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The City Council of the City of Westminster, California, convened on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 5: 15 p. m. in a Closed Session via In- Person, Rose Center Theater, 14140 All American Way, Westminster, California.
CLOSED SESSION
5: 15 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: 22 p. m., on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, via In-Person, at the Rose Center Theater, 14140 All American Way, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
VICE MAYOR CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1
COUNCIL MEMBER MARK NGUYEN, DISTRICT 3
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
Arrived at 5:31 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
Sergeant At Arms Jared Kent
Sergeant At Arms Jeffrey Chea
City Attorney Porter noted for the record that staff has been made aware of an anticipated litigation case and following oral communications, will be asking the City Council to vote on a walk on item for the City Council to discuss a total of two (2) anticipated litigation cases.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION
The following individual spoke under oral communications on Closed Session items only:
1. Terry Rains questioned who the potential litigation involved, expressed concern regarding another potential litigation matter before the Council and asked for
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disclosure of the facts and circumstances of the Closed Session Item, and stated she is looking forward to the City selecting a new law firm to provide legal services.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to walk on an item to the Closed Session as follows:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 9 ( d)( 2) Number of Potential Cases: One ( 1)
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
CLOSED SESSION
Administrative Assistant Ramirez read the following Closed Session titles into the record:
1. 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)
2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS
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
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen entered the meeting at 5:31 p.m.
The Mayor and the City Council entered Closed Session at 5:30 p.m.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the meeting at 6:14 p.m. from Closed Session.
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RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency meeting reconvened on Wednesday, September 10, 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: 26 p. m., on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, via In-Person, at the Rose Center Theater, 14140 All American Way, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
VICE MAYOR CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, 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
Interim Community Development Director Steven Mendoza
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
Deputy Police Chief Ron Weber
Orange County Fire Authority Kyle Cain
Public Works Director Jake Ngo
Business Services Manager Karla Santillan
Principal Planner Ken Fichtelman
Economic Development Manager Caroline Velarde
Senior Management Analyst Shaunna Hunter
Community Services and Recreation Supervisor Gina Nunes Westminster Family Resource Center Supervisor Blanca Luna Administrative Assistant Tanya Ramirez
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Administrative Assistant Stephanie Aguilar
Sergeant At Arms Jerad Kent
Sergeant At Arms Jeffrey Chea
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen led the flag salute.
INVOCATION
District 1 Council Member Phan West conducted the invocation.
CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Porter noted that the City Council met under Closed Session regarding the items listed on the agenda, along with the walk on item, commented on compliance with the Brown Act and requested that the City Council ratify the determination that the walk on item was appropriate to add to the agenda.
Motion was made by District 1 Council Member Phan West, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to ratify the determination that the walk on item was appropriate to add to the agenda.
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
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS ( Including SB 1439 Report when required) There were no ex parte communications.
REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
City Clerk Arocho reported on the late communications memo for Agenda Item Nos. 3. 1 and
3. 5.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made the following announcements:
Pink Patch Project— Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Pink Patch Project is an innovative public awareness campaign intended to support
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the fight against breast cancer. In 2024, it' s estimated that 310, 720 new cases of invasive breast cancer in women and 2, 790 new cases in men will be detected in the United States.
The pink patches debuted in 2013 and were worn on police uniforms of participating departments during October in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Since then, the Pink Patch Project has evolved into a collaborative effort among public agencies worldwide.
The WPD joined the cause in 2015, and we are still going strong as ever. All uniformed personnel can wear the pink patches issued last year on their uniforms to show their support during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
This year, the Westminster Police Officers' Association will be selling pink patches for
10. 00, K9 pink patches for $ 10. 00, and challenge coins for $ 20.
All proceeds will be donated to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.
To purchase any of these items, please contact Property Technician Kellee Wells at kwells@westminster- ca. qov or 714- 548- 3216.
Fall Festival:
The countdown begins for our upcoming Fall Festival, happening Thursday through Sunday, September 25- 28! Join us at the Civic Center for carnival rides, amazing live entertainment, delicious food options, unique finds from retail vendors, a lively beer garden and so much more! Discount Ride Tickets are available now for purchase on the city' s website.
For more information, please visit - ww. westminster- ca.g©v, and be sure to follow the City' s Instagram and Facebook for updates!
New Employee:
We welcome Steven Mendoza as our new Interim Community Development Director who steps in as our previous Interim Director, Sheri VanderDussen, is back in retirement to enjoy her new grandmotherly duties. He is a retired longtime administrator and was most recently the Assistant City Manager for the City of Santa Ana. He brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in community and economic development and management and will be a great asset to the organization.
Please join me in welcoming Steven to the City of Westminster. Thank you.
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. Update from CalOptima Regarding Recent Back- to- School Health and Wellness Fair.
Yunkyung Kim, CalOptima Chief Operations Officers, presented a brief
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presentation on a recent event with the City.
The Mayor and City Council recognized the following:
B. Recognition of Westminster Home Depot Store 0647 and Orange County Fire Authority Station 65 for Recent Beautification Project.
C. Presentation of Proclamation for National Hispanic Heritage Month.
D. Presentation of Proclamation for Hunger Action Month.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
The following individuals spoke under oral communications on agenda items only:
1. Tami Hammell commented on Agenda Item No. 9. 1 and partisan behavior of the City Council.
2. Michael Verrengia stated that Agenda Item No. 9.1 had nothing to do with City operations and should not be included on the agenda, and also commented in support of the removal of Commissioner Bui from the Planning Commission and suggested the reinstatement of a former Commissioner ( Agenda Item No. 9. 2).
3. Tony Bui commented in opposition of Agenda Item No. 9. 1 and questioned the reasoning behind removing him from the Planning Commission ( Agenda Item No.
9. 2).
4. Donald Lank expressed shock that the City Council would take a position on Proposition 50 and spoke in opposition of the item ( Agenda Item No. 9. 1).
5. Roger Mindrum commented on the political nature of Agenda Item No. 9. 1, commented in support of removing Commissioner Bui ( Agenda Item No. 9. 2), and expressed the desire to keep Blakey Park as " old Westminster" ( Agenda Item No.
5. 1).
6. Nick Popadiuk commented in opposition of Agenda Item No. 9.1 stating it is political, commented in opposition of Agenda Item No. 5. 1 and stated the divisiveness and hostility is a result of political ambition, spoke on the history of Blakey Park.
7. Terry Rains commented on the late communications memo, urged the City Council to approve all of the proclamations ( Agenda Item No. 3. 8), expressed concern regarding the cancellation of October meetings due to Council Members attending out- of- state training ( Agenda Item No. 3. 9), she commented that Vice Mayor Manzo was the only Council Member who visited Blakey Park, and further commented on staff going against Council direction and monies spent for an architect and title reports ( Agenda Item No. 5. 1), commented in opposition of
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Agenda Item No. 9. 1 and suggested to City Attorney Porter the need for District 1 Council Member Phan West and Mayor Nguyen to recuse themselves due to a conflict of interest, and added that the new map does not impact the City, encouraged the City Council to also remove Commissioner Bui from the Citizens Oversight Committee Measure Y and E and suggested the reinstatement of a former Commissioner ( Agenda Item No. 9. 2).
Following oral communications, District 1 Council Member Phan West briefly responded to comments made by members of the public.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Nguyen requested that Agenda Item No. 3. 8 be pulled from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Vice Mayor Manzo requested that Agenda Item No. 3. 5 be pulled from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen requested that Agenda Item No. 3. 3 be pulled 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 ( Closed Session and Special Meeting); and B. August 27, 2025 ( Closed Session and Special Meeting).
3. 2 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Register dated August 21, 2025 through September 3, 2025.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed.
3. 3 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR).
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3. 4 Second Amendment to Concession Agreement with Mastroianni Family Enterprises, LLC dba Jay' s Catering for Onsite Catering and Venue Operation at the Rose Center.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council:
A. Approved the Second Amendment to the existing Concession Agreement with Mastroianni Family Enterprises, LLC, dba Jay' s Catering for a term to conclude daily operation on August 31, 2025 and for a single day use on October 11, 2025 in the amount of 60 percent ( 60%) venue fee and 10 percent ( 10%) food and beverage fee, estimated $ 3, 500 fee; and
B. Authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement on the City's behalf in a form approved by the City Attorney.
3. 5 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR).
3. 6 Notice of Completion of the Work Performed by Roy Allan Slurry Seal, Inc. for the Citywide Slurry Seal — Citywide Slurry Seal 2024.
ACTION: 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. 7 Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Grant Award Contract Administered by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control ( ABC) in Fiscal Year 2025- 2026.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council:
A. Adopted Resolution No. 5320 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A GRANT AWARD CONTRACT
ADMINISTERED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE
CONTROL"; and
B. Approved the Agreement with the California Department of Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) for an Alcohol Policing Partnership Program (APP) Grant in the amount of$ 70, 000 and authorized the Chief of Police to execute the same; and C. Amended the FiscalYear 2025-2026 adopted budget by designating grant funds in the amount of $ 70, 000 in the Intergovernmental — State Other revenue account and increasing budgeted expenditures in the amount of $ 70, 000 in the
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ABC designated fund account for overtime, benefits, equipment, travel costs, and special investigations.
3. 8 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR).
3. 9 Consideration of Cancelling the Regular City Council Meeting of October 22, 2025 and Calling a Special City Council Meeting for October 15, 2025.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council rescheduled the regular City Council Meeting of October 22, 2025 to Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen, to approve the Consent Calendar, to include the amendments to Agenda Item No. 3. 1 as noted in the late communications memo and Agenda Item Nos. 3. 3, 3. 5, and 3. 8 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. 3 First Amendment for the Theater Operation and Cultural Programming of the Rose Center with the Friends of Abbey Center, dba Friend of the Rose Center Theater, a California Non- Profit 501( c)( 3) Corporation.
This item was pulled by District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen for staff presentation.
Senior Management Analyst Hunter provided a brief staff report.
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen asked staff about the 5% venue fee and when the report from the consultant will be brought forward to the City Council.
Senior Management Analyst commented on the tentative schedule for the report.
Motion was made by District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to table the item until the consultant report is presented to the City
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Vice Mayor Manzo raised questions about the timeline of the report from the consultant and the pending amendment before the City Council.
Discussion ensued regarding the timeline for the consultant report and the pending RFP.
Vice Mayor Manzo spoke in opposition of having an empty theater and spoke in favor on moving forward with the proposed amendment in the meantime.
Further discussion ensued regarding the timeline for the consultant report and the pending RFP.
City Manager Cordon commented on the current term of the agreement.
Mayor Nguyen commented on the current process of the consultant providing a report, stated that the City Council is not in a rush to make a decision, spoke on the current agreement with the theater, and spoke in opposition of approving the item before the City Council.
Substitute motion was made by District 1 Council Member Phan West, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to:
A. Approve the First Amendment to the Theater Facility Management Services Agreement for the Operation of the Rose Center Theater with Friends of the Rose Center Theater for a term to conclude on June 30, 2026, with one optional three- month extension; and
B. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement on behalf of the City in a form approved by the City Attorney.
Further discussion ensued on the current expenses endured by the City.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen commented in support of District 1 Council Member Phan West' s points, highlighted the 5% venue fees and commented on the loss of additional money.
District 1 Council Member Phan West asked about the estimate of utilities per month that the City pays for the theater.
Discussion ensued regarding utilities and maintenance costs.
District 1 Council Member Phan West withdrew the substitute motion.
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Amended Motion was made by District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to take no action and direct staff to bring the item back to the City Council after the consultant report is presented to the City Council.
The amended 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
3. 5 Professional Services Agreement with RSG Solutions Incorporated dba RSG Inc. to Develop the City' s Economic Development Strategic Plan.
This item was pulled by Vice Mayor Manzo for staff presentation.
Economic Development Manager Velarde provided a brief staff report.
District 1 Council Member Phan West left the dais at 7:41 p.m.
Following the presentation, Vice Mayor Manzo asked for the total amount per task.
The consultant answered questions of the City Council.
Discussion ensued regarding RSGs experience and current projects with other agencies.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to:
A. Approve the professional services agreement with RSG Solutions Incorporated dba RSG Inc. to develop the City' s Economic Development Strategic Plan in an amount not to exceed $ 137, 760; and
B. Authorize the City Manager or her designee to execute the subject professional services agreement on the City' s behalf.
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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3. 8 Approval of Proclamations.
This item was pulled by Mayor Nguyen.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to approve the following proclamations:
A. World Alzheimer' s Awareness Month ( September 2025); and B. Extra Mile Day ( November 1, 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
Following the roll call vote, the Mayor and City Council presented the proclamation to a representative from Alzheimer' s Orange County.
District 1 Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 7:52 p. m.
4. PUBLIC HEARING
4. 1 Public Hearing — Case No. 2025- 0166, A Request to Adopt an Urgency Ordinance and Introduce for First Reading a Non- Urgency Ordinance to Amend Section 17.250. 035 Housing ( H) Overlay of the Westminster Municipal Code.
Staff Report
Comments or Presentation from Applicant ( If Applicable) Mayor and City Council Questions for Staff
Public Comments
Mayor and Council Member Discussion
Council Action
Principal Planner Fichtelman provided a brief staff report and noted that there were minor corrections needed to both Ordinances related to the publishing dates and requested that such amendments be included in the final action.
Following the presentation, District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen asked questions of staff.
MAYOR NGUYEN OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
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The following individuals spoke under oral communications:
1. Terry Rains commented on errors within the staff report and the absence of a Planning Commission denial resolution in the attachments, stated the ordinance does not qualify as an Urgency Ordinance and does not comply with state law, and urged the Council to reject the item.
2. Diane Tollefson questioned why the Planning Commission denied the item, expressed concern regarding high- density structures, and the impact to public transportation and effects on local businesses.
3. Roger Mindrum spoke in agreement with previous speakers and commented on the action taken by the Planning Commission.
MAYOR NGUYEN CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented in appreciation of members of the public who spoke on the item, commented on the repeated presentation by staff to the City Council and spoke on trends in development.
District 1 Council Member Phan West commented on the proposed high density areas and raised concerns that there would be developments built to intrude on privacy of single homes.
Motion was made by District 1 Council Member Phan West, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to:
A. Adopt an amended Urgency Ordinance No. 2625U entitled " AN URGENCY
ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A ZONING TEXT
AMENDMENT ( CASE NO. 2025- 0166) AMENDING TITLE 17 OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE, CHAPTER 17. 250. 035 — HOUSING H) OVERLAY;" and
B. Introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 2626 entitled " AN ORDINANCE
OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT ( CASE NO. 2025- 0166) AMENDING TITLE 17 OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE, CHAPTER 17. 250. 035 — HOUSING ( H) OVERLAY," read by title only and waive further reading.
Following the motion, Mayor Nguyen commented on the recent Special Meeting allowing members of the City Council to tour high density facilities.
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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
5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Update on Existing Conditions at Blakey Park and Presentation of Site Map.
Senior Management Analyst Hunter provided a brief staff report.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta provided further clarification on the site assessment map.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 3 Council Member M.
Nguyen, to receive and file the update and direct staff to bring back an item to the City Council identifying the lifespan of the current buildings, expansion and the possibility of building a new building at Blakey Park.
Substitute motion was made by District 1 Council Member Phan West, with no second, to receive and file the update.
Substitute motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by District 1 Council Member Phan West, to receive and file the update and to direct staff to bring an item back to the City Council assessing the lifespan and conditions of existing buildings at Blakey Park.
The substitute motion failed, 2-3, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MANZO, PHAN WEST
NOES: C. NGUYEN, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 3 Council Member M.
Nguyen, to receive and file the update and direct staff to bring back an item to the City Council identifying the lifespan of the current buildings, expansion and the possibility of building a new building at Blakey Park.
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The motion carried, 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN
NOES: MANZO, PHAN WEST
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEM - None
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEM — None
8. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS ( CONCERNING NON- AGENDA ITEMS) The following individuals spoke under oral communication concerning non-agenda items:
1. Tami Hammell commented on the perceived Council partisanship in discussions regarding Vietnamese structures, expressed concerns over resources spent mainly focused on the Vietnamese community, expressed a desire to keep Blakey Park as a historical community, and urged the Council to focus on homelessness and community needs.
District 1 Council Member Phan West left the dais at 9:36 p.m.
2. Michael Verrengia commented that the Council undermined the Planning Commission by overturning a denial and urged honesty about plans for Blakey Park.
3. Andrew Le raised concerns regarding District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen due to recent events and submitted a Cease and Desist notice to the City Clerk.
4. Diane Tollefson invited the Council and the public to Sigler Park Day on Sunday, November 2ndand provided a brief history of the park and tour reservation hours for the historical center.
District 1 Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 9:47 p. m.
5. Terry Rains stated residents deserve a formal apology from Mayor Nguyen regarding a flag code incident, commented on District 1 Council Member Phan West' s pending court case and the outcome, commented on District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen' s out- of- state court case, commented on the civil claim filed with the City by Commissioner Bui and encouraged the City Council to remove Commissioner Bui from both the Planning Commission and Citizens Oversight Committee ( Measure Y and E), and reminded the Council to pay attention during oral communications.
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9. BUSINESS MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL/ AGENCY MEMBERS
9. 1 Consider Adopting a Resolution Opposing California Proposition 50 Regarding Congressional Redistricting.
District 1 Council Member Phan West provided a brief background on the item.
Motion was made by District 1 Council Member Phan West, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to adopt Resolution No. 5321 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER,
CALIFORNIA, OPPOSING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 50 REGARDING CONGRESSIONAL REDISTRICTING."
Vice Mayor Manzo commented in opposition of the item, spoke on the division in the community and country, highlighted different priorities of the community, and encouraged District 1 Council Member Phan West to submit a letter directly to the Texas Governor.
Vice Mayor Manzo continued his comments in disappointment for having this item before the City Council.
Mayor Nguyen responded to comments raised by members of the public and Vice Mayor Manzo.
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
EXTEND THE MEETING PAST 10: 00 P. M.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 1 Council Member Phan West, to extend the meeting past 10: 00 p. m., per City policy.
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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9. 2 Consideration of the Removal of a Planning Commissioner.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen commented on the item as Commissioner Bui is his appointment to the Planning Commission.
District 1 Council Member Phan West questioned the reasonings for the removal of the Commissioner and questioned staff on the recent release of personal information through a Public Records Request.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on perceived struggles by Commissioner Bui as his role as a Planning Commissioner.
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen commented on his respect towards Commissioner Bui, highlighted inappropriate comments made by Commissioner Bui towards members of the City Council and staff.
Motion was made by District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to remove Planning Commissioner Tony Bui from the Planning Commission.
Mayor Nguyen asked staff if Commissioner Bui was present to speak on the item.
Commissioner Bui was not present.
Mayor Nguyen read a message into the record from Commissioner Bui.
Amended Motion was made by District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to remove Planning Commissioner Tony Bui from the Planning Commission and direct staff to bring an item on a future meeting date to consider the removal of Tony Bui from the Citizens Oversight Committee Measure Y and E.
Discussion ensued regarding the staff report.
Substitute motion was made by District 1 Council Member Phan West, seconded by District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen, to keep Commissioner Bui on the Planning Commission, direct District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen to speak to his appointee to identify appropriate action, and to request District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen to bring an item on a future meeting date to consider the removal of Commissioner Bui from the Planning Commission.
Vice Mayor Manzo requested an amendment to the substitute motion to include the consideration of removal of Commissioner Bui from the Citizens Oversight Committee for Measure Y and E.
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The amendment to the substitute motion was not included.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen commented on past conversations with Mayor Nguyen and Commissioner Bui.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen, to call for question.
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
Substitute motion was made by District 1 Council Member Phan West, seconded by District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen, to keep Commissioner Bui on the Planning Commission, direct District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen to speak to his appointee to identify appropriate action, and to request District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen to bring an item on a future meeting date to consider the removal of Commissioner Bui from the Planning Commission.
The substitute motion failed, 2-3, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: PHAN WEST, N. NGUYEN
NOES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, M. NGUYEN
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
Amended Motion was made by District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to remove Planning Commissioner Tony Bui from the Planning Commission and direct staff to bring an item on a future meeting date to consider the removal of Tony Bui from the Citizens Oversight Committee Measure Y and E.
The amended motion failed, 2-3, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: MANZO, M. NGUYEN
NOES: C. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, N. NGUYEN
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 1 Council Member Phan West, to table this item to the next regularly scheduled meeting of September 24, 2025 and to include the consideration of removal of Tony Bui from the Citizens
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Oversight Committee Measure Y and E.
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 the City staff, the police department, and residents for their input.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen thanked staff for a successful ribbon- cutting ceremony at Bowling Green Park, expressed appreciation on the City' s progress, noted that despite Council disagreements they share the City' s best interests, and thanked the police department for keeping the city safe.
District 1 Council Member Phan West noted the meeting was productive, thanked the City Council and staff for their hard work, thanked both the police and fire departments for keeping the city safe, and commented on the recent Labor Day holiday.
Motion was made by District 1 Council Member Phan West, seconded by District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen, to request to bring an item to a future meeting to consider adopting a Resolution in support of Voter ID in the City of Westminster.
The motion carried, 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, N. NGUYEN
NOES: MANZO, M. NGUYEN
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
Motion was made by District 1 Council Member Phan West, seconded by District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen, to request to bring an item to a future meeting to consider adopting a Resolution to oppose any action, in any form, to dishonor flags.
The motion carried, 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, N. NGUYEN
NOES: MANZO, M. NGUYEN
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
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Motion was made by District 1 Council Member Phan West, seconded by District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen, to request to bring an item to a future meeting to consider a Resolution to oppose the VietRise propaganda material regarding Communist regime.
The motion carried, 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, PHAN WEST, N. NGUYEN
NOES: MANZO, M. NGUYEN
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
Vice Mayor Manzo thanked residents for their input, commented on Hispanic Heritage Month and the celebration of its history, thanked the police and fire departments, City Staff, and the City Council for all their hard work.
Mayor Nguyen thanked the attendees for their input, thanked staff for their hard work, and commented on the park renovation in District 4.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen left the meeting at 11:14 p.m.
11. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Nguyen adjourned the meeting at 11: 17 p. m., in honor of Charlie Kirk and to the next regular meeting on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.
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