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The City Council of the City of Westminster, California, convened on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in a Study Session via In-Person, City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
STUDY SESSION
4: 00 P. M.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Nguyen called the Study Session Meeting of the City Council/Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 4: 12 p. m., on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, via In- Person, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
ABSENT: VICE MAYOR KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
City Clerk Arocho announced that there was not a quorum.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Nguyen adjourned the meeting at 4: 12 p.m. on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 due to lack of quorum.
The City Council of the City of Westminster, California, convened on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. in a Closed Session via In-Person, at the 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: 08 p. m., on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, via In- Person, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1
COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
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ABSENT: VICE MAYOR KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
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
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
Deputy Police Chief Ron Weber
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION
The following individuals spoke under closed session:
1. Tami Hammell spoke on Agenda Item No. 2 of the Closed Session Agenda and commented in opposition to Council Member Phan West representing the City.
2. Terry Rains commented on the lack of quorum during the Study Session due to the absence of Council Members and spoke on Agenda Item No. 2 of the Closed Session, indicating opposition to Council Member Phan West representing the City on behalf of the Mosquito and Vector Control District.
Council Member Phan West responded to comments made by members of the public and discussed her recent censure.
3. Camilla Overbeek commented on the lack of attendance by Council Member Phan West at the Study Session and spoke on Agenda Item No. 2 of the Closed Session agenda.
City Attorney Bettenhausen commented on the need for Council Member Phan West to recuse herself from Item No. 2.
CLOSED SESSION
City Clerk Arocho read the Closed Session titles into the record:
1. Real Property Negotiators pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 8:
Property: 15550 Beach Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683
City Negotiator: Christine Cordon, City Manager and Adolfo Ozaeta, Assistant City Manager Negotiating Party: Orange Coast Infiniti, Owner Dennis Lin Under Negotiations: Price and Terms of Payment
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2. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 9 ( d)( 3) and ( 4) Number of Cases: One ( 1)
Discussion concerning letter from District Counsel for the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 5: 17 PM.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen called for a recess at 5: 18 p.m. due to lack of a quorum.
RECONVENE: Mayor Nguyen reconvened the meeting at 5:20 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
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4 ( Arrived at 5: 38 PM)
The Mayor and the City Council entered Closed Session at 5:21 p.m.
Council Member Nguyen entered the meeting at 5:38 PM.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the meeting at 6:03 p.m. from the Closed Session.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency meeting reconvened on Wednesday, September 25, 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: 13 p. m., on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, via In- Person, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
VICE MAYOR KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
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COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1
ABSENT: NONE
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum of the City Council, with all members present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
City Attorney Christian Bettenhausen
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Clerk Ashton Arocho
Finance Director Erin Backs
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
Human Resources and Risk Manager Director Jodie
Griner
Public Works Director/ City Engineer Jake Ngo
Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson
Deputy Police Chief Ron Weber
Sergeant at Arms Stewart DeJong
Orange County Fire Authority Craig Covey
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 took no reportable action.
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
There were no Ex Parte Communications.
REPORT FROM CITY CLERK — None.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made the following announcements:
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Pink Patch Project
October is right around the corner which means it' s almost time to participate in the Patch Project again!
The Pink Patch Project is an innovative public awareness campaign intended to support the fight against breast cancer. In 2024, it' s estimated that 310, 720 new cases of invasive breast cancer in women and 2, 790 new cases in men will be detected in the United States.
The pink patches debuted in 2013 and were worn on police uniforms of participating departments, during October in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Since then, the Pink Patch Project has become a collaborative effort among public agencies throughout the world.
The WPD joined the cause in 2015, and we are still strong as ever. All uniformed personnel can wear the pink patches issued last year on their uniforms to show their support during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
This year, the Westminster Police Officers' Association will be selling pink patches for
10. 00, K9 pink patches for $ 10. 00, and challenge coins for $ 20 ( new for 2024).
To purchase any of these items, please contact Property Technician Kellee Wells at kwells( c westminster- ca. gov or 714- 548- 3216.
All proceeds will be donated to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.
You can also donate directly to the Susan G. Komen Foundation through this link ittp:// bit. lylWPDBreastCancer).
Fall Festival
Fall Festival kicks off tomorrow at 5 pm! Check out the City' s website or social media for this weekend' s entertainment lineup and the list of 40+ vendors.
Festival dates and times:
Thursday, September 26th - 5:00 to 9:00pm I Cultural Night! Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month I Preview Night - $ 2 rides
Friday, September 27th - 5: 00 to 11: 00pm
Saturday, September 28th - 12:00 to 11:00pm I "Weekend Welcome" at 12pm on stage I Embracing Aging Expo from 1:00 to 5:00pm
Sunday, September 29th - 12:00 to 9:00pm I Creative Babe Market from 12:00 to 4: 00pm
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Halloween Spooktacular
Save the date for the spookiest Friday of the year! Westminster' s Halloween Spooktacular is returning on Friday, October 25th! Be sure to follow the City on social media for more details coming soon!
For more information on any of these events, please contact the Community Services and Recreation Department at 714. 895. 2860.
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATION
A. Update from Midway City Sanitary District.
Board President, Mark Nguyen, and General Manager, Robert Housley, thanked the Mayor and City Council for their recent sponsorship of the Midway City Sanitary District 85th Anniversary event and their continued support and partnership.
Mayor Nguyen thanked the residents that came out for the Study Session and apologized that the meeting could not be held due to lack of a quorum.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, second by Council Member Phan West, to move Agenda Item No. 8 ( Oral Communications Concerning Non- Agenda Items) ahead of Agenda Item No. 2 ( Oral Communications — Agenda Items Only).
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, PHAN WEST, MANZO, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
THE FOLLOWING ITEM WAS HEARD OUT OF ORDER
7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS CONCERNING NON- AGENDA ITEMS The following individuals spoke under Oral Communications Concerning Non-Agenda Items:
1. Michael Verrengia expressed disappointment in the tone of the text messages between Council Member Phan West and Police Chief Lenyi regarding walking an elderly woman to her car. He commented on the absence of Council Members from the dais to speak to their supporters in the audience during the meeting and on the vandalism of Mayor' s office by a candidate.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 6: 28 PM.
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2. Kyle Seasock, President of the Westminster Police Officer' s Association ( WPOA), responded to comments made about the costs for police services in the City of Westminster and suggestion to outsource the Police Department. He provided a letter from the WPOA.
3. Jessica Lostaunau commented on a text message between Council Member Phan West and Police Chief Lenyi regarding walking out an elderly woman and discussed lack of quorum at the Study Session.
Prior to the next speaker, Mayor Nguyen asked the City Attorney Bettenhausen if filming could be done from the dais. City Attorney Bettenhausen indicated filming was allowed.
Council Member Manzo expressed concern that filming from the dais could be considered intimidation.
4. Tina Tapia played a video regarding concerns of an employee.
5. Camilla Overbeek commented on the recent Study Session cancellation due to lack of a quorum. She suggested stipends not be paid to Council Member Phan West and Council Member Nguyen when absent. She requested Council Member Phan West stop recording her from the dais. She suggested Agenda Item No. 5. 1 to not proceed until a study session was conducted.
6. Tami Hammell commented on accusations of Council Member Phan West and expressed concern with her treatment of staff and members of the Police Department.
During Ms. Hammell's time, Vice Mayor Ho expressed concern about disruption by Council Member Phan West while recording from the dais.
Mayor Nguyen discussed complaints received by members of the Council and public.
City Attorney Bettenhausen stated Council Member Phan West had the right to record but not to disrupt the meeting.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, second by Council Member Manzo, to have Council Member Phan West stop from recording from the dais.
Mayor Nguyen withdrew his motion due to the City Attorney indicating recording was allowed.
Council Member Phan West asked what her rights are.
City Attorney Bettenhausen reiterated that she could record but not disrupt the meeting.
6. Tami Hammell continued her comments in opposition of the behavior of Council Member Phan West and Council Member Nguyen.
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City Manager Cordon clarified that the City Clerk took direction regarding stopping the clock only from the Mayor.
City Attorney Bettenhausen explained the standard to prove defamation by public figures.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 6: 53 PM.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 6: 53 PM.
7. David Johnson indicated support for the Westminster Community Foundation but expressed concern regarding turnover on the Board due to leadership. He suggested the non- profit corporation should not be made up of Council appointees.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 6: 56 PM.
8. Dao Tran commented on the recent press release event by Joseph Ngo and his arrest due to vandalism. She commented on concerns of Council Member Nguyen spreading lies about the other Council Members. She commented on the behavior of Council Member Phan West towards residents.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 6: 58 PM.
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 6: 59 PM.
9. Khai Dao thanked the Council for allowing the public to speak. He expressed disappointment in Council Members Phan West and Nguyen. He discussed the upcoming election and concerns regarding the potential replacement of City Manager Cordon.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 7: 01 PM.
10.Terry Rains commented on the press conference and vandalism of the Mayor' s Office; behavior of Council Member Phan West; lack of attendance at the Study Session; 1st amendment rights; and Council Member Phan West showing up uninvited at a recent event.
Following oral communications, Mayor Nguyen expressed concern about the lack of a quorum at the Study Session.
City Attorney Bettenhausen explained that the meeting could not be held without a quorum.
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2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 7: 08 PM.
The following individuals spoke under oral communications on agenda items only:
1. Michael Verrengia commented in support of Agenda Item No. 6. 1 and Proposition 36. He suggested questions on Consent Calendar items be resolved prior to the meeting.
2. Nguyen Hung questioned the $ 1M allocation from Orange County and indicated he would pay for an investigation. He expressed concern regarding the Council appointing members to the Westminster Community Foundation.
Council Member Phan West returned at 7: 12 PM.
Mayor Nguyen inquired with staff regarding the $ 1M allocation from Orange County.
In response to Mayor Nguyen, Finance Director Backs confirmed that the City had the $ 1M in its bank account.
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 7: 16 PM.
3. Camilla Overbeek requested Item No. 5.1 be tabled prior to a Study Session on appointment with the Westminster Community Foundation.
4. Tami Hammell commented on the press conference and removal of religious material from City property and suggested removal of ' In God We Trust' and the invocation.
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 7: 19 PM.
5. Khai Dao discussed Item No. 5. 1 and expressed concern regarding the relationship between Mayor Nguyen and the President of the Westminster Community Foundation. He requested support for recalling Council Member Nguyen.
6. David Johnson commented on Agenda Item No. 5.1 regarding appointment to the Westminster Community Foundation and recommendation for independent legal counsel.
7. Terry Rains commented on Agenda Item No. 5. 1 and resignations of Board Members.
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 7:25 PM.
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Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, second by Council Member Manzo, to withdraw Agenda Item No. 5. 1 from the agenda.
The motion carried, 3-0-2-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST, N. NGUYEN
ABSTAIN: NONE
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 7: 29 PM.
Council Member Phan West pulled Agenda Item No. 3. 1 for separate discussion.
Vice Mayor Ho pulled Agenda Item Nos. 3. 2 and 3. 3 for separate discussion.
3. 1 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR).
3. 2 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR).
3. 3 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR).
3. 4 Special Event Permit Application from Dien Dan Giao Dan, Inc., and the Coalition of the Republic of Vietnam Veteran Associations in Southern California to hold a Memorial for President Ngo Dinh Diem on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park, 14180 All American Way.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the Special Event Permit application for the Memorial for President Ngo Dinh Diem, subject to the stated conditions.
3. 5 Special Event Permit Application from the Lost Soldiers Foundation to hold the Fifth Anniversary of the Commemoration and Interment Ceremony for ARVN Soldiers on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park, 14180 All American Way.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the Special Event Permit application for the Fifth Anniversary of the Commemoration and Internment Ceremony for ARVN Soldiers, subject to the stated conditions.
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3. 6 Approval of Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 2023-009 between the City of Westminster and the City of Fountain Valley for Magnolia Street Improvements Project from Edinger Avenue to Heil Avenue.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the subject Amendment No. 1 to the existing Agreement No. 2023- 009 with the City of Fountain Valley and authorized the City Manager execute it on the City's behalf, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
3. 7 Adoption of Plans and Specifications and Authorization to Solicit Construction Bids for the HVAC and Roof Replacement Project for the City Hall, Council Chambers, Community Services, and Senior Center Buildings - Plan No: P- 2615.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council:
A. Approved the plans and specifications for the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning ( HVAC) and Roof Replacement Project - Plan No: P- 2615; and B. Authorized 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
C. Authorized the Public Works Department to advertise and solicit construction bids for said project.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR — ALL ITEMS ( 3. 1- 3. 7)
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, second by Mayor Nguyen, to approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Agenda Item Nos. 3. 1, 3. 2 and 3. 3 which were pulled for separate discussion.
The motion carried, 4-0- 1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: N. NGUYEN
ABSTAIN: NONE
AGENDA ITEM( S) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE
DISCUSSION
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WARRANT REGISTER
3. 1 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Register dated September 5, 2024 through September 18, 2024.
This item was pulled by Council Member Phan West for questions of staff.
Council Member Manzo left the dais at 7: 31 PM.
In response to Council Member Phan West, Finance Director Backs explained that it was not possible to indicate on the warrant register whether payments were made monthly or quarterly.
Council Member Manzo returned to the dais at 7: 34 PM.
Public Works Director / City Engineer Jake Ngo explained monthly payments for landscaping.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to receive and file.
The motion carried, 4-0- 1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, PHAN WEST, MANZO
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: N. NGUYEN
ABSTAIN: NONE
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 7: 37 PM.
Council Member Nguyen left the dais at 7: 38 PM.
Council Member Nguyen returned to the dais at 7: 39 PM.
3. 2 Westminster Housing Authority Annual Report and Senate Bill 341 Report for Fiscal Year 2023- 2024.
This item was pulled by Vice Mayor Ho for questions of staff.
In response to Vice Mayor Ho, Housing Specialist Michael Son provided an overview of the Annual Report. He stated the report was required annually.
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Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Vice Mayor Ho, to:
A. Approve the Housing Authority Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2023- 2024, which also serves as the compliance document for Senate Bill 341; and B. Authorize the transmittal of the report to the California Department of Housing and Community Development as required by State law; and C. Authorize staff to make adjustments to the report based on completion of the annual third- party fiscal audit and resubmit as necessary.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, HO, PHAN WEST, MANZO, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
3. 3 Treasurer' s Report for August 2024.
This item was pulled by Vice Mayor Ho for questions of staff.
In response to Vice Mayor Ho, Finance Director Backs provided an overview of the Treasurer' s Report for August 2024. She indicated she could add a comparison to last year in the next report and stated the report included all funds.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Ho, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to receive and file the report.
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 Adoption of Amendment No. 1 ( Substantial) to the Fiscal Year 2024/ 2025 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant ( CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Act ( HOME) Program Federal Funds.
Housing Specialist Michael Son presented the staff report.
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In response to Vice Mayor Ho, Alejandra, representative of Interval House, explained that the nine houses would serve both people experiencing homelessness and people needing assistance with homeless prevention.
Vice Mayor Ho expressed surprise that the cost was only $ 125, 000.
Interval House representative, Alejandra, explained the services of Interval House.
Council Member Manzo asked how residents could access the resources.
Interval House representative, Alejandra, referenced the website and ability to call 211. She stated they worked with Family Resource Center.
Discussion ensued.
In response to Council Member Phan West, Interval House representative, Alejandra, discussed resources offered outside domestic violence victims and assistance with legal information.
MAYOR NGUYEN OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
The following individuals spoke under oral communications for Public Hearing:
1. Terry Rains commented on the lack of affordable housing throughout the community and the need for senior housing.
MAYOR NGUYEN CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Council Member Phan West asked if the 5-minute policy was contained in a resolution or ordinance.
City Manager Cordon stated it was Council Policy.
In response to Council Member Phan West, Housing Specialist Son explained that the program was open to anyone that qualified but there was preference to families.
He explained the County' s Section 8 program.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzo, seconded by Vice Mayor Ho, to:
A. Approve the Amendment No. 1 ( Substantial) to the Fiscal Year 2024/ 2025 Annual Action Plan; and
B. Authorize the City Manager to submit this amendment to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development ( HUD); and
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C. Approve agreement with Interval House to administer the Westminster Tenant- Based Rental Assistance Program and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement on the City's behalf.
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.
Item was withdrawn from the agenda ( see end of Oral Communications). No action.
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEM
6. 1 Consideration of Proposed Resolution in Support of California Proposition 36, the " Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Recovery Act." Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Council Member Manzo, to adopt Resolution No. 5284 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, IN SUPPORT OF PROPOSITION 36, THE HOMELESSNESS, DRUG ADDICTION, AND THEFT REDUCTION ACT."
Prior to the roll call vote, discussion ensued.
In response to Council Member Phan West, Police Chief Lenyi discussed endorsement of the proposition, and overturning issues in Proposition 47.
Council Member Nguyen asked if the Police Department had the right to advocate for legislation.
Police Chief Lenyi explained that he could not advocate while in uniform.
City Attorney Bettenhausen explained that the League of Cal Cities encouraged support of the legislation.
Council Member Phan West encouraged the voters to also support Proposition 36.
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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
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEM — None
8. THIS ITEM WAS HEARD OUT OF ORDER ( SEE END OF SPECIAL
PRESENTATIONS)
9. BUSINESS 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) Motion was made by Council Member Nguyen, to agendize an item for a future meeting date regarding the installation of a fourth flagpole in front of City Hall to display the yellow flag with three red stripes in honor of those in the Vietnam War.
Mayor Nguyen requested clarification of the policy regarding bringing back the same item.
City Clerk Arocho read into the record the current policy regarding placing an item on the agenda and waiting six months before requesting the item again.
Due to current policy, the motion was not considered.
Council Member Nguyen thanked staff for their hard work.
Council Member Manzo thanked the Mayor and City Council for the short meeting.
He encouraged attendance at the Fall Festival and thanked staff for putting on the event.
Vice Mayor Ho commented on National Hispanic Day in October, National Quesadilla Day, the upcoming Fall Festival, and ACCOC Seminar in Washington D. C.
Council Member Nguyen questioned whether the five- minute policy was related to Council comments. City Attorney Bettenhausen stated the policy was not applicable but the reports should be brief.
Vice Mayor Ho continued her report on the ACCOC Seminar.
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Council Member Phan West reported on the OC Mosquito and Vector Control District, and recent discussion with the Vector attorney of the OCMVCD regarding her term on the Board.
Mayor Nguyen requested the public cease in disrupting the meeting.
Council Member Phan West discussed the yellow flag honoring Vietnam Veterans.
City Attorney Bettenhausen clarified that the time was for Council Members to comment on their activities and items related to the City' s jurisdiction.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen called for a recess at 8: 44 PM.
RECONVENE: Mayor Nguyen reconvened the meeting at 8:49 PM.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
VICE MAYOR KIMBERLY HO, DISTRICT 3
COUNCIL MEMBER CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
ABSENT: None
10. CONTINUED - COMMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR AGENDA ITEMS FROM CITY COUNCIL/ AGENCY MEMBERS ( Including AB 1234 Report when required) Mayor Nguyen requested Council Member Phan West report on activities, not the Vietnamese Flag.
Council Member Phan West continued discussion of the yellow flag.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Nguyen, to agendize an item for a future meeting date regarding the installation of a fourth flagpole in front of City Hall to display the yellow flag with three red stripes in honor of those in the Vietnam War.
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
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Council Member Phan West discussed State Senator Nguyen' s remarks about the City of Westminster.
Mayor Nguyen questioned whether Council Member Phan West could read the press release.
Council Member Phan West continued reading the press release and demanded State Senator Nguyen issue a public apology. She played a video of the Senator mocking" the City of Westminster.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Nguyen, to agendize an item for a future meeting date demanding a public apology from State Senator Nguyen.
Prior to the roll call vote, City Attorney Bettenhausen raised concerns about putting the proposed item on the agenda.
Due to the concern of the City Attorney, Mayor Nguyen urged the Council to not vote to approve the item due to concerns of liability.
Mayor Nguyen provided the first warning to Council Member Phan West.
Council Member Phan West continued to discuss the matter.
Mayor Nguyen gave the second warning to Council Member Phan West for disrupting the meeting.
Motion was made by Council Member Phan West, seconded by Council Member Nguyen, to agendize an item for a future meeting date demanding a public apology from State Senator Nguyen.
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 Nguyen left the dais at 9: 13 PM.
Mayor Nguyen thanked Vice Mayor Ho for her detailed report on the ACCOC Seminar.
Council Member Phan West left the dais at 9: 14 PM.
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Mayor Nguyen reported on the ACCOC Seminar in Washington D. C., commented on an email that was sent by Senator Janet Nguyen in response to Council Member Phan West' s press release, and thanked staff and members of the public.
11. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Nguyen adjourned the meeting at 9:20 p.m. on Wednesday, September 25, 2024.
The next Regular Meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at 6:00 p. m.
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