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The City Council of the City of Westminster, California, convened on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 5: 30 p. m. in a Closed Session via In- Person, City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
CLOSED SESSION
5: 30 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: 32 p. m., on Wednesday, May 14, 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
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN, DISTRICT 1
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum of the City Council present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Attorney Scott Porter
City Clerk Ashton Arocho
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION
The following individual spoke under oral communications on Closed Session items only:
1. Terry Rains commented on concerns of another potential litigation case, highlighted the number of current court cases related to the City and the City Council, spoke on large lawsuits filed against the City, suggested that the City reconsider its approach to lawsuits, and urged the City Council to be mindful of public perception when in Closed Session.
CLOSED SESSION
City Clerk Arocho read the Closed Session title into the record:
1. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation
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Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Section 54956. 9 ( d)( 2): One Case The Mayor and the City Council entered Closed Session at 5:36 p.m.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the meeting at 5:45 p.m. from Closed Session.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency meeting reconvened on Wednesday, May 14, 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: 04 p. m., on Wednesday, May 14, 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
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum of the City Council present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
City Attorney Scott Porter
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Clerk Ashton Arocho
Finance Director Erin Backs
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson
Deputy Police Chief Ron Weber
Orange County Fire Authority Battalion Chief Kyle Cain
Sergeant at Arms Jerad Kent
Business Services Manager Karla Santillan
Assistant City Clerk Ashley Kumar
Senior Management Analyst Shaunna Hunter
Senior Administrative Analyst Ryan Salz
Economic Development Manager Caroline Velarde
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Administrative Assistant Stephanie Aguilar
City Records Coordinator Daisy Guzman
Administrative Assistant Tanya Ramirez
Housing Specialist Michael Son
Principal Planner Ken Fichtelman
Contract Principal Planner Stephanie Tomaino
Police Commander William Drinnin
Management Analyst Noelani Leal
Maintenance and Utilities Manager Tuan Pham
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
Vice Mayor Manzo led the flag salute.
INVOCATION
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen conducted the invocation.
CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Porter stated that the Mayor and City Council met under Closed Session on the item listed on the agenda and took no reportable action.
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS ( Including SB 1439 Report when required) There were no ex parte communications.
REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
City Clerk Arocho announced the late communication memo for Agenda Item Nos. 3.1, 3. 12 and 5. 1, and encouraged the public to apply for the current unscheduled vacancy for the Cultural Arts Commission.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made the following announcements:
National Police Week ( May 11- 17, 2025):
From May 11th to May 17th, we observe National Police Week, a time to honor and recognize the selfless and heroic service of the members of the Westminster Police Department. The City of Westminster depends on law enforcement officers and professional staff to keep our neighborhoods safe, enforce our laws, and respond effectively in times of crisis. We encourage all citizens to join us in commemorating both current and former law enforcement officers. Through their dedicated service and
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invaluable contributions to upholding justice, enforcing the rule of law, and protecting the innocent, they have earned a distinguished and lasting reputation for safeguarding the rights and security of all citizens.
The Westminster Police Officers Association, in collaboration with the Westminster Police Department, has created a green patch to recognize the month of May as Mental Health Awareness Month. We use green to signify new life, growth, and beginnings. The Westminster Police Department's personnel can wear green patches in May to help raise public awareness of mental health issues and to acknowledge the historic, tragic loss of two of our officers to suicide. In conjunction with the green patches, a wall within the Police Department has been dedicated to this cause and to the officers whose lives were ended by suicide.
The Westminster Police Department has partnered with Bud's Odyssey Foundation to raise funds by selling the green patch. To obtain a patch, go to https:// budsodysseyfoundation. com/ and email them requesting a patch.
Senior Center Upcoming Events:
Join us for some exciting upcoming events at the Senior Center! Senior Prom on Wednesday, May 21st, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. This promises to be a delightful afternoon of music and dancing, with live entertainment by the 5 Star Band. Pre- sale tickets are available now at the Senior Center front desk for $ 5. 00, increasing to $ 7.00 on the day of the event.
Father' s Day Luncheon on Wednesday, June 11th, from 11:30 AM to 1 :00 PM. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the fathers and father figures in our community, with entertainment provided by George Rossi. Tickets are $ 5. 00 and are available at the Senior Center front desk. As seating is limited, early purchase is encouraged.
Flag Day at the Senior Center on Friday, June 13th at 10:00 AM. Let' s come together to honor the stars and stripes, and celebrate the spirit of unity, freedom, and pride that our flag represents. This event is free to attend, but registration is required so make sure to sign up today before the spots run out!
Sigler Park Splash Pad Open for the Season:
The Sigler Park Splash Pad will be opening for the season on Memorial Day weekend.
This popular amenity will be open weekends from May 24th to June 8th, and then daily from June 14th through September 1st. The Splash Pad can also be reserved for private parties between 10: 00 AM and 12: 00 PM. For more information, please contact the Community Services & Recreation Department at ( 714) 895- 2860 or via email at csronline( c westminster- ca. gov.
Community Development:
All Code Enforcement Officers met the initial challenge to initiate 40 code enforcement cases in the month of April.
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The City will be hosting a county- wide workshop on illegal sidewalk vending on May 21.
A noted land use attorney will be speaking, and representatives from various cities will be sharing strategies that have been effective in dealing with this issue.
Public Works
The 4th annual Public Works Open House event which will take place at the Corporation Yard Saturday, May 17th, from 10 AM to 2 PM.
50 Years of Little Saigon' s Resilience
Thursday, June 5, 2025 I 1: 00 PM — 7: 30 PM
Great Wolf Lodge, Garden Grove, CA
Join civic leaders, entrepreneurs, and community partners from across Southern California for " 50 Years of Little Saigon' s Resilience," a milestone event honoring the strength, innovation, and legacy of the Vietnamese American community.
Hosted by the Vietnamese American Chamber of Commerce ( VACOC) and the Orange County Inland Empire Small Business Development Center Network ( OCIE SBDC), in partnership with the cities of Garden Grove, Westminster, Fountain Valley, and Santa Ana, this special gathering will reflect on five decades of progress and pave the way for future generations.
The program will highlight two themes:
From Refugee to Legacy— Celebrating the pioneering spirit of first- generation Vietnamese refugees.
Legacy and Beyond — Empowering the next generation of leaders through shared stories, mentorship, and vision.
Admission is free but pre- registration is required.
Small Business Grants
We are excited to announce the official kickoff of the Level Up Small Business Grant program! Twenty small businesses from Westminster have been selected to participate in this dynamic cohort. Over the next four weeks, these entrepreneurs will engage in a series of intensive workshops and hands- on sessions focused on critical business development topics, including marketing strategies and outreach.
Westminster small businesses are also invited to apply for the Tech for Accessibility, Cybersecurity, and Workforce Development Reimbursement Grant. This grant helps cover costs for things like: Cybersecurity improvements, accessibility tools and upgrades, and employee training and development.
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1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Nguyen requested to take the presentations out- of- order. The presentations were heard as follows:
A. Certificate of Recognition to Abbey for Bravery Regarding Recent 9-1-1 Call.
The Mayor and City Council presented the certificate to Abbey and recognized her for her bravery.
C. Presentation of Proclamation to Public Works Department for National Public Works Week.
The Mayor and City Council presented the proclamation to the Public Works Department.
D. Presentation of Proclamation to City Clerk' s Department for Annual Municipal Clerks Week.
The Mayor and City Council presented the proclamation to the City Clerk's Department.
E. Presentation of Proclamation for Older Americans Month.
The Mayor and City Council presented the proclamation to the Westminster Senior Center staff.
B. Recognition for 2025 Small Business Month Honorees:
Michael' s Sports Pub & Grill, Honored by Mayor Nguyen
Posse Bar Foundation, Honored by Vice Mayor Manzo,
District 2
Westminster Grocery Outlet, Honored by Council Member
Phan West, District 1
A& D Auto Center, Honored by Council Member M.
Nguyen, District 3
Westminster Chick- fil- A, Honored by Council Member N.
Nguyen, District 4
The Mayor and City Council presented certificates of recognition to the honorees.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen called for a recess at 6:50 p.m.
RECONVENE: Mayor Nguyen reconvened the meeting at 7:04 p.m.
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ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
VICE MAYOR, DISTRICT 2 CARLOS MANZO
COUNCIL MEMBER, DISTRICT 3 MARK NGUYEN
COUNCIL MEMBER, DISTRICT 4 NAMQUAN NGUYEN
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBER, DISTRICT 1 AMY PHAN WEST
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
The following individuals spoke under oral communications on agenda items only:
1. John Gentile commented on the lack of guidance and leadership with the Westminster Community Foundation and urged the City Council to create a Tet Foundation to operate separately from the City Council ( Agenda Item Nos. 9. 1 and 9. 2)
2. Jay Van Arsdale spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 7. 1, commented on the increased cost of tow trucks and how increasing tow rates would help offset those expenses.
3. Terry Rains congratulated 2025 Small Business Award Honorees ( Special Presentations), commented on errors and omissions on the agenda ( Agenda Item Nos. 3. 1, 3. 2, 3. 4, 3. 5, 3. 11, 3. 12, 5. 1 5. 2, 5. 3), questioned whether the applicant in Agenda Item No. 3.5 knew that June 14this U.S. Flag Day and the birth date of the U.S. Army, commented on the late arrival and the lack of respect shown from District 1 Council Member Phan West during the salute to the flag at the April
28th
Strategic Plan Workshop, highlighted the early
departure of both District 1 Council Member Phan West and District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen, commenting on District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen' s appearance on a YouTube Channel, stating that a formal complaint will be filed, highlighted that Juneteenth is recognized as a federal holiday ( Agenda Item No. 3. 12), stated that other Orange County cities should have been included in the staff report for Agenda Item No. 7. 1, commented on the Westminster Community Foundation ( Agenda Item No. 9.2) and proposed Tet Foundation Agenda Item No. 9. 1).
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Nguyen pulled Agenda Item Nos. 3. 9, 3. 10, and 3. 11 for separate discussion.
Vice Mayor Manzo pulled Agenda Item No. 3. 6 for separate discussion.
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3. 1 Minutes of the City Council and the Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the amended minutes for the dates listed below:
A. October 23, 2024 ( Closed Session and Regular Meeting); and B. March 26, 2025 ( Closed Session and Regular Meeting); and C. April 9, 2025 ( Regular Meeting); and
D. April 23, 2025 ( Cancelled Regular Meeting).
3. 2 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Register dated April 3, 2025 through May 7, 2025.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed.
3. 3 Amendment No. 1 to Cooperative Agreement No. C-0-2037 by and between Orange County Transportation Authority ( Lead Agency), and the Cities of Westminster, Fountain Valley, Santa Ana, and Huntington Beach for the Edinger Avenue Corridor Traffic Signal Synchronization Program ( Project P).
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved Amendment No. 1 to Cooperative Agreement No. C- 0- 2037 by and between Orange County Transportation Authority ( Lead Agency), and the Cities of Westminster, Fountain Valley, Santa Ana, and Huntington Beach for the Edinger Avenue Corridor Traffic Signal Synchronization Program ( Project P), and authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment on behalf of the City.
3. 4 Acceptance of the California Office of Emergency Services ( CAL OES) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program ( HMPG) Funds for Update of the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan ( LHMP).
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council:
A. Adopted Resolution No. 5298 entitled " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR
AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A GRANT AWARD
ADMINISTERED BY THE CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF EMERGENCY
SERVICES ( CAL OES)"; and
B. Approved the acceptance of the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program HMGP) Award from Cal OES in the amount of $ 164, 981 . 25; and C. Amended the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Adopted Budget by designating grant funds in the amount of $ 164,981. 25 and increasing budgeted
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expenditures of the SPS Fund in the amount of $ 164, 981. 25.
3. 5 Special Event Permit Application from the Coalition of the Republic of Vietnam Veterans Association of Southern California to hold a Vietnamese Armed Forces Day Ceremony on Saturday June 14, 2025 at Sid Goldstein Freedom Park, 14180 All American Way.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the special event permit, subject to the stated conditions.
3. 6 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR).
3. 7 Notice of Completion of the Work Performed by COPP Contracting, Inc. for the CDBG 24- 25 Street Improvements — Project No. CDBG 24- 25.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council the Mayor and City Council accepted the subject project and authorized the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County Clerk- Recorder' s Office.
3. 8 Treasurer' s Report for March 2025.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
3. 9 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR).
3. 10 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR).
3. 11 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR).
3. 12 Approval of Proclamations.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the following proclamations:
A. Juneteenth
B. Veterans of the Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces Day
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
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CONSENT CALENDAR — ALL ITEMS ( 3. 1- 3. 12)
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Agenda Item Nos. 3. 6, 3. 9, 3. 10 and
3. 11, pulled for separate discussion.
The motion carried, 4-0-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
AGENDA ITEM( S) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE
DISCUSSION
3. 6 Resolution Declaring Intent to Accept a Southern California Association of Governments ( SCAG) Competitive Grant Award from the Sustainable Communities Program — Active Transportation and Safety for the Citywide Safe Routes to School Quick- Build Project.
This item was pulled by Vice Mayor Manzo.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta provided a brief overview of the item.
Management Analyst Johnson provided a brief presentation.
Mayor Nguyen thanked Management Analyst Johnson for the presentation.
Vice Mayor Manzo thanked Management Analyst Johnson for the presentation and inquired when the City could expect completion of some of the proposed projects.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta stated that the Intent to Accept will return to Southern California Association of Governments upon approval by the City Council, and the timeline will be dependent upon disbursement of funds from Southern California Association of Governments.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen, to adopt Resolution No. 5299 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
DECLARING THE CITY' S INTENT TO ACCEPT A COMPETITIVE GRANT
AWARD ADMINISTERED BY SCAG FOR THE CITY- WIDE SAFE ROUTES TO
SCHOOL QUICK- BUILD PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS TO ACCEPT THE AWARD."
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The motion carried, 4-0- 1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
3. 9 City of Westminster Crime Statistics — A First Quarter Comparison for 2024 and 2025.
This item was pulled by Mayor Nguyen.
Police Chief Lenyi provided a brief presentation.
Vice Mayor Manzo inquired whether Prop 36 contributed to the overall decrease in crime.
Police Chief Lenyi stated that the County of Orange is in the process of gathering statistics.
Mayor Nguyen commented on his attendance at the League of California Cities Leaders' Summit where funding for Prop 36 was discussed.
Police Chief Lenyi highlighted that the rehabilitation portion of Prop 36 remains unfunded and urged local politicians to encourage the State of California to approve funding for rehabilitation.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to receive and file.
The motion carried, 4-0-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
3. 10 First Quarter Report on Homeless Outreach.
This item was pulled by Mayor Nguyen.
Police Chief Lenyi provided a brief presentation.
Mayor Nguyen asked for an update on the navigation center with Garden Grove and Fountain Valley.
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Police Chief Lenyi stated that the navigation center is successful and the homeless shelters are currently full.
Vice Mayor Manzo asked Police Chief Lenyi to provide an update on the Park Ranger Program.
Police Chief Lenyi stated that two job offers have been sent out to prospective Park Rangers.
Vice Mayor Manzo requested a status update on the Anti- Camping Ordinance.
Police Chief Lenyi stated that he is working with City Attorney Porter to update the Westminster Municipal Code.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to receive and file.
The motion carried, 4-0- 1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
3. 11 City of Westminster Three- Year Strategic Plan for 2025- 28 and Six- Month Objectives.
This item was pulled by Mayor Nguyen.
City Manager Cordon provided a brief summary of the item.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to adopt the three- year 2025- 28 Strategic Plan and the six- month strategic objectives matrix for May 1, 2025 through October 31, 2025.
The motion carried, 4-0-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
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4. PUBLIC HEARING
4. 1 Public Hearing — Adoption of Multiple Plans Related to Allocation of Federal CDBG and HOME Funds.
Staff Report
Mayor and City Council Questions for Staff
Public Comments
Mayor and Council Member Discussion
Council Action
Housing Specialist Michael Son provided the presentation.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 7:37 p.m.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 7:39 p.m.
Vice Mayor Manzo requested clarification regarding the cost to the community if the administration were to remove the CDBG and HOME funding.
Housing Specialist Son provided the figures for CDBG and HOME funding.
Discussion ensued regarding allocation of funding.
Mayor Nguyen requested clarification whether there was a change in the information presented at the April 9, 2025 City Council Meeting.
Housing Specialist Son stated that street improvements and Fair Housing Foundation will remain the same, but the other categories will decrease slightly.
MAYOR NGUYEN OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
1. Terry Rains commented on the Fiscal Year 2026 Skinny Budget released by the Trump Administration and its effect on the city, commented on the importance of these programs to provide affordable housing to older Americans, and encouraged the City Council to take proactive steps to avoid budget cuts to these programs.
MAYOR NGUYEN CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to:
A. Adopt Fiscal Years 2025/ 26- 2029/ 30 Consolidated Plan & Fiscal Year 2025/ 26 Annual Action Plan; and
B. Adopt Fiscal Years 2025/ 26- 2029/ 30 Citizen Participation Plan; and
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C. Authorize the City Manager to execute the documents required for submission of CDBG and HOME funding to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development ( HUD) for review and approval; and
D. Authorize staff to adjust the funding levels of CDBG and HOME activities proportionately to match the actual allocations when announced by HUD.
The motion carried, 4-0- 1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
4. 2 Public Hearing to Consider Case No. 2023-0670 (Vesting Tentative Tract Map, Development Review, and Affordable Housing Density Bonus) to Construct 89 Residential Condominium Units at 530 Westminster Mall within the Westminster Mall Specific Plan.
Staff Report
Comments or Presentation from Applicant ( If Applicable) Comments from Appellant ( If Applicable)
Mayor and City Council Questions for Staff
Public Comments
Mayor and Council Member Discussion
Council Action
Contract Principal Planner Tomaino and Management Analyst Salz provided the presentation.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 7:59 p.m.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 8:01 p.m.
Applicant Gordon Jones introduced himself and provided a brief overview of the project.
Applicant Dave Stearn provided additional comments regarding the project.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen left the dais at 8:16p.m.
Following Applicant Stearn, Vice Mayor Manzo asked about the level of collaboration with the other property owners in the design of this project.
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Applicant Stearn stated that TrueLife met with Washington Prime Group and Shopoff Realty Investments regarding common issues.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on the design of the proposed Westminster Mall townhomes.
Applicant Stearn responded to Vice Mayor Manzo and stated for the record that TrueLife will make an effort to install a public art piece at the Southeast corner of the property.
Mayor Nguyen inquired about the next steps upon approval.
Applicant Stearn stated that the sewage system will need to be discussed with the Midway City Sanitary District, and the Reciprocal Easement Agreement and Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions will need to be amended.
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen inquired about the visitor parking for the proposed townhomes.
Applicant Stearn responded with the number of visitor parking spaces available.
Vice Mayor Manzo inquired about garage use.
Discussion ensued regarding visitor parking and garage use of the proposed townhomes.
MAYOR NGUYEN OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
1. K. L. DeHart spoke in favor of this item and expressed concerns with the sewage system.
2. Carolyn Osborne spoke against this item, highlighted traffic concerns for children and families nearby, expressed concerns with vehicle overflow from the proposed townhomes to the mall parking lots, and raised concerns with the environmental impact.
3. Terry Rains spoke in favor of this item, commented on parking concerns with tandem parking garages, highlighted sections 7 through 10, 16, 26, 35, 38 of the Conditions of Approval, and commented on the mitigation measures and design features in the MMRP.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen returned to the dais at 8:33 p.m.
4. Janet Viveros spoke in favor of this item and expressed concerns with the logistics.
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Following public comments, Applicant Jones responded to tandem garage parking concerns and Applicant Stearns responded to comments regarding sewage concerns
MAYOR NGUYEN CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on tandem garages being common for these types of units.
Mayor Nguyen commented on moving forward with this item.
Vice Mayor Manzo stated that the applicant agreed to implement a public art component.
City Attorney Porter clarified with Vice Mayor Manzo that he'd like to add an additional condition to this resolution.
Discussion ensued regarding the additional public art piece.
City Attorney Porter confirmed that Condition No. 45 will be added into the final resolution and that the applicant will install a public art piece at the Southeast corner of the property in harmony with other art pieces.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to add Condition No. 45, stated that the applicant will install a public art piece at the Southeast corner of the property in harmony with the other art piece, and to adopt Resolution No. 5300 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE NO. 2023- 0670, INCLUDING A VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP,
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW, AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING DENSITY BONUS
WITH ASSOCIATED CONCESSIONS, WAIVERS, AND/ OR REDUCTIONS OF DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS, TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF 89 RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM UNITS, INCLUDING NINE ( 9) UNITS DEED-
RESTRICTED FOR LOW- INCOME HOUSEHOLDS, ON AN APPROXIMATELY
3. 62- ACRE SITE LOCATED AT 530 WESTMINSTER MALL, WESTMINSTER, CA 92683 ( APN 195- 373- 15), WITHIN THE WESTMINSTER MALL SPECIFIC PLAN." The motion carried, 4-0-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
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5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Purchase and Delivery of Diesel Fuel and Gasoline for the City Fleet.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen, to:
A. Award the bid to SC Fuels; and
B. Authorize staff to approve a Purchase Order issued to SC Fuels in the yearly not- to- exceed amount of $ 475, 000 for an initial one- year term with four renewable years for the purchase and delivery of diesel fuel and gasoline for the city fleet; and
C. Reject all other bids.
The motion carried, 4-0- 1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 2 Award of Contract for the Street Improvements for Trask Avenue from Beach Boulevard to Hoover Street— Project Plan No. P- 2624.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 3 Council Member M.
Nguyen, to:
A. Approve the award of contract to the lowest and responsible bidder in the amount of$ 777, 355 to R.J. Noble Company and that all other bids be rejected; and
B. Authorize a 10% contingency in the amount of$ 77,735. 50 for potential change orders; and
C. Authorize the City Manager to execute the contract on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
The motion carried, 4-0-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
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5. 3 First Reading of an Ordinance Amending Section 13. 08. 130 of the Westminster Municipal Code to Update the Cross- Connection Control Program to Comply with the Cross- Connection Control Policy Handbook.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen requested additional information about cross- connection controls.
Management Analyst Leal provided the presentation.
Mayor Nguyen left the dais at 8:47 p.m.
Mayor Nguyen returned to the dais at 8:49 p.m.
Vice Mayor Manzo inquired about the anti- backflow device.
Discussion ensued regarding the anti- backflow device.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen, to introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 2620 entitled, " AN
ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2139 AND AMENDING SECTION 13. 08. 130 OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE TO
UPDATE THE CROSS- CONNECTION CONTROL PROGRAM OF THE CITY' S WATER DIVISION," read by title only and waive further reading.
The motion carried, 4-0-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 4 Outdoor Associates, LLP Project Entitlement Extension Request and Proposed Amendment to Operating Agreement No. 01- 2021.
Management Analyst Salz provided the presentation.
Vice Mayor Manzo requested more information about the five- year extension and 180-day extension.
Management Analyst Salz stated that the initial applicant requested a five- year extension which was not appropriate, based on the California Building Code, and the City approved two additional 180-day extensions.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta provided additional context.
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Discussion ensued regarding the extensions.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to adopt Resolution No. 5301 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, TO APPROVE AN EXTENSION OF THE 7130 FENWICK LANE ELECTRONIC BILLBOARD
PROJECT ENTITLEMENTS AND DIRECT THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO SECTION 2. 4 MITIGATION FEE OF OPERATING AGREEMENT NO. 01- 2021 AND FINDING THAT THESE ACTIONS ARE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT."
The motion carried, 4-0-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEM — None
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEM
7. 1 Request for Rate Increase for City Contract Tow Companies — T. C. 93- 104.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to approve the Traffic Commission' s recommendation to increase the rates and charges for the tow companies participating in the Westminster Police Department' s Rotational Tow Program and adopt Resolution No. 5302 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR
AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
UPDATING THE RATES AND CHARGES FOR THE TOW COMPANIES
PARTICIPATING IN THE WESTMINSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT' S
ROTATIONAL TOW PROGRAM."
During the roll call vote, District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen requested additional information regarding the percentage increase on the new rates.
Police Commander Drinnin stated that the staff report contained dollar figures but not percentages, and commented on gathering information from surrounding cities, the Orange County Sheriff' s Department, and the California Highway Patrol to compile accurate tow rates.
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The motion carried, 4-0- 1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
8. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — NON- AGENDA ITEMS
The following individuals spoke under oral communications on non- agenda items:
1. Dennis McGrath commented on the lack of safety at Frank G. Fry Park, expressed concerns with construction on Hoover Street, raised concerns with the safety of schoolchildren, and commented on the overgrown tree near his residence that is causing a safety hazard.
Vice Mayor Manzo stated that the Park Ranger Program and Anti-Camping Ordinance will help mitigate these issues, and that he would meet with Dennis McGrath after the meeting to help address his concerns.
2. Janet Viveros encouraged the community to continue to support local businesses in Westminster.
3. Jason Doan expressed concerns with lack of law enforcement action for scams that he was a victim to.
4. Terry Rains commented on the criminal bribery case for District 1 Council Member Phan West, the default judgment against District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen, the case against former employee Vicki Morgan, and federal civil rights lawsuit filed by Joseph Ngo.
5. Kathryn Dee commented on financial difficulties from losing her job.
Mayor Nguyen asked City Manager Cordon if there were any resources the City can provide.
City Manager Cordon stated that the Family Resource Center will have more information regarding this concern.
Mayor Nguyen thanked the oral speakers for voicing their concerns and highlighted the importance of fair speaking time for all speakers.
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9. BUSINESS MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL/ AGENCY MEMBERS
9. 1 Continued from the April 9, 2025 Regular Meeting — Request to Establish a Tet Foundation.
Mayor Nguyen emphasized the importance of raising money for the Tet Parade instead of using City funds and highlighted the impact of the Tet Parade on the community.
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen stated that the Westminster Community Foundation was able to successfully donate money to the 2024 Tet Parade, highlighted the lack of a donation for the 2025 Tet Parade, commented on concerns of donations for the 2026 Tet Parade, and spoke in favor of establishing a Tet Foundation.
Vice Mayor Manzo highlighted the importance of the Tet Parade, spoke in favor of establishing a Tet Foundation, and commented on the proposed foundation reimbursing startup costs to the City.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen spoke in support of establishing a Tet Foundation.
Mayor Nguyen stated that the reason for creating a Tet foundation is to raise funding for the Tet Parade, commented on having a five-member board, including the Mayor and Vice Mayor, and commented on each member of the City Council appointing one representative to the proposed Tet Foundation and commented on not using City funds as seed money for the proposed foundation.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on having a five- member board, no seed money provided by the City, reimburse startup costs of the foundation to the City, and have the Mayor and Vice Mayor serve on the board.
Mayor Nguyen expressed concerns with not providing seed money and reimbursing the City for startup costs.
Discussion ensued regarding seed money and startup cost reimbursement.
Mayor Nguyen re-stated that each member of the City Council, including the Mayor and Vice Mayor, appointing one representative to the proposed Tet Foundation.
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen inquired about the name of the proposed foundation.
Discussion ensued regarding the name of the proposed foundation.
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Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 3 Council Member M.
Nguyen, to establish a foundation of a seven-member board, each City Council Member shall appoint one member, with the Mayor and Vice Mayor serving on the foundation board, no seed money will be provided from the City, reimbursement to the City for all startup costs for establishing the foundation at a timeline to be determined, direct staff to return with draft bylaws and Article of Incorporation for the foundation, and to bring forth naming conventions of this establishment.
The motion was carried, 4-0-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
9. 2 Discussion Regarding the Westminster Community Foundation.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on reducing the members of the Westminster Community Foundation, and asked City Attorney Porter about the process for amending the foundation' s bylaws.
Discussion ensued regarding how to amend the bylaws, current board members, and vacancies on the Westminster Community Foundation board.
EXTEND THE MEETING PAST 10: 00 P. M. ( PER CITY POLICY) Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo to extend the meeting past 10: 00 p. m., per City policy.
The motion carried, 4-0-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
9. 2 CONTINUED — Discussion Regarding the Westminster Community Foundation.
Discussion continued regarding how to amend the bylaws, current board members, and vacancies on the Westminster Community Foundation board.
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Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 3 Council Member M.
Nguyen, to create an ad hoc committee composed of Vice Mayor Manzo and District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen to work with City Attorney's Office and staff to draft a bylaw amendment and bring recommendations back to the City Council.
The motion was carried, 4-0-1-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: PHAN WEST
ABSTAIN: NONE
10. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL / AGENCY MEMBERS ( Including AB 1234 Report when required)
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen thanked City staff for organizing the Black April Ceremony and CDBG presentation and budget presentation.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen highlighted the reduction in crime in Westminster.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on National Police Week, commented on the Black April Ceremony, highlighted the upcoming Mother's Day holiday, commented on the cancelled May 28, 2025 City Council Meeting, and encouraged the community to attend the Memorial Day Service at Westminster Memorial Park.
Mayor Nguyen thanked the public for attending the meeting, thanked City staff for hosting the successful American Vietnam Veterans Day event and the recent Black April Ceremony, thanked Community Services Director Johnson and staff for all of the details put into the event, commented on the dignitaries at the event, thanked Community Services Department, Police Department, and the Public Works Department, commented on his attendance at Level Up! Grant event welcoming the grant awardees, commented on potential possibilities for recognition at Southern California Association of Governments Annual Regional Conference, highlighting recent projects and community events, and reported his attendance at the League of California Cities Leaders' Summit in Sacramento.
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen commented on the free compost giveaway at Westminster Memorial Park.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen reported his attendance at the League of California Cities Leaders' Summit in Sacramento.
Mayor Nguyen highlighted the free compost giveaway at Westminster Memorial Park and the Westminster Public Works Open House.
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11. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Nguyen adjourned the meeting at 10:15 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
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