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CONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency meeting convened on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, 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: 08 p. m., on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, via In-Person, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
VICE MAYOR CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER MARK NGUYEN, DISTRICT 3
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1 (Arrived at 6:21 p.m.)
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum of the City Council present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Attorney Christian Bettenhausen
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Clerk Ashton Arocho
Finance Director Erin Backs
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
Human Resources Director Jodie Griner
Public Works Director/ City Engineer Jake Ngo
Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson
Deputy Police Chief Ron Weber
Sergeant at Arms Jerad Kent
Sergeant at Arms Jeffrey Chea- Lim
Orange County Fire Authority Kyle Cain
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
Vice Mayor Manzo led the flag salute.
INVOCATION
District 3 Council Member Nguyen conducted the invocation.
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CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Bettenhausen had no report.
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS ( Including SB 1439 Report when required) There were no Ex Parte Communications or SB 1439 reports to be presented at this time.
REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
City Clerk Arocho encouraged members of the public to apply to serve on a Commission, Committee or Board.
Following the report, Mayor Nguyen highlighted that City Manager Cordon is not in attendance at the meeting as she is currently representing the City Council and the city staff at the swearing in ceremony for Orange County Board Supervisor Janet Nguyen.
Mayor Nguyen also highlighted that Assistant City Manager Ozaeta is at the dais acting in City Manager Cordon' s place.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta made the following announcements:
Coffee with a K9:
The Westminster Police Department is happy to announce the next Coffee with a Cop.
Come meet K9 Thor on Wednesday January 15th from 8: 00 a. m. to 10: 00 a. m. at Starbucks located at 14041 Beach Blvd. ( Southwest corner of Beach & Westminster Blvd.).
K9 Thor, the WPD' s first Service Dog, is looking forward to sharing puppuccino' s and receiving pets from members of the community.
Lunar New Year Lunch:
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with the Senior Center! They will be hosting a Lunar New Year Lunch on Wednesday, January 29th at 11: 30 a. m. Tickets are $ 5 and can be purchased at the Senior Center or by calling 714- 895- 2878. 2025 Tet Parade:
Our highly anticipated Tet Parade is just around the corner, taking place on Saturday, February 1st! We' re still accepting parade entries and sponsors. The deadline to submit parade entry applications is January 17th, so be sure to submit your application today! Don' t miss out— applications are available online at the city' s website! Following the report, Mayor Nguyen asked Assistant City Manager Ozaeta if his office
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received notification from District 1 Council Member Phan West or District 4 Council Member Nguyen for their absence.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta commented on receiving a text message from District 4 Council Member Nguyen that he would not be able to attend the meeting and a phone call from District 1 Council Member Phan West stating that she would be arriving late.
Mayor Nguyen took a moment to congratulate and welcome the newly elected officials, Vice Mayor Manzo and District 3 Council Member Nguyen.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on the recent holiday season and extended warm wishes to the community, spoke in excitement for what' s to come in the new year, and congratulated District 3 Council Member Nguyen for his success in the election.
District 3 Council Member Nguyen thanked everyone for their support.
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATION
A. Introduction of the Newest Westminster Police Department K- 9, Thor.
District 1 Council Member Phan West entered the meeting at 6:21 p.m.
The Mayor and City Council introduced and welcomed service dog, Thor, along with providing a certificate of recognition to the Posse Bar Foundation.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
The following individuals spoke under oral communications on agenda items only:
1. Michael Verrengia commented in support and spoke on the importance of Agenda Item No. 3. 4, spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 1 and highlighted the success of last year' s event for Midway City Sanitary District, and closed with comments on the skillsets needed for future appointments on the Westminster Community Foundation ( Agenda Item No. 5. 4).
2. Camilla Overbeek commented in disappointment that Agenda Item No. 5. 4 is being presented as there is still a need to hold a Study Session regarding the Foundation, commented on the lack of business being done by the Westminster Community Foundation due to lack of quorum, and raised concerns on lack of filing of taxes for previous years by the Foundation due to lack of quorum.
3. Tim Hogan commented in support of Agenda Item No. 3. 4 and spoke on common courtesy and respect.
4. Roger Mindrum reiterated what prior speakers mentioned, commented on the
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chaos and division of the Westminster Community Foundation ( Agenda Item No.
5. 4), agreed that a Study Session is needed to discuss the Foundation in length before any appointments are made, and requested a progress report on ad hoc committees ( Agenda Item No. 5. 5).
5. Terry Rains commented on the late communications memo, requested completion of pending minutes ( Agenda Item No. 3. 1), reminded Mayor Nguyen and District 3 Council Member Nguyen to recuse themselves from discussion due to a conflict for Agenda Item No. 5. 1, commented on typos within the attachment ( Agenda Item No. 5. 2), commented on prior votes made by District 1 Council Member Phan West regarding award of bids ( Agenda Item No. 5. 3), spoke on total vacancies within the Westminster Community Foundation and urged the pause in appointments until a Study Session is held ( Agenda Item No. 5. 4), spoke in support of dissolving the ad hoc committees ( Agenda Item No. 5. 5) and commented on errors overlooked by the City Attorney within the Ordinance for Agenda Item No. 3.4.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
Council Member Phan West pulled Agenda Item Nos 3. 4 and 3. 5 for separate discussion.
3. 1 Minutes of the City Council and the Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the minutes of the December 25, 2024, ( Meeting Cancellation).
3. 2 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Register dated November 28, 2024 through December 18, 2024.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed.
3. 3 Adoption of Plans and Specifications and Authorization to Solicit Construction Bids for Citywide Slurry Seal - Citywide Slurry Seal 2024.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council:
A. Approved the plans and specifications for Citywide Slurry Seal - Citywide Slurry Seal 2024, and authorize the Public Works Director/City Engineer to approve minor modifications to the plans and specifications to accommodate requested revisions from public safety and utility agencies; and
B. Authorized the Public Works Department to advertise and solicit construction bids for said project.
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3. 4 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR).
3. 5 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR).
3. 6 Treasurer' s Report for November 2024.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
CONSENT CALENDAR — ALL ITEMS ( 3. 1- 3. 6)
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by District 1 Council Member Phan West, to approve the Consent Calendar with the with the exception of Agenda Item Nos. 3. 4 and 3. 5 which was 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
3. 4 Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2615, Establishing the City of Westminster Rules of Decorum and Civility from the Mayor and City Council during City Council Meetings.
This item was pulled by District 1 Council Member Phan West.
District 1 Council Member Phan West wanted clarification on the adding points included in the staff report as follows:
1. Define what a long period of time is.
2. How do we verify someone' s intention.
3. What is considered disruptive.
In response, City Attorney Bettenhausen responded to comments made and highlighted that these are rules that is being requested of the entire City Council to abide by and to remain courteous to one another and the public and to not be disruptive during the meeting.
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Vice Mayor Manzo commented on courtesy to staff and the community.
Mayor Nguyen commented on the absence from the dais during the meeting.
Discussion ensued regarding what is considered a long period of time to be absent from the dais.
District 1 Council Member Phan West commented on the vagueness of the wording used within the Ordinance.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 6:55 p.m.
District 1 Council Member Phan West commented on intention, importance of time management and stated that the proposed final ordinance is childish.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 6:57 p.m.
Discussion ensued regarding the proposed Ordinance.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on the embarrassment of having to put an Ordinance forward to ensure respect is displayed within Council Chambers.
District 3 Council Member Nguyen commented on the unfortunate need to have this Ordinance due to recent behavior, commented in opposition of putting a time limit on bathroom breaks, spoke on excessive absence from the dais and spoke in support of the proposed Ordinance.
Mayor Nguyen commented on each Council Member needing to be responsible for their own actions, show respect to those at the dais and members of the public present, and commented on lack of attendance at Closed Session meetings.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to conduct a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2615 entitled, " AN
ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 2. 04. 065 ( RULES OF DECORUM FOR CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS) TO TITLE 2 ( ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL) OF CHAPTER 2. 04 ( CITY COUNCIL) OF THE
WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING RULES OF DECORUM
FOR COUNCILMEMBERS DURING MEETINGS AND FINDING THE
ORDINANCE NOT SUBJECT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT," read by title only and waive further reading.
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Discussion ensued regarding the vagueness included in some of the rules outlined within the Ordinance.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to conduct a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2615 entitled, " AN
ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 2. 04. 065 ( RULES OF DECORUM FOR CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS) TO TITLE 2 ( ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL) OF CHAPTER 2. 04 ( CITY COUNCIL) OF THE
WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING RULES OF DECORUM
FOR COUNCILMEMBERS DURING MEETINGS AND FINDING THE
ORDINANCE NOT SUBJECT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT," read by title only and waive further reading.
The motion carried, 3-1-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN
NOES: PHAN WEST
ABSENT: N. NGUYEN
ABSTAIN: NONE
3. 5 Application for Grant Funds for the Westminster Family Resource Center and Designation of City Manager to Act as Authorized Representative.
This item was pulled by District 1 Council Member Phan West for questions of staff.
Community Services Director Johnson provided a brief staff report.
District 1 Council Member Phan West asked regarding the process of the grant and the total amount.
Discussion ensued regarding the process to file for the grant and the specific areas the money must be allocated to per grant requirements.
Motion was made by District 1 Council Member Phan West, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to Resolution No. 5293 entitled " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, TO APPLY AS
LEAD AGENCY FOR GRANT FUNDS FOR THE WESTMINSTER FAMILY
RESOURCE CENTER AND DESIGNATING THE CITY MANAGER TO ACT AS AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE."
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The motion carried, 4-0- 1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: N. NGUYEN
ABSTAIN: NONE
4. PUBLIC HEARING — None.
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Award Consider Sponsorship for Midway City Sanitary District ( MCSD) Open House.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to defer this item to the next regular meeting of January 22, 2025.
Motion carried, 4-0- 1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: N. NGUYEN
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 2 Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Maintenance/ Service Agreement ( 2020- 44) between the City of Westminster and General Pump Company, Inc. for Well Pump Maintenance & Repair at Various Locations.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to:
A. Approve the subject Amendment No. 2 to the existing Maintenance/Service Agreement ( 2020- 44) with General Pump Company, Inc.; and B. Authorize the City Manager execute it on the City' s behalf, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
The motion carried, 4-0- 1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: N. NGUYEN
ABSTAIN: NONE
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5. 3 Award of Contractor for the CDBG 24- 25 Street Improvements - Project No.:
CDBG 24- 25.
District 1 Council Member Phan West asked staff if the City has been in contract with Copp Contracting, Inc. in the past.
Public Works Director Ngo provided history with the contractor.
Discussion ensued obtaining contractors from the City and potential requirements for contractors to hire community members / residents.
City Attorney Bettenhausen commented on limitations and suggested that he research more into the law.
Discussion ensued regarding negotiating with contingency.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta responded to the comments made by District 1 Council Member Phan West and the inability to impose on the labor force of a bidder.
Discussion ensued regarding potential requirements for contractors to hire community members / residents.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on the agenda item for consideration and asked District 1 Council Member Phan West to discuss with staff at a different time on her proposal.
Discussion ensued regarding the motion on the floor and a potential substitute motion.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by District 3 Council Member Nguyen to:
A. Approve the award of contract to the lowest and responsible bidder in the amount of $ 546, 646. 00 to Copp Contracting, Inc.; and B. Authorize a 10% contingency in the amount of $ 54, 664. 60 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.
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The motion carried, 4-0- 1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: N. NGUYEN
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 4 Appointments to the Westminster Community Foundation.
Mayor Nguyen spoke in agreement with members of the public who raised their concerns during the oral communications period and stated that he is not yet ready to make any appointments.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 1 Council Member Phan West, to defer the item to a future meeting date.
Prior to the roll call vote, Vice Mayor Manzo commented on the prior attempt of holding a Study Session to discuss the Community Foundation.
Mayor Nguyen stated that he is not ready to propose a Study Session.
District 1 Council Member Phan West spoke in agreement with members of the public and commented on the inconsistency and transparency of the Westminster Community Foundation. In addition, voiced some comments received by members of the public regarding lack of ability to attend the meetings.
Mayor Nguyen asked District 1 Council Member Phan West to hold her additional comments as the item before the Council is regarding appointments and not to discuss processes of the Foundation.
Mayor Nguyen allowed the following member of the public to approach the podium to provide a brief comment:
1. Camilla Overbeek requested that the City Council schedule a Study Session to meet and discuss with the Westminster Community Foundation due to the lack of ability to file the taxes of the Foundation and commented on the lack of quorum of the Foundation due to the number of vacancies.
Mayor Nguyen thanked the member of the public for her comments and spoke on the attempted Study Session that was previously scheduled and was unable to move forward due to lack of quorum of the City Council.
District 1 Council Member Phan West asked the City Attorney to speak on the comments raised about the taxes owed.
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City Attorney Bettenhausen clarified that he does not represent the Westminster Community Foundation and confirmed that taxes should be filed to avoid fees and fines from the State.
Discussion ensued regarding the previous Study Session regarding the Westminster Community Foundation.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 1 Council Member Phan West, to defer the item to a future meeting date.
The motion carried, 4-0- 1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: N. NGUYEN
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 5 Status of Council- Appointed Ad Hoc Committees.
Mayor Nguyen commented on the lack of effectiveness of the Council Interaction Policy ad hoc committee and asked Vice Mayor Manzo to confirm if he has yet to meet with District 4 Council Member Nguyen regarding the ad hoc committee.
Vice Mayor Manzo stated that he has yet to meet with District 4 Council Member Nguyen regarding the Council Interaction Policy ad hoc committee.
District 1 Council Member Phan West commented on the inaccuracy of the attendance for the ad hoc committee, Homeless Task Force.
Discussion ensued regarding the misunderstanding of what ad hoc committee was being discussed.
Mayor Nguyen commented on the Council Interaction Policy ad hoc committee.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on meeting with the Police Department regarding the Homeless Task Force ad hoc committee and provided a brief overview of the meeting.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on what an ad hoc committee is meant for and suggested that both ad hoc committees be disbanded.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to disband the Homeless Task Force and Council Interaction Policy ad hoc committees District 3 Council Member Nguyen commented in agreement with the need to
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disband both ad hoc committees.
District 1 Council Member Phan West commented on the importance of the Homeless Task Force ad hoc committee, proposed that the ad hoc remain active and modify the roles and responsibilities of the members.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on the information presented to the Homeless Task Force ad hoc committee and stated that such information should be presented to the entire City Council.
Amended Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to disband the Homeless Task Force and Council Interaction Policy ad hoc committees and direct staff to present quarterly reports regarding homelessness.
The motion carried, 3-1-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN
NOES: PHAN WEST
ABSENT: N. NGUYEN
ABSTAIN: NONE
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEM — None.
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEM - None
8. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — NON- AGENDA ITEMS
The following individuals spoke under oral communications on non- agenda items:
Vice Mayor Manzo left the dais at 8:00 p. m.
1. Michael Verrengia spoke on comments made by District 1 Council Member Phan West regarding the specific rules outlined in Agenda Item No. 3.4, commented on District 1 Council Member Phan West' s need to speak last and lack of attendance at Closed Session meetings, and commented on the non- partisan role of each Council Member.
Vice Mayor Manzo returned to the dais at 8:02 p. m.
2. Donald Lank spoke on comments made by District 1 Council Member Phan West regarding specific rules outlined in Agenda Item No. 3.4, hijacking of meetings for personal motives, and commented on the non- partisan role of each Council Member.
3. Camilla Overbeek thanked Mayor Nguyen for allowing her to step forward
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and speak up during Agenda Item No. 5.4, spoke on comments made by District 1 Council Member Phan West regarding specific rules outlined in Agenda Item No. 3.4 and thanked District 3 Council Member Nguyen for being a part of this Council.
4. D'Vorah Mariscal commented on a recent dog attack near a homeless encampment within the community and thanked the Westminster Police Department for quickly removing the encampment, congratulated the City Council for the quick and peaceful meeting of December 9th, commented on common courtesy and respect that should be given by each Council Member and voiced her opinion regarding the proposed requirements on contractors ( Agenda Item No. 5. 3).
5. Tami Hammell asked legal counsel if District 1 Council Member Phan West is required to produce the videos she records during the City Council Meeting, commented on the ad hoc committee for Homeless Task Force, and spoke on the comments made by District 1 Council Member Phan West regarding specific rules outlined in Agenda Item No. 3.4.
6. Janet Viveros commented on the current requirements to serve on a Board, Commission or Committee and asked the City Council to reconsider the requirement of being a resident of the community.
7. Terry Rains wished everyone a happy new year, sent prayers to those affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles County, requested to know who is attending the Mayors and City Council Members Academy, recommending that there is no hotel costs paid for by the City due to proximity of the event, commented on District 1 Council Member Phan West' s attendance for the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control Board, spoke on comments made by District 4 Council Member Nguyen prior to the General Municipal Election, thanked staff for the installation ceremony at the Rose Center and commented on the lawsuit filed against District 1 Council Member Phan West and District 4 Council Member Nguyen.
District 1 Council Member Phan West responded to comments made by members of the public.
9. BUSINESS MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL/ AGENCY MEMBERS — None.
10. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL/AGENCY MEMBERS ( Including AB 1234 Report when required)
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on the recent holiday season, spoke on the current wildfires throughout Los Angeles County and thanked first responders for continuing to serve and keep communities safe.
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Mayor Nguyen thanked Vice Mayor Manzo for taking on the role as Vice Mayor.
District 1 Council Member Phan West thanked those within the community who are interested in serving on a City Commission, commented on the absence of District 4 Council Member Nguyen due to an illness, spoke in excitement for the New Year, and commented on different trainings offered at the upcoming Mayor and Council Member conference.
District 3 Council Member Nguyen commented on the installation ceremony at the Rose Center and thanked the community for their support, commented on his recent attendance at the Manufactured Housing Educational Trust luncheon and commented on his donation of raffle prize winnings to the Westminster Community Foundation for the upcoming 2025 Tet Parade.
Mayor Nguyen commented on his attendance at the Manufactured Housing Educational Trust luncheon and commented on his donation of raffle prize winnings to the Westminster Community Foundation for the upcoming 2025 Tet Parade.
11. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Nguyen adjourned the meeting in honor of Orange County Fire Authority Fire Apparatus Engineer Kevin Skinner at 8:36 p.m. on Wednesday, January 8, 2025.
The next Regular Meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at 6:00 p. m.
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