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The CityCouncilof the Cityof Westminster, California, convenedon Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. in a Closed Session via In-Person, Rose Center Theater, 14140 All American Way, Westminster, California.
CLOSED SESSION
4: 00 P. M.
CALL TO ORDER
MayorNguyencalledthe ClosedSessionMeetingof the City Council/SuccessorAgency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 4: 06 p. m., on Wednesday, August27, 2025, via In-Person, at the Rose CenterTheater, 14140All AmericanWay, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
VICE MAYOR CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER MARK NGUYEN, DISTRICT 3
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
Arrived at 4:09 p.m.)
COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1 ( Arrived
at 4:20 p.m.)
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum of the City Council present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Clerk Ashton Arocho
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
Deputy Police Chief Ron Weber
Housing Specialist Michael Son
Interim Community Development Director Sheri
VanderDussen
Senior Management Analyst Shauna Hunter
Administrative Assistant Tanya Ramirez
Sergeant At Arms Jared Kent
Sergeant At Arms Willie Veasley
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION
The following individual spoke under oral communications on Closed Session items only:
1. Terry Rains, stated she completed the Community Survey and encouraged
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residents to complete as well, stated changes are considered for the theater must prioritize all residents and their wishes ( Closed Session Item 3), commented on concerns of two additional potential exposures to litigation and possible lawsuits to the City, requested the CityAttorney to publicly state before entering into closed session whether or not he opines the facts and circumstances for each of the two potential cases, requested the City Attorney to comment if any Council Member needs to recuse themselves from discussion before Closed Session, and commented on District 4 Council Member Nguyen and District 1 Council Member Phan West' s tardiness and absences from Closed Sessions.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen entered the meeting at 4:09 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION
City Clerk Arocho read the following Closed Session title into the record:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL— EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 1)
Name of case: In Re National Prescription Opiate Litigation; USDC, Northern District of Ohio, MDL No. 2804.
2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Property: 8190 13th Street, Westminster, CA 92683
Agency negotiators: City Manager Christine Cordon, Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta, and Housing Specialist Michael Son
Negotiating parties: Elderly Development Westminster, L.P.
Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Property: 14140 All American Way, Westminster, CA 92683 Agency negotiators: City Manager Christine Cordon and Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta Negotiating parties: ( 1) Friends of Abbey Center, Inc. ( DBA Friends of the Rose Center Theater); and ( 2) Mastroianni Family Enterprises, Ltd. ( DBA Jay' s Catering Co.)
Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL— ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 9( d)( 2)
Number of Potential Cases: Two ( 2)
Vice Mayor Manzo asked City Attorney Porter if the City Council is required to report out, as mentioned during oral communications by a member of the public.
City Attorney Porter noted that the City is in compliance with the Brown Act.
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The Mayor and City Council entered Closed Session at 4:13 p.m.
District 1 Council Member Phan West entered the meeting at 4:20 p.m.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the meeting at 6:20 p.m. from Closed Session.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency meeting reconvened on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, to Open Session at 6: 00 p. m., via In- Person, Rose Center Theater, 14140 All American Way, Westminster, California.
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: 27 p. m., on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, via In-Person, at the Rose Center Theater, 14140All American Way, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
VICE MAYOR CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER AMY terrte, DISTRICT 1
COUNCIL MEMBER MARK NGUYEN, DISTRICT 3
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
ABSENT: NONE
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum of the City Council, with all members present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
City Attorney Scott Porter
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Clerk Ashton Arocho
Finance Director Erin Backs
Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson
Human Resources Director/ Risk Manager Jodie Griner
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
Deputy Police Chief Ron Weber
Police Commander Scott Gump
Police Commander Andrew Stowers
Orange County Fire Authority Kyle Cain
Records Supervisor Lucy Gevorgyan
Public Works Director Jake Ngo
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Sergeant At Arms Jerad Kent
Sergeant At Arms Willie Veasley
Administrative Assistant Tanya Ramirez
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
District 1 Council Member Phan West led the flag salute.
INVOCATION
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen conducted the invocation.
CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Porter noted that the City Council met under Closed Session, took no reportable action on Agenda Item Nos. 2 and 3.
City Attorney Porter noted the following report for Agenda Item No. 4:
One of the potential litigation cases: City Attorney Porter did not participate in the discussion of this matter and has been told that there was no reportable action; and One of the potential litigation cases: City Attorney Porter noted that the City Council was unable to meet and discuss this item due to time limitations.
City Attorney Porter noted the following for Agenda Item No. 1:
The City Council authorized City Manager Cordon to enter into a settlement agreement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler Family ( the Founders of Purdue Pharma). The City has agreed to participate in the nationwide settlement with Purdue Pharma ( and certain of its affiliates) and the Sackler family concerning alleged misconduct related to opioids. Purdue Pharma, who filed for bankruptcy protection, is one of the largest manufacturers of opioids. The settlement provides that the Sackler Family will pay an aggregate of $ 6. 5 billion in 16 payments over 15 years in total to all eligible states, counties, cities, territories, and other creditors.
In addition, the City Council authorized City Manager Cordon to enter into a settlement agreement with Alvogen, Amneal, Apotex, Hikma, Indivior, Mylan, Sun, and Zydus. The city has agreed to participate in the nationwide settlement with eight opioids manufacturers. The settlements will provide a maximum of approximately $ 720 million in cash in total to all participating states, counties, cities, and territories to remediate and abate the impacts of the opioid crisis.
CityAttorneyPorteralso reportedthat immediatelyfollowingthe specialmeetingheldon August 13, 2025, the City Council resumed to Closed Session for continued discussion on the items listed on the agenda and took no reportable action.
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EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS (Including SB 1439 Report when required) There were no ex parte communications.
REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
City Clerk Arocho had no report.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made the following announcements:
CSI Teen Academy Graduation
On August 14, the Westminster Police Department successfully completed its inaugural CSITeenAcademy. Thisfive-weekprogramintroducedhighschoolagedstudentsto key aspects of crime scene investigation, including DNA analysis, fingerprint examination, criminal law, and other areas of criminology. A total of twenty students from local high schools graduated from the CSI Teen Academy course. The Department is committed to further developing this program as part of our ongoing efforts to engage and inspire the youth of Westminster. The WPD Forensic Services Unit was instrumental in the success of this program. If interested in this program, a future class will be offered during the summer of 2026. Please follow WPD on social media to receive notifications concerning courses offered to the public at https:// www. facebook. com/ westminsterpdca Community Emergency Response Team ( CERT) Academy Training The West Orange County Regional CERT program is offering a free Community Emergency Response Team ( CERT) Academy Training. This training starts on Friday, September 12th. It consists of a 4-day, 20-hour course designed to educate participants about disaster preparedness for various hazards and covers essential disaster response skills. These skills include fire safety, light search and rescue techniques, team organization, and basic disaster medical operations. CERT members play a crucial role in supporting first responders, providing immediate assistance to those affected by disasters, and organizing volunteers at disaster sites.
To participate in this training, applicants must be at least 18 years old and either live or work in the City of Westminster.
For registration or additional information, please visit:
https:// westcountycert. com/ moreinfo/
9/ 11 WPD Commemorative Badge
Once again to commemorate and honor the sacrifices made on September 11, 2001, Westminster Police Department personnel will be authorized to wear 9/ 11 badges throughout the month of September. This annual tradition will forever honor the Police Officers, Firefighters, and civilians who lost their lives in the attacks that day on September 11, 2001
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Fall Festival — Last Call for Vendors, Entertainers and Sponsors:
Don't miss your chance to be a part of our spectacular Fall Festival, happening September 25- 28!
Vendors and Entertainers: Applications are due this Friday, August 29th.
Sponsor opportunities are still available!
Apply now at www. westminster- ca.gov or email FallFestival( c westminster- ca.gov for more information.
Senior Center Hoedown Dance:
Dust off those boots and grab a partner for the Senior Center's Hoedown Dance on Friday, September 5th from 12-2 p.m. Enjoy live entertainment and refreshments. Tickets are on sale now for $ 5 but will increase to $ 7 the day of the event.
For more information, please visit the Senior Center Front Desk or call 714- 895- 2878.
Splash Pad Extended Hours:
Great news! The Sigler Park Splash Pad will stay open daily until September 1st, from 12 to 5 p.m. And for a little extra fun, we're extending the season with bonus weekends on September6th and 7th, and againon September13thand 14th, also from 12to 5 p.m.
Bring the kids, cool off, and enjoy the last splash of summer! Bowling Green Park Playground Ribbon Cutting Ceremony:
Join us on Wednesday, September 10th, at 11 a.m. for the grand opening of our newest playground featuring " Zipping Active Adventures", at Bowling Green Park, at 14700 Bowling Green St. Stay for free fun with our Mobile Rec Program afterward!
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. Certificate of Recognition to the Huntington West Little League for State Championship Achievement.
The Mayor and City Council presented the certificate to the Huntington West Little League for State Championship Achievement.
Following Special Presentations, City Attorney Porter inadvertently left out the motion for the action taken during Closed Session and noted for the record that the motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, with a roll call vote of 5-0.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
Thefollowingindividualspokeunderoralcommunicationson agendaitemsonly:
1. TerryRainscommentedon AgendaItem3.4 andsuggestedchangesto cleanup the table located within the staff report and urged council to ask questions of staff
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before approving the final Ordinance, retired annuitant should be appointed by resolutionin an open meetingnot on ConsentCalendarand questionedif the City will be paying for two interims ( Agenda Item No. 3. 7), in opposition of extending the 2025 holiday closure due to possible work backlog ( Agenda Item No. 5. 1), commented on no applications received and suggested the terms should be permanent ( Agenda Item No. 5. 3), stated that the Mayor had already presented his design and location to his supporters, questioned the purpose of the ad hoc committee if the outcome is predetermined, and suggested rewording to state that all resident-not just the City Council-will have the opportunity to provide input (Agenda Item No. 5. 4), in favor of the Community Garden but not in favor of the location or parking restrictions ( Agenda Item No. 7. 1), Spoke in opposition to the fee waiver, stating that if meetings are held in a public building funded by taxpayers with fees waived, they must be open to the public ( Agenda Item No. 9. 1).
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
District 1 Council Member Phan West pulled Agenda Item Nos. 3.4, 3.5, and 3.7 from the Consent Calendar 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 as presented for the dates listed below:
A. August 13, 2025 ( Meeting Cancellation); and
B. August 20, 2025 ( Special Meeting).
3. 2 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Register dated August 7, 2025 through August 20, 2025.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed.
3. 3 Treasurer' s Report for July 2025.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed.
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).
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3. 6 Approval of Proclamation.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the National Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation.
3. 7 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR).
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Agenda Item Nos. 3. 4, 3. 5, and 3. 7 pulled for separate discussion.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
AGENDA ITEM( S) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION.
3. 4 Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2623, Amending Section
17.230 Industrial Zoning Districts of the Westminster Municipal Code.
This item was pulled by District 1 Council Member Phan West.
District 1 Council Member Phan West asked staff to elaborate on the residents' concerns expressed during oral communications.
City Manager Cordon stated the resident had recommendations and stated there was no available staff to provide a response.
Mayor Nguyen stated this is the second reading of the ordinance and that discussion took place at the prior meeting.
City Attorney Porter clarified that if the City Council wished to make the suggested changes, the Public Hearing process would need to start over.
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Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, secondedby District1 CouncilMember Phan West, to conduct a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2623 entitled,
AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT CASE NO. 2025- 0113) AMENDING TITLE 17 OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE, CHAPTER 17. 230 - INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICTS," read by title only and waive further reading.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
3. 5 AB 109Funding for Public Safety Realignmentand Post-ReleaseCommunity Supervision Enhanced Law Enforcement in Fiscal Year 2025- 2026.
This item was pulled by District 1 Council Member Phan West.
District 1 Council Member Phan West asked Chief Lenyi to elaborate on the staff report.
Police Chief Lenyi provided a brief staff report.
Motion was made by District 1 Council MemberPhanWest, secondedbyVice Mayor Manzo, to:
A. Approve a revenue estimate of $ 79, 430 from the 2025- 2026 AB 109 Grant to the AB 109 Revenue Account for the Fiscal Year 2025- 2026 Budget; and B. Amend the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Adopted Budget by designating grant revenues in the amount of $ 79,430 and increasing budgeted expenditures to the Special Police Services Fund, AB 109 expenditures budget for the Fiscal Year 2025- 2026 Overtime Costs in the amount of $ 79, 430.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
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3. 7 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Appointment of Steven Mendoza, a CaIPERS Retiree, as Interim Community Development Director to Comply with California Government Code Section 21221( h).
This item was pulled by District 1 Council Member Phan West.
District 1 Council Member Phan West asked City Manager Cordon to clarify what skills, education, and professional background the City values for this position.
City Manager Cordon stated that the Community Development Director position has been vacant and difficult to fill, partly due to the pay and the expectations of Administration and Council Members, added they have looked into ways to make the application processing easier; however, in the interim, the City does not want to lose momentum and needs a seasoned person to take over, and closed by providing a brief background of Mr. Mendoza.
District 1 Council Member Phan West asked City Manager Cordon on how the City is saving money by hiring a CaIPERS retiree.
City Manager Cordon responded hiring a CaIPERS retiree is a flat hourly rate and the hours worked are limited.
Motion was made by District 1 Council Member Phan West, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to:
A. Adopt Resolution No. 5317 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING STEVEN MENDOZA AS INTERIM COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR," and
B. Authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with CaIPERS Retired Annuitant Steven Mendoza to appoint him as the Interim Community Development Director.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
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4. PUBLIC HEARING
4. 1 Public Hearing - Adopt a Resolution Approving the 2024Military Equipment Annual Report and Renewing Ordinance No. 2614.
Staff Report
Mayor and City Council Questions for Staff
Public Comments
Mayor and Council Member Discussion
Council Action
Police Chief Lenyi introduced Commander Gump to provide a brief presentation.
Commander Gump provided a brief staff report.
MAYOR NGUYEN OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
The following individual spoke under oral communications:
1. Michael Verrengia spoke in support of renewing the resolution, stated some of the items mentioned in the presentation will help protect local law enforcement and the public, and encouraged the City Council to adopt the resolution.
2. Camilla Overbeek spoke in opposition, commented on poverty, crime, violence within the City, and the higher tax rate for struggling residents, questioned why the City is not investing and helping the residents financially.
3. Terry Rains commented on language included in the staff report and asked Police Chief Lenyi to address and clarify some language within the staff report, commented on previous comments and questions made by District 1 Council Member Phan West at previous council meetings.
Following oral communications, City Attorney Porter responded to the comments made by a member of the public regarding recent passing of AB 2546 which made modifications towards military equipment.
Vice Mayor Manzo asked City Attorney Porter if he could elaborate on what the amendments were.
City Attorney Porter commented on the different amendments made within the law.
District 1 Council Member Phan West asked staff to elaborate on what mechanics are in place for transparency on deployment and maintenance costs.
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Commander Gump responded.
District 1 Council Member Phan West commented on the criteria that the Police Department must follow, asked staff to elaborate if the funds are coming from the City General Fund, State Federal Grant, or a special program.
Commander Gump responded that all items are coming from the Police Department Fiscal budget.
MAYOR NGUYEN CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 1 Council Member Phan West, to:
A. Adopt Resolution No. 5318 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING THE 2024 MILITARY EQUIPMENT ANNUAL REPORT AND RENEWING ORDINANCE NO. 2614, IN ACCORDANCE WITH ASSEMBLY BILL 481"; and
B. File and receive the 2024 Military Equipment Annual Report The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Extension of Holiday Closure for 2025.
Motion was made Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 1 Council Member Phan West, to extend the holiday closure to include January 2, 2026.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
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5. 2 Street Light Pole Banner Hanging Request from Garden Grove Unified School District.
Vice Mayor Manzo motioned to approve the item as recommended.
City ManagerCordoninterjectedstatingthat staffis askingfor directionon the itemand provided a brief overview.
MayorNguyencommentedontheprioryearapprovalsandprioramendmentbyDistrict 4 CouncilMemberNguyen, askedstaffif therewasa specificreasonas to whythe school district request was for one year.
CommunityServicesDirectorJohnsonstatedthattheschooldistricttypicallysubmitsits requests on an annual basis; however, the 90-day request was a compromise with the City Council and was approved administratively.
Vice Mayor Manzo stated he is in approval of the annual requests.
District1 CouncilMemberPhanWestsuggestedapprovingthe schooldistrict's 90-day bannerrequestwhile leavingthe optionopenfor anotheragencyto submita request during that period.
CommunityServicesDirectorJohnsonstatedthatthelocationsrequestedbytheschool district are not typical locations where the City will place banners.
District4 CouncilMemberNguyenstatedthe reasonhesuggestedthe 90-day request for the school district was to allow other organizations to put in requests or to allow the City to place their own banners for City events.
Discussion ensued regarding placement of banners.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to approve the written request from Garden Grove Unified School District to hang streetlight pole bannersalongBushardStreet, betweenHazardAvenueand BolsaAvenue, andalong Brookhurst Street, between Hazard Avenue and McFadden Avenue, from September 1, 2025, through September 1, 2026.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
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5. 3 Continued from the August 13, 2025 Special Meeting - Appointment to the Westminster Tet Parade Foundation.
Motion was made by District 4 Council Member Nguyen, seconded by Mayor Nguyen to appoint Van Duc Vo ( District 4 Council Member NamQuan Nguyen' s Appointment) to the Westminster Tet Parade Foundation.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
5. 4 Formation of an Ad Hoc Committee to Review and Select a Qualified Consultant for the Design and Development of the Little Saigon Archway.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to create an ad hoc committee consisting of Mayor Nguyen and Vice Mayor Manzo for the review and selection of a qualified consultant for the design and development of the Little Saigon Archway.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEM - None
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEM
7. 1 Staff Proposal to Install Parking Restrictions on Cherry Street for Cherry Street Community Garden Project - T. C. 25- 101.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta provided a brief staff report.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to approve the Traffic Commissions recommendation and adopt Resolution No. 5319 entitled,
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, PROVIDING FOR NO PARKING OR STOPPING
AT A CERTAIN LOCATION ON THE EAST SIDE OF CHERRY STREET, NORTH OF WESTMINSTER BOULEVARD."
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The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
8. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS ( CONCERNING NON- AGENDA ITEMS) Thefollowingindividualsspokeunderoralcommunicationconcerningnon-agenda items:
1. Michael Verrengia raised concerns of waiving fees for one organization versus another organization ( Agenda Item No. 9. 1), spoke on the United States flag protocol, commented on the continued discussion around a proposed Cultural Center at Blakey Park, and highlighted different cultures throughout the community.
District1 CouncilMemberPhan Westleft the daisat 7:44p.m.
District1 CouncilMemberPhan Westreturnedto the daisat 7:46p.m.
2. Camilla Overbeek suggested that Council Member' s review their agenda packets prior to the meeting to ensure that they're aware of the items being presented, commented on the lack of public parks throughout the community, commented on the current culture for City employees, and requested the City Council to do their jobs as elected officials.
3. Andrew Le raised concerns regarding District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen due to recent events in Texas and commented on the City Council Code of Conduct.
4. Terry Rains commented on the United States flag code, highlighted the recent announcement of Mayor Nguyen running for Congress in 2026, spoke on comments made by District 1 Council Member Phan West at the August 13, 2025 Council meeting, commented on the continued harassment and possible defamation to members of the public by District 1 Council Member Phan West, commented on recent Blakely Park Vietnamese Cultural Center assessment, and raised questions regarding recent Jobs First Grant.
Following oral communications, Mayor Nguyen briefly responded to comments raised by members of the public.
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9. BUSINESS MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL/ AGENCY MEMBERS
9. 1 Consideration of Waiving Facility Fees for the Westminster Tet Parade Foundation' s Board Meetings.
Mayor Nguyen provided a brief background on the item.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on the first Foundation meeting, spoke on the availability of the facility identified, spoke on the low burden towards staff for use of space, and commented on the reasonable request for the space.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to waive fees and deposits for the Westminster Tet Parade Foundation' s use of city space for its board meetings for up to 40 meetings through June 30, 2027, provided that each meeting does not exceed four hours, and provision of the space provided does not conflict with city needs.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
10. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL / AGENCY MEMBERS ( Including AB 1234 Report when required)
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen thanked staff for their hard work, spoke in appreciation for members of the public who participated in the meeting, and commented in appreciation towards the Community Services Department for putting on a spectacular summer concert and movie series in the park.
Motion was made by District 1 Council Member Phan West, seconded by District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen, to place an item on an upcoming agenda to consider adopting a resolution to oppose Proposition 50.
The motion carried, 4- 1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: MANZO
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
District 1 Council Member Phan West thanked staff for their hard work and commented on the upcoming Labor Day holiday.
CITY COUNCIL/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA WESTMINSTER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AUGUST 27, 2025
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District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen thanked staff for their hard work, commented inappreciationoftheWestminsterPoliceDepartment, andwishedeveryoneahappy Labor Day.
ViceMayorManzoaskedCityManagerCordonto respondto commentsraisedbya member of the public during oral communications regarding the recent award of a grant.
District4 CouncilMemberN. Nguyenleft the daisat 8:11p.m.
City Manager Cordon provided background regarding the Jobs First Grant.
District4 CouncilMemberN. Nguyenreturnedto the daisat 8:11p.m.
Vice Mayor Manzo commentedin appreciationtowardsthe CommunityServices Department for putting on a spectacular summer concert and movie series in the park, highlighted that City Manager Cordon provides Department Directors the opportunities to shine, thanked staff for their hard work, and wished everyone a happy Labor Day.
MayorNguyencommentedin agreementwiththe otherCouncilMembersregarding staff' s hard work and encouraged residents to schedule meetings with him to further discuss concerns.
11. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
MayorNguyenadjournedthe meetingat 8:18p.m. onWednesday, August27, 2025.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED:
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TON R. AROCHO, MAC
CITY CLERK
CITY COUNCIL/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA WESTMINSTER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AUGUST 27, 2025
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APPROVED:
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C I CHARL - / N
MAYOR
ATTEST:
SHT R. AROCHO, MMC
CITY CLERK