAKER.
ANY PERSON WISHING TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL IN PERSON SHOULD
COMPLETE A GREEN SPEAKER SLIP THAT IS PROVIDED AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS AND SUBMIT THE CARD TO THE CITY CLERK. WHEN
YOUR NAME IS CALLED, PLEASE STEP TO THE PODIUM AT THAT TIME AND STATE YOUR NAME* AND CITY OF RESIDENCE* (*OPTIONAL) FOR THE RECORD.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
ALL MATTERS LISTED UNDER THE CONSENT CALENDAR ARE CONSIDERED
ROUTINE AND MAY BE APPROVED BY A SINGLE MOTION FOLLOWED BY A ROLL CALL VOTE. THERE WILL BE NO SEPARATE DISCUSSION OF THESE ITEMS
UNLESS MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OR STAFF REQUEST THAT SPECIFIC
ITEMS BE REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE ACTION OR DISCUSSION.
WARRANT REGISTER
3.1 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Registers dated August 22, 2024 through September 4, 2024.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
ORDINANCE (SECOND READING)
3.2 Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2614, Amending the City’s Policy Regarding the Use of “Military Equipment”.
RECOMMENDATION:
Conduct a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2614 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CITY’S POLICY REGARDING THE USE OF ‘MILITARY EQUIPMENT’,” read by title only and waive further reading.
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ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3.3 Amend the City’s 7-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project List for Measure M2 Eligibility for Fiscal Year 2024 -2025 to include the 2022 Catch Basin Screen Installation Project.
RECOMMENDATION:
Amend the approved City’s 7- Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) project list for project reimbursement from OCTA to include the 2022 Catch Basin Screen Installation Project.
3.4 Adoption of Plans and Specifications and Authorization to Solicit Construction Bids for the Sigler Park Soccer Fields Project- Plan No: P-2618.
RECOMMENDATION:
A. Approve the plans and specifications for the Sigler Park Soccer Fields Project - Plan No: P-2618, and authorize the Public Works Director or City Engineer to approve minor modifications to the plans and specifications to accommodate requested revisions from public safety and utility agencies; and
B. Authorize the Public Works Department to advertise and solicit construction bids for said project.
RESOLUTION
3.5 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Appointment of Margaret (“Sheri”) Sheryl Vander Dussen, a CalPERS Retiree, as Interim Community Development Director to Comply with California Government Code Section 21221(h).
RECOMMENDATION:
A. Adopt a Resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING MARGARET (”SHERI”) SHERYL VANDER DUSSEN AS INTERIM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR;” and
B. Authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with CalPERS Retired Annuitant Margaret (“Sheri”) Sheryl Vander Dussen to appoint her as the Interim Community Developer Director.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
AMENDED AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
4. PUBLIC HEARING
ANYONE WISHING TO SPEAK ON AN OPEN PUBLIC HEARING MAY SPEAK IN PERSON. SPEAKERS DURING PUBLIC HEARING COMMENTS WILL EACH HAVE THREE (3) MINUTES TO SPEAK ON EACH PUBLIC HEARING ITEM.
ANY PERSON WISHING TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL IN PERSON SHOULD
COMPLETE A GREEN SPEAKER SLIP THAT IS PROVIDED AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS AND SUBMIT THE CARD TO THE CITY CLERK. WHEN
YOUR NAME IS CALLED, PLEASE STEP TO THE PODIUM AT THAT TIME AND STATE YOUR NAME* AND CITY OF RESIDENCE* (*OPTIONAL) FOR THE RECORD.
4.1 Public Hearing - Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report.
• Staff Report
• Comments or Presentation from Applicant
• Comments from Appellant (If Applicable)
• Mayor and City Council Questions for Staff
• Public Comments
• Mayor and Council Member Discussion
• Council Action
RECOMMENDATION:
A. Approve the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER); and
B. Authorize the City Manager to transmit the CAPER to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) by September 27, 2024; and
C. Authorize staff to adjust the CAPER based on information that may be requested by HUD and resubmit as necessary.
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5.1 Update from Be Well Orange County.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file the report.
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SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
5.2 Mixed Use Analysis Related to the Following Strategic Plan Goals and Objectives:
Strategic Plan Goal #1 - Achieve Financial Stability.
Strategic Plan Objective: Begin development of an economic development strategy and report to the City Council; and
Strategic Plan Goal #2 - Develop and Implement Specific Plans for Little Saigon, the Downtown District, and the West Side.
Strategic Plan Objective: Deliver a scope of work for the recommended District 2 Mixed-Use Downtown Specific Plan that includes an economic impact assessment and other strategies for already identified goals of the General Plan.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a Resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR
AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, TO DIRECT
STAFF TO IMPLEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS MADE IN THE FEASIBILITY STUDY
PREPARED BY CONSULTANT TEAM LED BY ECONOMIC & PLANNING SYSTEMS FOR
UPZONING THE MIXED-USE ZONE FOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT, EXPANDING
THE AREA OF THE MIXED -USE DISTRICT AND INCENTIVIZING STRATEGIES FOR
LOT ASSIMILATION AND FINDING THAT THIS DIRECTION TO IMPLEMENT THE
FEASIBILITY STUDY IS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT.”
5.3 Update on Supreme Court Decision in Grants Pass.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file the report.
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEM – None
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEM
7.1 Establishment of the Measure Y and E Citizens Oversight Committee.
RECOMMENDATION: Consider and adopt a Resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 5245 TO ESTABLISH THE MEASURE Y AND E CITIZENS OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE AND ADOPTING THE COMMITTEE’S ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITES.”
8. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (CONCERNING NON-AGENDA ITEMS)
THIS IS THE TIME OF THE MEETING THAT MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC MAY ADDRESS
THE CITY COUNCIL REGARDING ANY NON- AGENDA ITEMS THAT ARE WITHIN THE SUBJECT MATTER JURISDICTION. UNLESS OTHERWISE EXTENDED BY A
MAJORITY VOTE OF THE CITY COUNCIL, COMMENTS SHALL BE LIMITED TO THREE (3) MINUTES PER SPEAKER.
ANY PERSON WISHING TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL IN PERSON SHOULD
COMPLETE A YELLOW SPEAKER SLIP THAT IS PROVIDED AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS AND SUBMIT THE CARD TO THE CITY CLERK. WHEN
YOUR NAME IS CALLED, PLEASE STEP TO THE PODIUM AT THAT TIME AND STATE YOUR NAME* AND CITY OF RESIDENCE* (OPTIONAL) FOR THE RECORD.
AMENDED AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
9. BUSINSS MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL/AGENCY MEMBERS – None
10. COMMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR AGENDA ITEMS FROM CITY COUNCIL/AGENCY MEMBERS (Including AB 1234 Report when required)
11. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting will be held Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
DECLARATION: This agenda was posted on the Bulletin Board outside of the Council Chambers, where completely accessible to the public, at least 72 hours in advance of the City Council meeting.
/s/ Ashton R. Arocho, MMC
City Clerk