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STUDY SESSION
3:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Nguyen called the Study Session/Special Meeting of the City Council/Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 3:13 p.m., on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, via In-Person, at the 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 WEST, DISTRICT 1 (Arrived at 3:57 p.m.)
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
Public Works Director Jake Ngo
Deputy Police Chief Cameron Knauerhaze
Maintenance and Utilities Manager Tuan Pham
Senior Management Analyst Shaunna Hunter
Sergeant At Arms Jerad Kent
Sergeant At Arms Matheus Dos Santos
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
Vice Mayor Manzo led the flag salute.
INVOCATION
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen conducted the invocation.
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Senior Management Analyst Hunter provided further clarification on the booking methods used by Jay's Catering.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen returned to the dais at 4:07 p.m.
Mayor Nguyen further commented on the booking methods.
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen commented on the operator agreement.
Discussion ensued.
Mayor Nguyen commented on his concerns on the utility and maintenance costs covered by the City of the Rose Center.
Discussion ensued regarding potential changes proposed by the consultant related to the monthly rent for the space and adding a ticket fee.
District 1 Council Member Phan West questioned if the banquet side would allow for different organizations to rent the space.
Theater DNA commented on client types, priorities being identified for weddings, and spoke on space fees and catering requirements.
Mayor Nguyen proposed taking over operations for the banquet side.
District 1 Council Member Phan West commented on the proposed grant program.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on the community benefit from the theater.
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen thanked the consultant for their presentation and commented in excitement for the discussion and proposal presented to the City Council.
Mayor Nguyen thanked the consultant for their presentation.
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Nguyen adjourned the Study Session at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
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1. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR STUDY SESSION
The following individuals spoke under oral communications:
1. Michelle Bayh commented in support of having Friends of the Rose Center Theater continue operating the Rose Center Theater.
2. Kathleen Iverson commented in support of having Friends of the Rose Center Theater continue operating the Rose Center Theater.
3. Bonnie Castrey commented in support of having Friends of the Rose Center Theater continue operating the Rose Center Theater.
4. Tim Nelson thanked TheaterDNA and the City Council for preparing the staff report and commented in support of having Friends of the Rose Center Theater continue operating the Rose Center Theater.
5. Vincent Ancieto spoke positively regarding the current management team and commented in support of having Friends of the Rose Center Theater continue operating the Rose Center Theater.
6. Terry Rains expressed concern about potential fees mentioned in the staff report, commented on maintenance issues she observed that need to be addressed, and expressed support for the Friends of the Rose Center Theater continuing to operate the Rose Center Theater.
2. Study Session - Presentation of the TheatreDNA Study of the Rose Center, Including Community Engagement, Operational Analysis, and Business Plan Recommendation.
District 1 Council Member Phan West entered the meeting at 3:57 p.m.
Benton Dilinger, Founding Principal, and Alex Hargis, Principal, from TheaterDNA presented a thorough presentation to the City Council.
During the presentation, Mayor Nguyen commented on the continued revenue lost toward the City from the theater.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen left the dais at 4:03 p.m.
Discussion ensued regarding private versus public models and market conditions.
District 1 Council Member Phan West asked for clarity on bookings for the banquet side of the building.
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The City Council of the City of Westminster, California, reconvened on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in a Closed Session via In-Person, at the Council Chambers, -
8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
CLOSED SESSION
5:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Nguyen called the Special Meeting/Closed Session of the City Council/Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 5:01 p.m., on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, via In-Person, at the Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
VICE MAYOR CARLOS MANZO
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 with all City Council present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Attorney Scott Porter
City Clerk Ashton Arocho
Sergeant at Arms Jerad Kent
Sergeant at Arms Matheus Dos Santos
1. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION
The following individual spoke under oral communications:
1. Terry Rains stated the lawsuit is frivolous and hopes the City will win (Closed Session Item No. 1), commented on the multiple discussions of this item and positive that the outcome will be beneficial to both the City and the developers (Closed Session Item No. 2), stated that she spoke with City Attorney Porter to add a walk-on item to discuss the cease and desist letter received on behalf of District 1 Council Member Phan West and questioned whether the attorney representing District 1 Council Member Phan West would be considered a conflict of interest.
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CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed to a Closed Session for the following purposes:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d) (1)
Existing Litigation Case: Jarrod Roseboro v. City of Westminster, et al.
OC Superior Court Case 30-2025-01457770
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
The Mayor and City Council left the dais and entered into Closed Session at 5:06 p.m.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the Closed Session at 5:54 p.m.
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6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Nguyen called the Special Meeting of the City Council/Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 6:07 p.m., on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, via In-Person, at the Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, 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
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STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
- Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Attorney Scott Porter
City Clerk Ashton Arocho
Finance Director Erin Backs
Public Works Director Jake Ngo
Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson
Human Resources Director/Risk Manager Jodie Griner
Interim Community Development Director Steven Mendoza
Deputy Police Chief Cameron Knauerhaze
Orange County Fire Authority Kyle Cain
Maintenance and Utilities Manager Tuan Pham
Business Services Manager Karla Santillan
Police Commander Scott Gump
Police Commander William Drinnin
Police Sergeant Kyle Seasock
Police Officer Jonathan Figueroa
WFRC Supervisor Blanca Luna
Management Analyst Tammy Huynh
Senior Administrative Assistant Linda Maier
Administrative Assistant Vannie Tran
- Administrative Assistant Tanya Ramirez
Sergeant At Arms Jerad Kent
Sergeant At Arms Matheus Dos Santos
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 noted that the City Council met under Closed Session, discussed the items listed on the meeting agenda, and took no reportable action.
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS (Including SB 1439 Report when required) There were no ex parte communications.
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REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
There was no report from the City Clerk.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made the following announcements:
Halloween Spooktacular:
The Community Services & Recreation would like to invite you to an evening at the annual honored to showcase several Dia De Los Muertos community ofrendas created by local groups.
Proud Veteran Yard Signs:
The City will honor our local veterans with complimentary "Proud Veteran" yard signs.
Veterans are welcome to pick up their signs at the Community Services and Recreation Department.
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Senior Center Veterans Day Lunch:
The City will honor and celebrate the brave men and women who served for our country at our Veterans Day Lunch on Monday, November 10th.
2026 Tet Parade:
The Year of the Horse is on the Horizon! Save the date for our annual Tet Parade on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
Walk and Roll to School Event:
On Wednesday, October 8, the City of Westminster proudly participated in Walk & Roll to School Day at 10 schools across the Westminster and Garden Grove Unified School Districts. City Council and staff members from the City Manager's Office, Public Works, Police Department, Human Resources, Code Enforcement, and Community Services joined students and families to promote safe, active transportation to school.
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
The Mayor and City Council recognized the following:
A. Proclamation for Red Ribbon Week.
B. Certificate of Recognition to Westminster Police Explorer Khoa Vu for his Bravery and Leadership. -
C. Certificate of Recognition Recognizing the 2025 Fall Festival Sponsors.
D. Proclamation for Fire Prevention Week.
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E. Certificate of Recognition for Retiring Deputy Police Chief of Support Cameron Knauerhaze.
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2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen left the dais at 6:41 p.m.
The following individuals spoke under oral communications on agenda items only:
1. Michael Verrengia spoke in support of reappointing Laura Rose to the Planning Commission and Ruth Piker to the Measure Y and E Citizens Oversight Committee (Agenda Item No. 7.2).
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen returned to the dais at 6:42 p.m.
2. Terry Rains congratulated Deputy Chief Knauerhaze on his retirement (Agenda Item No. 1), commented on the lack of meeting minutes (Agenda Item No. 3.1), congratulated the Police Department for grants received (Agenda Item Nos. 3.3 and 3.4), commented on the applicant following proper procedure to request a special event permit (Agenda Item No. 3.6), commented on the lack of attendance at City Council Meeting from District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen and District 1 Council Member Phan West (Agenda Item No 3.7), commented that the proclamation for Catholic - Daughters of the Americas Day may be unconstitutional (Agenda Item No.
3.9), questioned the approval of the MIG agreement (Agenda Item No. 5.1), commented on an email sent to staff noting minor errors (Agenda Item No
6.1), urged the City Council to approve Agenda Item No 7.1, and spoke in support of reappointing Laura Rose to the Planning Commission and Ruth Piker to the Measure Y and E Citizens Oversight Committee (Agenda Item No. 7.2).
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. 3.9 be pulled from the Consent Calendar.
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:
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A. September 17, 2025 (Special Meeting); and
B. September 24, 2025 (Special Meeting); and
C. October 8, 2025 (Regular Meeting Cancellation).
3.2 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Register dated September 18, 2025 through October 8, 2025.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed the report.
3.3 Actefy (0T9) for a Selective Tram treen of arogram (STEP) in Frscal Year 2025-2026.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council:
A. Accepted the Grant Award from the State of California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for a Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) in the amount of $100,000; and
B. Authorized the City Manager or her designee to execute Grant Agreement; and -
C. Amended the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Adopted Budget by designating grant revenues in the amount of $100,000 and increasing budgeted expenditures of the OTS grant account in the amount of $100,000 for overtime, training, and supplies.
3.4 Acceptance of Grant Award from the State of California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for a Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Program in Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council:
A. Accepted the Grant Award from the State of California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for a Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Program in the amount of $25,000; and
B. Authorized the City Manager or her designee to execute Grant Agreement; and
C. Amended the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Adopted Budget by designating grant revenues in the amount of $25,000 and increasing budgeted expenditures of - the OTS grant account in the amount of $25,000 for overtime and supplies.
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3.5 Notice of Completion of the Work Performed by R.J. Noble Company for the Street Improvements for Trask Avenue from Beach Boulevard to Hoover - Street - Project Plan No. P-2624.
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.
3.6 Special Event Permit Application from Vietnamese American Military Vehicle Association to hold a President Appreciation Day on Sunday, November 23, 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.
3.7 City of Westminster Three-Year Strategic Plan for 2025-28 and Six-Month Objectives.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council adopted the six-month strategic objectives matrix for November 1, 2025 through April 30, 2026.
3.8 Treasurer's Report for September 2025.
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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).
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to approve the Consent Calendar with Agenda Item No. 3.9 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
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AGENDA ITEMS) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION.
3.9 Approval of Proclamations.
Motion was made by District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen, seconded by District 1 Council Member Phan West, to approve the proclamation for Catholic Daughters of the Americas Day.
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
Following the approval, the Mayor and City Council presented the proclamation to representatives from the Catholic Daughters of the America's Blessed Sacrament Court #2024.
4. PUBLIC HEARING - None
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5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5.1 Selection of a Qualified Consultant for the Design and Development of the Little Saigon Archway by the Ad Hoc Committee.
District 1 Council Member Phan West left the dais at 6:53 p.m.
District 1 Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 6:53 p.m.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta provided a brief staff report.
Vice Mayor Manzo asked staff if a quote would accompany the staff report at the next meeting, if this item was approved.
Brief discussion ensued.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to direct staff to work with MIG to bring a cost estimate, scope of services, and organizational chart for the conceptual design of the Little Saigon Archway to be presented at a future City Council meeting.
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Following the motion, District 1 Council Member Phan West asked questions relating to the other proposals received.
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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
6. ILEGISLATIVE ITEM
Adoption and Amendments of the 2025 Edition of the California Building Standards Code and the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code.
Interim Community Development Director Mendoza provided a brief staff report.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to:
A. Adopt Resolution No. 5327 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS SUPPORTING AMENDMENTS TO
THE CALIFORNIA STATE BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, AS CONTAINED IN TITLE 15 (BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE"; and
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B. Introduce Ordinance No. 2629 for first reading entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER,
CALIFORNIA, REPEALING CHAPTERS 15.08 (BUILDING CODE), 15.10 (RESIDENTIAL CODE), 15.12 (ELECTRICAL CODE), 15.14 (MECHANICAL CODE), 15.16 (PLUMBING CODE), 15.20 (GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE), AND 15.22 (FIRE CODE) OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE PROVISIONS OF THE 2025
EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, WITH
AMENDMENTS AND ALSO ADOPTING THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, 2024 EDITION," read by title only and waive further reading; and
C. Schedule a public hearing to consider the adoption of the Ordinance for November 12, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
Following the motion, Vice Mayor Manzo asked about property maintenance codes and enforcement.
Brief discussion ensued.
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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
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEM
7.1 Consideration of the Proposed Adopt-a-Park Program.
Community Services and Recreation Director Johnson provided a brief staff report.
District 1 Council Member Phan West asked staff about the total cost and spoke in favor of the program.
Discussion ensued about the program.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by District 1 Council Member Phan West, to approve the Parks and Recreation Commission's recommendation for the Adopt- a-Park Program.
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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
7.2 Appointment to the Planning Commission and to the Citizens Oversight Committee (Measures Y and E).
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 1 Council Member Phan West, to:
A. Appoint Anh Nguyen (District 4 Council Member NamQuan Nguyen's nomination) to the Planning Commission to fill an unscheduled vacancy for a term ending December 2026, waiving other applicable requirements; and B. Appoint Thanh Dang (District 4 Council Member NamQuan Nguyen's appointee) to the Citizens Oversight Committee (Measures Y and E) to fill an unscheduled vacancy to serve at the pleasure of the appointing council member and to serve until the council member leaves office or the disbandment - of the committee, waiving other applicable requirements.
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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)
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen left the dais at 7:27 p.m.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen returned to the dais at 7:28 p.m.
The following individuals spoke under oral communication concerning non-agenda items:
1. Roger Mindrum thanked staff for the success of the Fall Festival, thanked Deputy Chief Knauerhaze for his service and congratulated him on his retirement, suggested changing the rules of Oral Communications - Non- Agenda Items to allow comments on any City-related topic.
2. Tina Cormany commented on domestic violence and sex trafficking, commented on City staff involved with voting fraud.
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3. Tami Hammel commented on the constant disruption involving District 1 Council Member Phan West, questioned where her videos are being posted as no records were found in response to a public records request, suggested that Oral Communications - Non-Agenda Items allow comments on any City- related topic, and commented on remarks made by District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen.
4. Michael Verrengia congratulated Deputy Chief Knauerhaze on his retirement, commented on the constant questioning of staff regarding the process of agreements, and spoke on the tardiness and absences of District 1 Council Member Phan West and District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen at City Council Meetings.
5. Terry Rains commented on the success of the Fall Festival, congratulated Deputy Chief Knauerhaze on his retirement, stated residents are still waiting for a formal apology from Mayor Nguyen regarding a flag code incident, commented on District 1 Council Member Phan West's pending court case, commented on past remarks from District 1 Council Member Phan West regarding defamation, and spoke on the tardiness and absences of District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen.
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10. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL / AGENCY MEMBERS (Including AB 1234 Report when required)
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen commented on the recent Fall Festival event, thanked staff for their hard work, wished Deputy Chief Knauerhaze well wishes in his retirement, commented on recent visit of Blakey Park, and spoke on recent attendance at the PCTA Board meeting.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on oral communications.
Discussion ensued the current policy related to non-agenda items oral communications.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, with no second, to bring an item to a future meeting agenda to reestablish the order the agenda.
The motion failed due to lack of a second.
Vice Mayor Manzo congratulated retiring Deputy Chief Knauerhaze, commented on recent attendance at the 2025 League of Cal Cities Annual Conference in Long - Beach, CA, and at the City of Placentia State of the City, thanked staff for their hard work tor the recent Fall Festival event, thanked staff for being present at the meeting, and commented on the nice return back into the Council Chambers following recent renovations.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen congratulated retiring Deputy Chief Knauerhaze, and reported his attendance at the 2025 League of Cal Cities Annual Conference in Long Beach, CA.
District 1 Council Member Phan West thanked staff, congratulated retiring Deputy Chief Knauerhaze, commented on recent attendance at the 2025 League of Cal Cities Annual Conference in Long Beach, CA, and spoke on attendance for AB 1234 training.
Motion was made by District 1 Council Member Phan West, seconded by District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen to bring an item to the next meeting to consider the adoption of a Resolution declaring October 14th annually as "Charlie Kirk Day." -
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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, with no second, to bring an item to a future meeting agenda to consider the adoption of a Resolution, requesting the Westminster Police Department to work closely with the Immigration and Customs Enforcement to uphold the rule of law by removing illegal immigrants from the community and protecting residents and businesses.
The motion failed due to lack of a second.
Mayor Nguyen thanked members of the public for being in attendance, thanked staff for their hard work in putting on the recent Fall Festival event, congratulated retiring Deputy Chief Knauerhaze, commented on recent attendance at the 2025 League of Cal Cities Annual Conference in Long Beach, CA, and spoke on recent attendance at the City of Placentia State of the City.
11. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
- The City Council Meeting of October 22, 2025 has been canceled.
Mayor Nguyen adjourned the meeting at 8:11 p.m. to a Regular Meeting to be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.
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