District 1 Council Member· 2022-2026
Amy Phan West
Westminster
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 19
- Total speaking time
- 4:39:55
- Avg per meeting
- 14:44
- Segments
- 5290
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Top issues during term (20)
Rose Center Lease Negotiations and Management Selection
Speakers cited roughly $60,000 in RFP costs and $176,000 in attorney fees connected to related disputes.
Little Saigon Community Cultural Center Lease
Under negotiation regarding lease terms and fair market value.
City Strategic Planning and Goal Setting
Directs staff time and consulting resources toward high-priority municipal projects.
City Staff Vacancies and Recruitment Challenges
Position costs weren't detailed in the meeting, but the swap changes the city's housing staffing budget.
Kumar v. City of Westminster litigation
Litigation costs and any potential settlement or judgment would come from city funds, but no figures were disclosed.
Citizens Oversight Committee Removal
None.
Rescission of Council Censure
None directly associated with the vote.
Advisory Commission Membership Changes
Pedestrian safety near schools
Park Memorial Policy and Plaque Requests
No city funds will be used for plaque installation.
Citywide Zoning and General Plan Update
Potential effects on property values and development feasibility for specific parcels.
Mixed-Use Zoning and Development Standards
Will generate future development impact fees, park fees, and increased property tax revenues as redevelopment occurs.
Little Saigon Streetscape Feasibility Study
Funding and budget details remain under review with outside grant and community funding being explored.
Emergency Evacuation and Disaster Recovery
State and federal disaster assistance funding may become available for eligible recovery costs, though specific allocations remain pending.
ARPA Fund Reallocation for Park and Roof Improvements
Contract adjustments totaling over $14,000 for additional site work.
Parks and Recreation Master Plan Progress
Future capital projects will rely on grants, park dedication fees, and CIP funds.
Second Quarter Crime Statistics and Trends
Police Drone Equipment Donation
Brings $15,000 in private funding to support police equipment purchases without city expenditure.
Homeless Outreach and Shelter Capacity
Proposed Smoke-Free Park Regulations
Minimal costs for signage and enforcement.
Decisions during term (217)
Recorded while West was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Consent Calendar (items 3.1-3.6)
Approval of Housing Manager Position and Removal of Housing Specialist Position (5.1)
Minutes of the City Council and Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency.
Approval of Consent Calendar
Appointment of Stephanie Tapia to Citizens Oversight Committee
Appointment of Armando Gamas to Traffic Commission
Removal of Censure and Restrictions for Councilwoman Amy Fan West
Agendize Discussion to Remove Donald Lank from Commissions
Agendize Discussion to Remove Alex Vaz from Commissions
Certificate of Recognition – Ethel Harris
Certificate of Recognition – Diana Lee Carey
Presentation of Proclamation – Code Enforcement Month – October 2026
Presentation of proclamation – Respect Life Month – October 2026
Minutes of the City Council and Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency.
Revision to City Council Meeting Schedule for the Remainder of 2026.
Approval of VHV Foundation Lease Agreement for Miriam Warren Building
Approval of Proclamations (Fire Prevention Week, Code Enforcement Month, Respect Life Month)
Approval of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 CAPER Report for HUD
Reallocation of ARPA Funds for Park and Facility Improvements
Introduction of Ordinance Updating Emergency Services Council Code
Voting record (117)
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Removal of Censure and Restrictions for Councilwoman Amy Fan West
Agendize Discussion to Remove Donald Lank from Commissions
Agendize Discussion to Remove Alex Vaz from Commissions
Approval of VHV Foundation Lease Agreement for Miriam Warren Building
Approval of Proclamations (Fire Prevention Week, Code Enforcement Month, Respect Life Month)
Approval of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 CAPER Report for HUD
Reallocation of ARPA Funds for Park and Facility Improvements
Introduction of Ordinance Updating Emergency Services Council Code
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen, to place the item due to an urgency requiring immediate action.
Motion was made by District 2 Council Member Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 1 Council Member Phan West, to: RECEIVE AND FILE THE REPORT.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to remove Tami Hammell from the Citizens Oversight Committee ( Measures Y and E).
Motion was made by District 2 Council Member Manzo, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to request that an item be brought to a future meeting to consider an ordinance regulating smoking in City parks.
Closed Session Agenda Addition (Miriam Warne Building)
Consent Calendar Approval
Receipt of AB 2561 Job Vacancies and Recruitment Report
Removal of Tami Hammell from Citizens Oversight Committee (Measures Y and E)
Future Agenda Item Request for Smoke-Free Parks Ordinance
Selection of Venue Operator for Rose Center Theater and Banquet Facility
Reversal of Speaking Prohibition for Councilwoman Amy Phan West
Motion was made by District 2 Council Member Manzo, seconded by District 4 Council Member Nguyen, to approve the Consent Calendar in its entirety.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 1 Council Member Phan West, to continue a third round of five-minute discussions, in accordance with City policy.
to authorize an increase of $106,307.79 in additional funds to Union Pacific Railroad Company for railroad crossing improvements related to the completion of the Mendez Freedom Trail Project.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 1 Council Member Phan West, to Call for Question.
to receive and file the report.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 2 Council Member Manzo, to add a Closed Session Item.
Motion was made by District 2 Council Member Manzo, seconded by Vice Mayor Nguyen, to: A. Introduce Ordinance No. 2640 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER,
to authorize an increase to Water Fund Revenue Account No. 55500-39069 to receive a refund from the West Orange County Water Board in the amount of $1,168,400.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 1 Council Member Phan West, to reverse the prohibition on District 1 Councilwoman Amy Phan West from speaking at City public ceremonial events.
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Mayor Nguyen, to: A. Move forward with negotiating with TLC, Inc. as the venue operator; and B. Direct staff to negotiate with the selected operator t
to receive and file the report.
Approval of Agenda Item Addition for State Presentation
Consent Calendar Approval (Except Pulled Items)
Westminster Adoption Group and Services (WAGS) Annual Report
City of Westminster Crime Statistics Report
City of Westminster Homeless Outreach Report
Streetlight Pole Banner Hanging Request from GGUSD
Award of Contract for 2025-26 Citywide Residential Overlay
Award of Contract for City Hall Roof Replacement Project
Strategic Plan Goal #1: Economic Development Strategic Plan Update
Authorization to Contact County Supervisor Nguyen Regarding Funding
Resolution Reaffirming Local Emergency Proclamation
Appointment of Members to the Youth Committee
Removal of Restriction on Councilwoman Fan West Speaking at City Events
Approval of Out-of-State Travel to ACC-OC D.C. Advocacy Trip
Rose Center Venue Operator Procurement Update and Direction
Item 3.10: Professional Services Agreement for Facilities Condition Assessment and Master Plan
Item 4.1: Appeal of Planning Commission Approval for Industrial Warehouse at 15172 Golden West Circle
Item 4.2: Call for Review of Willow Project at 14201-14205 Willow Lane
Stated she could not vote in good conscience due to quality of life concerns in District 1.